(9) Peri-Menopause + Menopause Health: Is HRT Right For You? Benefits, Risks, & Alternative Therapies

Vegan Iron Physiques Podcast I Fitness for Women Over 35

In this episode, we dive deep into the benefits and risks of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for perimenopausal and menopausal women. With more women considering HRT earlier in life, during perimenopause, it’s important to understand both the short-term benefits and potential long-term risks. Are we fully informed about the dangers, or is HRT being pushed much like the Gardasil vaccine was in the early 2000s? I’ll break down the research, including findings from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) and other key studies, to help you make an informed decision about your health. Key Points Covered: •The benefits of HRT for relieving menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. •Research-backed risks of HRT, including breast cancer, stroke, and blood clots. •Why starting HRT in perimenopause may carry risks we don’t fully understand yet. •Comparing HRT to Gardasil: Are risks being concealed, and could we see similar legal issues down the road? •How to have an informed discussion with your doctor about whether HRT is right for you. Tune in to learn more and make the best decision for your health during perimenopause and beyond. References: •Cleveland Clinic: HRT Risks and Benefits •Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health: HRT for Younger Women •University of Oxford: Science on HRT Safety •Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Menopause Alisa Johnson, PhD1 , Lynae Roberts, MA1 , and Gary Elkins, PhD1 • Harvard Health: Rocky Road to Menopause • Canadian Cancer Society: All About Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) ** As an aside that I forgot to speak about in the episode, if you decide it is right for you please be aware that Premarin & Utrogestan are NOT vegan products. #HormoneReplacementTherapy #Menopause #Perimenopause #HRT #WomensHealth #MenopausalSymptoms #Gardasil #HealthPodcast #HormoneHealth