How Menopause Secretly Changes Your Cholesterol and Triglycerides | Drs. Valorie & Maki Explain

Did your cholesterol or triglycerides suddenly increase after menopause or a hysterectomy? You’re not imagining it.

In this episode of Progress Your Health, Dr. Valorie Davidson and Dr. Robert Maki explain why menopause can dramatically affect cholesterol, triglycerides, and insulin sensitivity.

You’ll learn why triglycerides may be one of the most overlooked markers for metabolic health, how declining estrogen influences insulin resistance, and why the triglyceride-to-HDL ratio may provide valuable insight into your cardiovascular and metabolic risk. The discussion also covers nutrition, refined carbohydrates, omega-3 fatty acids, hormone replacement therapy (when appropriate), and other strategies that may help support healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

In This Episode You’ll Learn:

● Why cholesterol changes after menopause
● Why triglycerides matter more than many people realize
● The connection between estrogen and insulin resistance
● What your triglyceride-to-HDL ratio may indicate
● Foods that can increase triglycerides
● Why refined carbohydrates often have a greater impact than dietary fat
● How omega-3 fatty acids may help support healthy triglyceride levels
● The role of hormone replacement therapy in metabolic health
● Additional blood markers that may help assess cardiovascular risk
● Lifestyle habits that support healthy aging and heart health

If you’re navigating menopause or concerned about your cholesterol, triglycerides, or insulin resistance, this episode offers practical insights to help you have informed discussions with your healthcare provider.

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Disclaimer: Educational content only; not medical advice. Please discuss your labs and care plan with your clinician.

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