From heartfelt conversations about menopause and perimenopause to moments of laughter, expert insights, and celebratory sips of MCC – the morning was all about learning, connecting, and empowering women every step of the way.
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Dr. Simone Silver on Reigniting Midlife Desire: Beyond Hormones and Blue Pills
In a feature for Fairlady HOT! Magazine, metabolic and functional medicine specialist Dr. Simone Silver provides expert insight into the multifaceted nature of sexuality during midlife. She explains that while hormonal shifts are a major factor, the story is far more complex than just declining estrogen. Dr. Silver details how…
MHT vs. HRT: Dr. Simone Silver Demystifies Modern Menopause Hormone Therapy
Dr. Simone Silver clarified that the correct term for hormone therapy during menopause was Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT), rather than the older term HRT. She explained that every woman would face menopause and, at that point, would need to decide whether to use hormone therapy. Dr. Silver emphasized the importance…
Menopause: More Than a Medical Milestone | Dr. Simone Silver Explains the Journey
Dr. Simone Silver explained that menopause was often misunderstood and oversimplified, emphasising that it was more of a transition than a single event. She stated that the medical definition of menopause was 12 consecutive months without a period, but she found this definition underwhelming, as the experience was far more…
Demystifying Perimenopause: Dr. Simone Silver on Symptoms, Solutions, and Empowerment
Dr. Simone Silver’s comments on the episode “What the F is Perimenopause?” focused on demystifying this transition, emphasising that it did not have to be a “horror story” when women were equipped with insight and guidance. She explained that perimenopause was the time leading up to menopause, which could last…
Empowering Patients: Dr. Simone Silver’s Functional Medicine Approach
In a recent feature for the Cape Jewish Chronicle, Dr. Simone Silver, a leading medical practitioner in Cape Town, shares her transformative approach to healthcare through functional medicine. Dr. Silver advocates for a partnership model between doctors and patients, challenging the traditional paternalistic framework of conventional medicine. She emphasises that…
Navigating Hormonal Health: Dr. Simone Silver’s Insights on Perimenopause, Menopause, and Wellness
In her appearance on Couch Conversations, Dr. Simone Silver shared her expertise on hormonal health, focusing on the challenges and solutions surrounding perimenopause and menopause. She explained that health should be viewed holistically, encompassing physical, mental, societal, and spiritual dimensions. Dr. Silver emphasised the importance of the mind-body connection and…
Empowering Women’s Wellness: Dr Simone Silver’s Insights on Functional Medicine
Dr Simone Silver, a medical doctor and functional medicine specialist, was recently featured at the Weekend Argus Women’s Wellness Experience held at the President Hotel in Cape Town. The event, aimed at celebrating women’s health and wellness, brought together leading experts from various fields, including dietetics, psychology, dermatology, gynecology, and…
Navigating Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Dr. Simone Silver Cuts Through the Confusion
In her expert column for HOT! Magazine, functional-medicine practitioner Dr. Simone Silver addresses the common confusion surrounding Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT). She cuts through the overwhelming array of choices, from tablets and creams to patches and gels, by providing a clear framework for making an informed decision. Dr. Silver begins…
Dr. Simone Silver on Achieving Optimal Hormone Health and Thriving Through Menopause
Dr. Simone Silver, a functional medicine doctor based in Cape Town, discussed the importance of a comprehensive approach to hormone health, particularly for women experiencing menopause. She explained that functional medicine differed from conventional medicine by seeking to identify and address the root causes of health issues rather than merely…
