Hidden Impacts of Menopause: Gut Health, Methylation, and More

In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we explore the impact of menopause on the woman's body and the role of methylation with Dr. Bridget Briggs. You’ll hear us discuss: The impact of menopause on the GI tract Supporting methylation in menopause Insulin resistance during menopause The role of phosphatidylcholine in menopause Personalized care for menopausal women Dr. Briggs is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician specializing in functional medicine, bio-identical hormones, lipidology, women’s health, and detoxification. Since 2001, she has been dedicated to caring for patients of all ages in her private practice in Temecula, California. Motivated by her son's brain cancer diagnosis in 2005, Dr. Briggs pursued certification in Integrative Holistic Medicine. She now incorporates lifestyle medicine into her practice, enhancing the well-being of her patients. Labs Mentioned Blood Glucose Monitor Hemoglobin A1c Fasting insulin C-Peptide Lipid Panel Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Cholesterol Levels MTHFR Polymorphisms The DUTCH Test DHEA Levels Calcium Score Test Blood Markers of Inflammation LP(a) Test Guest Details: Dr. Bridget Briggs’ Website , LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook The Briggs Institute of Epigenetic Medicine Website Rupa Health Details: Rupa Health's Website , LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube Rupa Health Reference Guide & Magazine Dr. Carrie Jones’ Website , LinkedIn , Instagram & TikTok Timestamps 02:45 - The Connection Between Menopause and Your Gut 07:44 - How Estrogen Decline Triggers Inflammation, Bloating, and Weight Gain 11:11 - Hidden Menopause Symptoms: Insulin Resistance and Glucose Spikes 17:33 - How Genetics and Detoxification Influence Menopause and Fertility 24:05 - The Importance of Methylation 31:21 - Hormone Therapy and Inflammation Markers 37:16 - Is Your Doctor Making You Wait Too Long for Hormones? 42:06 - Dr. Briggs’ Must-Know Advice for Hormone Balance at Any Age 45:05 - Where Can You Find Dr. Bridget Briggs?