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Heart Health & Menopause with Michelle Routhenstein, MS, RD, CDCES, CDN
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In this episode, we focus on heart health and menopause, and how we can be proactive in keeping our hearts healthy as we age with guest Michelle Routhenstein.
Michelle is the owner and president of Entirely Nourished LLC, a specialized private practice in nutrition counseling and consulting focused on the prevention and management of heart disease. Using a science-based and holistic approach, she helps enhance women's heart health by addressing cardiometabolic risk factors and sharing how to decrease the likelihood of cardiovascular issues. She’s committed to educating individuals on nurturing their hearts for healthy and thriving lives and adopts a dynamic perspective on nutrition that addresses the root causes of chronic diseases, safeguarding individuals' hearts for longevity.
After recognizing the shared struggles of preparing meals that are not only nutritious but also delicious and enjoyable, Michelle wrote "The Truly Easy Heart Healthy Cookbook" to help others prepare healthy meals with a few simple ingredients. The passion that drove her to write this book is the same passion that drives her to keep on telling people to take ownership of their health, and that’s evident throughout this episode.
Michelle serves as a member of the Forbes Health advisory board, is acknowledged as a thought leader and expert in the field of heart disease management and prevention, and is a member of the National Menopause Foundation’s Medical Advisory Committee (MAC). She’s delivered numerous lectures on heart health to diverse audiences and has been cited in reputable journals as well as national media including Medical News Today, Fox News, Forbes Health, Livestrong, Eating Well, Health and VeryWell.
Our health journey is incredibly unique. We have different diets that work for us, different medical backgrounds, lifestyles, and habits. If you add in the changes women’s bodies go through during menopause, it can be overwhelming. The important step is to understand your health and make small changes over time. These can add up to help prevent further complications.
In this episode, Michelle:
- Encourages us to measure the risk factors for our heart health.
- Explains how menopause increases women’s risk of heart disease.
- Shares the importance of nutrition for heart health.
- Breaks down some of the misconceptions about a heart-healthy diet.
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