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Is vaginal dryness still taboo? What is menopause and when does it start? How can we learn to look at this life stage in a positive way? Menopause counselor, Chris Van Gaver, explores these questions together with Amandine De Paepe.
Bestselling author and food scientist Amandine de Paepe enjoyed an extensive university education. Among other things, she studied biomedical sciences, nutritional sciences and obtained a European master's degree in nutritional sciences at the universities of Wageningen (NL), Cork (Ireland), Lund (Sweden) and Paris (FR). After her international career in the pharmaceutical sector, she threw herself into medical nutritional advice which she combined with analyses such as specific blood tests, DNA or sugar tests and personalized supplements. Over the years, Amandine turned her passion into her life's work. Today, she is the inspirer behind Insentials, the Belgian brand of vitamins & supplements.
Menopause consultant
As a 58-year-old woman, mother of 3 grown sons and proud nonna, I understand the importance of an active and healthy lifestyle after menopause. My fascination with the different stages of women's lives shaped my career as a midwife. Therefore, given my professional experience and age, earning a postgraduate degree in Menopause Counseling seemed like a logical next step. As a menopause counselor, I strive to break the taboo and minimize the symptoms and health risks of this phase. Misconceptions, lack of knowledge and unclear information often lead to frustration and misunderstanding, something I would like to address.