“Menopause is inevitable but suffering is not.” – Dr. Mary Claire Haver Half of the population goes through menopause and yet there is a lack of funding, research, and education to empower and help women navigate this important time in her life. According to Dr. Haver, by the year 2030 the world population of menopausal and postmenopausal women is projected to increase to 1.2 billion, with 47 million new entrants each year. Women deserve better and the intention with this interview is to provide information that helps you better understand what is happening to your body, identify key risk factors, treatment options, and how to find the care you deserve. Share this episode with all of your female friends. Knowledge is power! RESOURCES MENTIONED JOIN THE NEWSLETTER + Receive A Curated List of 52-Selfcare Ideas + Great Weekly Tips CONNECT WITH MICHELE ON IG Buy Michele’s Book     GUEST INFORMATION LISTEN TO: Interview I did with Dr. Haver about The Galveston Diet WEBSITE: www.thepauselife.com and https://maryclairewellness.com/ BUY THE BOOK: The New Menopause SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram – @drmaryclaire  How to find a certified menopause provider: http://menopause.org https://www.myalloy.com/ https://www.evernow.com/   GUEST BIO: Dr. Mary Claire Haver is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecologyand is a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist from Tulane University. She is also a Certified Menopause Specialist through The Menopause Society. Dr. Haver has amassed over 3 million followers across social media by posting advice for women going through menopause. She understands that menopause healthcare is in dire need of change and is proud to be leading the conversation. Her educational background and her own experience led Dr. Haver to develop the national bestselling book and online program, The Galveston Diet. She is the New York Times bestselling author of The New Menopause. Follow, Share, and please rate and review the show on Apple podcasts. XO, Michele