Progesterone, Patches & Night Sweats: Your Top HRT Questions Answered with The Meno Besties
This episode is a juicy one, my friends! I joined my incredible meno bestie, Zora Benhamou, for a listener Q&A on her podcast Hack My Age—and we’re tackling all things hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Are you ready to unlock the secrets of hormone health? Have you ever wondered about the real impact of progesterone or the mysteries of DHEA? We're exploring controversial claims and surprising findings about progesterone production in women. What role does HRT play in managing menopause symptoms like night sweats? Could bioidentical hormone therapy be the answer you've been seeking for personalized menopausal wellness?
Don't miss out on our lively discussion about the cognitive benefits of hormones and their potential to protect brain health. How does testosterone contribute to overall wellness? Tune in to discover how lifestyle factors can transform your hormone health journey!
In this episode, we uncover:
- How oral progesterone can affect sleep and mood by potentially alleviating anxiety and stress.
- Why synthetic progestins differ from micronized oral progesterone.
- How HRT can influence breast cancer risk, and what the latest research suggests.
- Why estradiol might be a key player in brain health.
- How DHEA can support testosterone levels safely.
Listen to this episode for insights and practical advice from experts! You won't want to miss the revelations and answers to your pressing hormone questions.
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Karen Martel is a Certified Hormone Specialist and Transformational Nutrition Coach dedicated to empowering women through their health journeys.
As the host of the popular podcast The Hormone Solution, Karen tackles the complexities of hormonal health, weight loss resistance, and the challenges that come with perimenopause and menopause.
Her mission is to disrupt outdated narratives surrounding women's health, providing reliable information and practical solutions that help women reclaim their vitality.
Tune in to discover how to embrace life's stages while enhancing overall well-being.
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