What are hottest topics in women's health today? In this episode of the YMyHealth Podcast, Co-host Melissa Schenkman talks with family medicine physician, Dr. Jessica Gray about the unique health challenges faced by women, as they navigate their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Dr. Gray shares insights on women's health from the importance of preventative screenings to the need for women to be proactive advocates in their healthcare. The conversation also touches on topics such as osteoporosis and what the research says about calcium and vitamin D's role under age 50, nutrition, protein intake, fertility at different ages and the role of the anti mullerian hormone (AMH) test, and the current pressing issues in women's health, including the need to address mental health challenges exacerbated by the pandemic and mental health stigma.

Highlights:

• (00:00) Introduction to Women's Health Challenges
• (01:09) Navigating Women's Health Across Decades
• (09:55) Understanding Preventative Screenings
• (17:08) Bone Health and Osteoporosis Awareness
• (23:11) Advocating for Your Health
• (28:55) Nutrition and Protein Needs
• (36:50) Fertility Awareness and Preservation
• (39:17) Current Pressing Issues in Women's Health

Links:
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Learn more about this episode's guest, Dr. Jessica Gray at: https://www.drjessicagraymd.com/ and you can follow her on Instagram @drjessicagraymd

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