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Introduction
This episode focuses on the intersection of nutrition, lifestyle, and women’s health, with a particular emphasis on managing complex conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Registered dietitian Marjorie Nolan Cohn shares insights from over two decades of clinical practice, highlighting the importance of addressing foundational health behaviors—such as adequate sleep, hydration, and nutrient-dense dietary patterns—before introducing targeted interventions like supplementation.
Marjorie explores the nuanced relationship between body weight, metabolic health, and fertility, while addressing misconceptions around weight loss as a primary health goal. The episode examines the role of long-term, individualized care in improving symptoms and outcomes for women experiencing significant menstrual-related challenges.
Practical considerations for practitioners, including strategies to build trust, identify key barriers, and provide holistic support, are outlined alongside the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to improve care quality.
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- [04:32]Beginning of the interview
- [08:39]The role of nutrition in fertility
- [13:40]Understanding PCOS and endometriosis
- [16:28]Barriers to accurate women’s health diagnoses
- [19:03]Exploring diet and lifestyle strategies
- [23:28]Addressing challenges in women’s health and nutrition
- [39:01]Closing remarks and final takeaways
Guest Information
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She is the Clinical Director of Berry Street, a company providing virtual in-network nutritional counseling to people across the US.
After several years of working in the eating disorders field, Marjorie went on to a media-focused career, as a spokesperson for The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, before returning to work one-on-one with nutrition patients.
Danny Lennon has a master’s degree (MSc.) in Nutritional Sciences from University College Cork, and he is the founder of Sigma Nutrition.
Danny is currently a member of the Advisory Board of the Sports Nutrition Association, the global regulatory body responsible for the standardisation of best practice in the sports nutrition profession.
Introduction to this Episode
This episode focuses on the intersection of nutrition, lifestyle, and women’s health, with a particular emphasis on managing complex conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Registered dietitian Marjorie Nolan Cohn shares insights from over two decades of clinical practice, highlighting the importance of addressing foundational health behaviors—such as adequate sleep, hydration, and nutrient-dense dietary patterns—before introducing targeted interventions like supplementation.
Marjorie explores the nuanced relationship between body weight, metabolic health, and fertility, while addressing misconceptions around weight loss as a primary health goal. The episode examines the role of long-term, individualized care in improving symptoms and outcomes for women experiencing significant menstrual-related challenges.
Practical considerations for practitioners, including strategies to build trust, identify key barriers, and provide holistic support, are outlined alongside the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to improve care quality.
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