About this episode

This episode discusses HRT dosing, absorption issues, and various administration methods for hormone replacement therapy.

Welcome to this week’s Midlife Minute episode. Today, we’re diving into listener questions about HRT dosing and the confusion surrounding administration. We explore several key themes, including absorption issues, lab draws, and cycling versus daily continuous dosing. I also compare oral progesterone with vaginal and transdermal progesterone. Stay tuned for more! IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: The estradiol dosage range I prefer, for bone protection How heart disease risk can influence the route you select for HRT I clarify the “start low and slow” approach to HRT dosing Why women with uteruses need progesterone when taking estrogen  Why HRT dosing can become more complicated during perimenopause How FDA-approved bioidentical hormones differ from compounded preparations Various factors to consider when using an estradiol patch Alternative routes of administration for women who feel unwell when taking progesterone orally How providers can safely transition women from transdermal estradiol patches to other options Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com&nbsp…

People in this episode

Host: Cynthia Thurlow

Topics covered

• HRT dosing
• menopause
• perimenopause
• hormone replacement therapy
• absorption issues
• lab testing
• progesterone

Keywords

• HRT
• dosing
• menopause
• progesterone
• estradiol
• perimenopause
• hormone therapy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Everyday Wellness™

Products: The Menopause Gut, Cynthia’s Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book, The Midlife Pause Supplement Line

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