In this episode of Too Young To Be Old, Diane Gilman, the Queen of Jeans turned podcast host, dives deep into the complexities of menopause and its far-reaching effects with Dr. Doug Lucas, a pioneer in bioidentical hormone Therapy and integrative medicine. Together, they explore the realities of menopause, its implications on women’s health, and the ways hormone therapy can transform lives.

The Challenges of Menopause

Diane and Dr. Doug unpack the many challenges faced by women during and after menopause, highlighting:

• The misconception that menopause is a short-lived phase.
• The long-term effects, such as cognitive decline, bone loss, and muscle deterioration.
• The often inadequate guidance and treatment options provided by traditional medical systems.

Diane shares her personal experiences, from battling misconceptions to navigating breast Cancer treatment, bringing raw honesty and humor to a serious topic.

Dr. Doug’s Expertise on Hormone Therapy

Dr. Doug explains the science behind hormone replacement therapy (HRT), emphasizing its protective benefits against heart disease, breast cancer, and osteoporosis. He offers insights into how individualized treatment plans can improve quality of life, even for women decades into postmenopause.

Key points discussed:

• The outdated fear of HRT causing cancer.
• The importance of finding healthcare providers trained in bioidentical hormones.
• Innovative approaches like physiologic restoration and rhythmic hormone replacement.

Breaking the Silence on Women’s Healthcare

This episode sheds light on the frustrating realities of the healthcare system, including the reluctance of providers to explore holistic treatments. Dr. Doug shares his mission to empower women with knowledge, offering actionable advice to reclaim their health and well-being.

Special Offer

Listeners of the podcast can receive $50 off consultations with Dr. Doug Lucas. Use coupon code DIANE on his website to start your journey to better health.

Closing Thoughts

Diane and Dr. Doug leave listeners with hope and actionable steps to take control of their health during and after menopause. With wit and Wisdom, Diane reminds us that age is just a number, and together we can prove that we’re all too young to be old.

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A fashion rule-breaker with millions of loyal fans, the charismatic pearl-haired, “Queen of Jeans,” Diane Gilman is 78 years young and embracing aging instead of fighting it. An inspiration for women embracing their third act, Diane is The top Tele-retailing brand globally who is just getting started, and not unlike many women’s stories, recognition for Diane came later in life with the launch of her DG2 Jeans line on HSN which has become the top tele-retailing brand globally, over $100 million dollars a year in retail sales domestically, could be seen on QVC UK, Italy, France, Australia & Canada. Her latest book, “Too Young to be Old,” is another compelling take on conquering life’s challenges and harnessing one’s own power to live a “third act” filled with dream-catching and fulfillment.

After 30 years of experience in front of the camera connecting with the baby boomer audience on television, Diane has set out to become a proaging advocate and a "Silver-haired Influencer". Through social media, YouTube and the launch of her podcast, Too Young To Be Old, Diane's goal is to educate and inspire the 50+ community in a range of lifestyle topics such as nutrition, health & wellness, fashion, beauty & skincare, and any other topics covering aging solutions.