Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Hormones, menopause, perimenopause, and menopause dry eye are all connected in ways many women over 40 are never told about.
In this episode of the Doctor Eye Health Podcast, Dr. Joseph Allen sits down with Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky @DrJenZelo discuss the many ways hormones can influence women’s health, eye health, and quality of life during perimenopause and menopause.
We talk about common perimenopause symptoms and menopause symptoms, including perimenopause brain fog, perimenopause weight gain, joint pain menopause concerns, perimenopause anxiety, dry eyes, and menopause dry eye. We also explore the signs of perimenopause, signs of menopause, the role of estrogen, and why dry eye disease may become more noticeable during hormonal changes.
Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky also shares insights into perimenopause treatment, menopause care, and hormone replacement therapy, including how women can better understand their symptoms and discuss options with their healthcare provider.
Whether you are experiencing brain fog, dry eye, anxiety, weight changes, joint pain, or other hormone-related changes, this conversation is designed to help you feel more informed and empowered.
What You'll Learn
✅ Why women are significantly more likely to develop dry eye during perimenopause and menopause
✅ The connection between estrogen, hormone changes, brain health, sleep, and vision
✅ The truth about hormone replacement therapy (HRT), breast cancer, and the Women's Health Initiative
✅ Simple lifestyle habits that support healthier hormones, healthier eyes, and better aging
Visit doctoreyehealth.com for trusted eye health resources, educational articles, and more information from Dr. Joseph Allen.
Timestamps
00:00 The Truth About Menopause, Dry Eye & Hormone Replacement Therapy
02:46 Can Hormone Therapy Improve Dry Eyes?
07:13 Understanding Perimenopause vs. Menopause
17:09 The 100+ Symptoms of Perimenopause
24:35 How Hormones Affect Nearly Every Organ
33:53 Why Women Gain Weight and Lose Muscle
41:49 Dr. Jen's Personal Dry Eye Story
50:04 Hormone Replacement Therapy Explained
58:18 The Truth About the Women's Health Initiative
01:06:21 Three Lifestyle Habits That Make the Biggest Difference
Key Takeaways
🔷 Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause are a major contributor to dry eye disease in women.
🔷 Hormone replacement therapy is safe for many women when appropriately prescribed, and much of the fear surrounding HRT stems from misunderstood research.
🔷 Sleep, resistance training, cardiovascular exercise, and whole-food nutrition play an important role in reducing menopause symptoms and supporting long-term health.
🔷 Dry eyes may be one of the earliest signs of hormonal change, making collaboration between eye care providers and menopause specialists especially valuable.
Continue Learning About Eye Health
Looking for more expert advice on dry eyes, eye health, vision care, and protecting your eyesight? Explore these trusted resources from Dr. Eye Health:
👁️ Dry Eye Disease: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment (Playlist)
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzi60fSuOmPA3e0UObvyI-Rp9RIIWeQxb
💧 The #1 Best Natural Dry Eyes Treatment
youtu.be/4vAY4yA-OOk?si=P-_Uywbf7WdL8clD
✨ The Dangers of Eye Floaters: When to Worry
youtu.be/I9k3wLJafI0?si=M8yAk41aIP6c8WEg
🥕 Foods That Support Healthy Vision (Playlist)
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzi60fSuOmPDbljRgRJ5Pjkh21vqKMw57
My top 5 Dry eye drops:
amazon.com/shop/doctoreyehealth/list/15I8QLDA5IEVX?ref_=aipsflist
Dry Eye PM Support:
amazon.com/shop/doctoreyehealth/list/DDYUZXFKCMA6?ref_=aipsflist
Guest Bio
Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky is a Certified Menopause Provider and the Clinical Director of Women’s Health and Vitality at Medcan. She earned her M.D. from McMaster University and completed her residency in Family Medicine at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. She has held staff positions at the Immigrant Women’s Health Centre in Toronto and at Sunnybrook, where she co-founded a survivorship clinic for young gynaecology-oncology patients. She is passionate about helping women thrive through the midlife transition and beyond. Dr. Zelovitzky lives in Toronto, Canada with her husband, 2 daughters and 3 fur babies.
Instagram: instagram.com/drjenzelo
YouTube: youtube.com/@DrJenZelo
Website: drjenzelo.ca
Resources & Links
Website: Doctor Eye Health doctoreyehealth.com
YouTube: Doctor Eye Health youtube.com/@DoctorEyeHealth
Instagram: @doctoreyehealth instagram.com/doctoreyehealth
TikTok: Doctor Eye Health tiktok.com/@doctoreyehealth
Facebook: Doctor Eye Health facebook.com/DoctorEyeHealth
LinkedIn: Dr. Joseph Allen linkedin.com
#Menopause #Perimenopause #DryEyes #HormoneHealth #HRT #EyeHealth #DoctorEyeHealth #WomensHealth #VisionHealth #HealthyAging
Hormones, menopause, perimenopause, and menopause dry eye are all connected in ways many women over 40 are never told about.
In this episode of the Doctor Eye Health Podcast, Dr. Joseph Allen sits down with Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky @DrJenZelo discuss the many ways hormones can influence women’s health, eye health, and quality of life during perimenopause and menopause.
We talk about common perimenopause symptoms and menopause symptoms, including perimenopause brain fog, perimenopause weight gain, joint pain menopause concerns, perimenopause anxiety, dry eyes, and menopause dry eye. We also explore the signs of perimenopause, signs of menopause, the role of estrogen, and why dry eye disease may become more noticeable during hormonal changes.
Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky also shares insights into perimenopause treatment, menopause care, and hormone replacement therapy, including how women can better understand their symptoms and discuss options with their healthcare provider.
Whether you are experiencing brain fog, dry eye, anxiety, weight changes, joint pain, or other hormone-related changes, this conversation is designed to help you feel more informed and empowered.
What You'll Learn
✅ Why women are significantly more likely to develop dry eye during perimenopause and menopause
✅ The connection between estrogen, hormone changes, brain health, sleep, and vision
✅ The truth about hormone replacement therapy (HRT), breast cancer, and the Women's Health Initiative
✅ Simple lifestyle habits that support healthier hormones, healthier eyes, and better aging
Visit doctoreyehealth.com for trusted eye health resources, educational articles, and more information from Dr. Joseph Allen.
Timestamps
00:00 The Truth About Menopause, Dry Eye & Hormone Replacement Therapy
02:46 Can Hormone Therapy Improve Dry Eyes?
07:13 Understanding Perimenopause vs. Menopause
17:09 The 100+ Symptoms of Perimenopause
24:35 How Hormones Affect Nearly Every Organ
33:53 Why Women Gain Weight and Lose Muscle
41:49 Dr. Jen's Personal Dry Eye Story
50:04 Hormone Replacement Therapy Explained
58:18 The Truth About the Women's Health Initiative
01:06:21 Three Lifestyle Habits That Make the Biggest Difference
Key Takeaways
🔷 Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause are a major contributor to dry eye disease in women.
🔷 Hormone replacement therapy is safe for many women when appropriately prescribed, and much of the fear surrounding HRT stems from misunderstood research.
🔷 Sleep, resistance training, cardiovascular exercise, and whole-food nutrition play an important role in reducing menopause symptoms and supporting long-term health.
🔷 Dry eyes may be one of the earliest signs of hormonal change, making collaboration between eye care providers and menopause specialists especially valuable.
Continue Learning About Eye Health
Looking for more expert advice on dry eyes, eye health, vision care, and protecting your eyesight? Explore these trusted resources from Dr. Eye Health:
👁️ Dry Eye Disease: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment (Playlist)
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzi60fSuOmPA3e0UObvyI-Rp9RIIWeQxb
💧 The #1 Best Natural Dry Eyes Treatment
youtu.be/4vAY4yA-OOk?si=P-_Uywbf7WdL8clD
✨ The Dangers of Eye Floaters: When to Worry
youtu.be/I9k3wLJafI0?si=M8yAk41aIP6c8WEg
🥕 Foods That Support Healthy Vision (Playlist)
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzi60fSuOmPDbljRgRJ5Pjkh21vqKMw57
My top 5 Dry eye drops:
amazon.com/shop/doctoreyehealth/list/15I8QLDA5IEVX?ref_=aipsflist
Dry Eye PM Support:
amazon.com/shop/doctoreyehealth/list/DDYUZXFKCMA6?ref_=aipsflist
Guest Bio
Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky is a Certified Menopause Provider and the Clinical Director of Women’s Health and Vitality at Medcan. She earned her M.D. from McMaster University and completed her residency in Family Medicine at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. She has held staff positions at the Immigrant Women’s Health Centre in Toronto and at Sunnybrook, where she co-founded a survivorship clinic for young gynaecology-oncology patients. She is passionate about helping women thrive through the midlife transition and beyond. Dr. Zelovitzky lives in Toronto, Canada with her husband, 2 daughters and 3 fur babies.
Instagram: instagram.com/drjenzelo
YouTube: youtube.com/@DrJenZelo
Website: drjenzelo.ca
Resources & Links
Website: Doctor Eye Health doctoreyehealth.com
YouTube: Doctor Eye Health youtube.com/@DoctorEyeHealth
Instagram: @doctoreyehealth instagram.com/doctoreyehealth
TikTok: Doctor Eye Health tiktok.com/@doctoreyehealth
Facebook: Doctor Eye Health facebook.com/DoctorEyeHealth
LinkedIn: Dr. Joseph Allen linkedin.com
#Menopause #Perimenopause #DryEyes #HormoneHealth #HRT #EyeHealth #DoctorEyeHealth #WomensHealth #VisionHealth #HealthyAging
