Ever considered the pivotal role hormones play in your health?
It might surprise you, but the very strength of your bones and the health of your heart are deeply intertwined with these hormones.
As we age, and we’re affected by other factors, our hormone levels can drop putting us at greater risk of osteoporosis, sarcopenia, and cardiovascular disease.
Want to learn if Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy is the breakthrough solution your body needs and in what situations it’s NOT a good fit?
Join me in this episode as I sit down with Dr. Deborah Matthew, MD, also known as The Happy Hormones Doctor. Together, we navigate the fascinating world of hormones, emphasizing their profound impact on bone health and shedding light on the promising realm of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
Episode Details
Episode Timeline
- 0:00 Episode start
- 1:22 Meet our guest, Dr. Deborah Matthew, MD
- 2:02 Dr. Matthew's journey into hormone health and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT)
- 5:07 Understanding hormone balancing
- 8:32 Traditional vs. Dr. Matthew's approach: Emphasizing the significance of hormones in women's bone health
- 15:04 The role of hormones in men's health: Preventing osteoporosis with testosterone and estrogen
- 19:51 Exploring natural remedies before considering BHRT
- 26:08 Deep dive into BHRT: Its benefits, considerations, and potential risks
- 33:33 Assessing the suitability of BHRT for men
- 34:48 Different forms of BHRT
- 37:11 How to connect with Dr. Matthew and her services
- 38:53 Closing thoughts and takeaways
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About the guest
Dr. Deb Matthew MD, The Happy Hormones Doctor, is a best-selling author, international speaker, educator, wife and mom of four boys. After suffering for years with fatigue and irritability due to hormone imbalances, her quest to resolve her personal health led her to change everything about her practice of medicine. She has been featured on national podcasts, radio, and broadcast shows, including NBC, ABC, CBS, and FOX.
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