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Dr. Jerilynn Prior discusses the significance of progesterone in women's reproductive health and its impact on perimenopause and overall well-being.

In this episode we engage in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jerilynn Prior, a trailblazing endocrinologist and professor at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Prior shares her 40+ years of research on the importance of progesterone in women's reproductive health, the reality of hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause, and how understanding ovulatory disturbances can promote lifelong well-being. This episode is a must-listen for women seeking to optimize their fertility, manage perimenopausal symptoms, and gain deeper insights into their menstrual health. Key takeaways: The importance of balancing estrogen with progesterone for reproductive and overall health. Ovulatory disturbances are common and adaptive but need attention when persistent. Perimenopausal symptoms are often linked to fluctuating estrogen levels and insufficient progesterone. Regular ovulation predicts better bone, heart, and lifelong health. Progesterone therapy effectively reduces menopausal symptoms like night sweats and sleep disturbances. Dr. Jerilynn Prior Bio: Jerilynn C. Prior is a Professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC, working on…

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