Description: We will cover the major health concerns for peri-menopausal women and beyond.We’ll review the risk factors for heart, bone and breast disease, as well as explore the options for health including diet and lifestyle interventions.We’ll also discuss the differences in natural and conventional hormone replacement, including the use of herbs and nutrient supplements.
If you would like to submit a personal question for Dr. DiRienzo to address in the class, please email to abullock@bastyr.edu after registering.
Course Notes: Bastyr Campus Room 286
Instructor:Alyssa C DiRienzo, ND, is a graduate of the National College of Naturopathic Medicine (NCNM) in Portland, Oregon. She completed a residency in general family medicine and pursued a year of post-doctoral study in women’s health through the Institute of Women’s Health and Integrative Medicine. She currently has a private practice in North Bend, Washington. In addition, DiRienzo serves as adjunct clinical faculty for Bastyr University. Dr. DiRienzo has been on staff at BioGenesis Nutraceuticals to provide technical support for doctors since 2003.
