From Patches to Pills: A Guide To Understanding Your HRT (Hormone Therapy) Choices.

What does HRT mean and how do I choose the formula that’s right for me?
In this solo episode, I’m unpacking one of the most confusing parts of hormone therapy: the different delivery methods. From patches to pills to creams, I’ll walk you through what’s bioidentical, what isn’t, and what you really need to know to make informed choices.

We cover:
• Why the WHI study scared a generation of women and what it really showed
• The difference between FDA- and EMA-approved, compounded, bioidentical, and synthetic hormones
• The 3 types of natural estrogen (E1, E2, E3) and how they’re used in therapy
• Oral estrogen and progesterone: pros, cons, and brand examples
• Transdermal patches, gels, creams, and sprays and which women like the most
• Cost and access: NHS, FDA, EMA, compounded, and private prescriptions

By the end, you’ll have a clear picture of the safest and most effective delivery methods, so you can feel confident talking to your doctor about what’s right for you.


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Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction & Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy
1:00 - The Women's Health Initiative (WHI) Study
3:28 - Impact of the WHI Study on HRT Perception
7:58 - Modern HRT: Safety and Efficacy
16:36 - Bioidentical vs. Synthetic Hormones
18:56 - Types of Estrogen and Their Uses
21:50 - HRT Delivery Methods
27:30 - Introduction to Hormone Application Methods
29:17 - Adjusting Dosages for Personalized Treatment
30:31 - Vaginal Estrogen for Local Symptoms
33:08 - Progesterone Options and Benefits
35:28 - Testosterone Treatments for Women
37:17 - Exploring Pellets and Injectables
42:09 - Cost Considerations for Hormone Therapy
46:26 - Choosing the Right Hormone Therapy Method
48:14 - Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

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