The Science of Women’s Health: Ob/Gyn Reveals 10 Truths You Need to Know

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205

The Mel Robbins Podcast with Dr. Jen Gunter

THE SCIENCE OF WOMEN’S HEALTH: OB/GYN REVEALS 10 TRUTHS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Today’s episode is a must-listen because you’ll learn exactly what to do (and not do) to take better care of your body.

In this research-packed episode, one of the top gynecologists in the world is here to debunk 10 myths about women’s health.

Mel is asking all the uncomfortable questions you want to ask but never have, and today you’re getting the answers.

Gone are the days of feeling small or out of control when it comes to your health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take their power back.

Dr. Jen Gunter, MD, is joining Mel in this no-shame, straight-to-the-point conversation. Dr. Gunter is known as the internet’s best Ob/Gyn. She is a double-board certified, fellowship-trained medical doctor and a fierce advocate for women’s health.

Dr. Gunter says you deserve science-backed solutions, not fairytales, and she is here to bust through all health myths and clear through the misinformation. This conversation is going to make you think differently about everything, from periods to pleasure—it’s all covered today.

And you’ll also want to listen all the way to the end for one of the most poignant, inspiring endings to any episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast.

If you liked this research-packed episode, you’ll love Dr. Gunter’s first appearance on The Mel Robbins Podcast, which focuses on menopause: How to Balance Your Hormones: What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Menopause

For another personal episode about health, listen to the recent conversation Mel had with Dr. Rena Malik, MD: I’ve Never Told This Story: Leaky Bladder, Pelvic Floor, UTIs, & Constipation (#1 Urologist Gives Solutions)

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In this episode:

  • 3:26: The internets #1 Ob/Gyn shares why she decided to follow this career path.
  • 8:27: Dr. Jen Gunter reveals the REAL truth about pubic hair.
  • 13:26: This is what we’re getting wrong about our vaginas.
  • 25:23: Debunking the BIGGEST myth about the female orgasm.
  • 38:27: Does your vagina really  need to “breathe” at night?
  • 41:37: These common vaginal infections are often misdiagnosed.
  • 50:00: The biggest misconceptions about periods.
  • 52:03: Why “cleanses” and “resets” don’t actually work.
  • 1:00:45: This is the most important takeaway from this episode.

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