Menopause Sharon Byun, MD Menopause Sharon Byun, MD

Strength Training for Women in Menopause: Why It’s a Game Changer

During menopause, the loss of estrogen can lead to declines in muscle, bone strength, and metabolism—but strength training is a powerful way to counter those effects. Lifting weights helps preserve lean muscle, boosts metabolism, protects bone density, and supports brain health and mood. For women in midlife, strength training isn’t just about fitness—it’s a science-backed strategy to stay strong, sharp, and confident through menopause and beyond.

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Lifestyle Medicine Sharon Byun, MD Lifestyle Medicine Sharon Byun, MD

Getting better with age: How you can improve your health with Lifestyle Medicine

In this podcast interview, Dr. Byun discusses her transition from her career in a traditional healthcare setting as an OBGYN to her new practice as a Lifestyle Medicine and Menopause Specialist. She discusses her personal experience of rediscovering her inner athlete in her 40’s and all things lifestyle related from nutrition and physical activity to stress and supplements and their impact on health. She also answers questions about which labs you should and should not be getting as well as her top daily wellness habit recommendations.

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Cancer Anamaria Yeung, MD Cancer Anamaria Yeung, MD

Lifestyle Changes for Cancer Risk Reduction

In this podcast episode, Dr. Yeung explains how much control we all have in preventing cancer and, if you have been diagnosed with cancer, reducing the risk of the cancer recurring. She covers nutritional changes, including eating more anti-oxidant rich fruits and vegetables and soy, as well as exercise recommendations.

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