Joined by Dr. Sarah, who shares her expertise and personal journey, this episode unpacks the myths and misconceptions surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for younger women and emphasizes the often-overlooked importance of hormone optimization beyond menopause.
Dr. Sarah advocates for a personalized approach to hormone care, championing the use of bioidentical hormones and challenging outdated views tied to traditional lab reference ranges. She explains the delicate interplay between estrogen and progesterone, highlighting their critical roles in supporting vitality and preventing disease, while addressing the persistent fears around estrogen that stem from flawed past studies.
This episode offers a refreshing, symptom-focused approach to hormone health, encouraging women to prioritize how they feel over strictly adhering to lab numbers. Dr. Sarah also shares practical insights on innovative hormone delivery methods and her groundbreaking work at Inner Balance. With a focus on empowering women, this conversation inspires listeners to take charge of their hormonal well-being with confidence and clarity.
In this episode we discuss:
Understanding Hormone Deficiencies Across Age Groups
Sarah shares her journey into hormone health after facing personal hormonal challenges postpartum. She identifies a significant gap in products available for younger women and highlights the complexity of hormone regulation in the body.
The Power of Bioidentical Hormones
Advocating for natural hormone replacement, Sarah discusses the benefits of bioidentical hormones for young women and critiques traditional birth control's impact on hormone health, supporting a balanced approach that doesn’t suppress fertility.
Beyond Lab Tests: Listening to Your Body
Dive into the debate on hormonal testing, where Sarah emphasizes symptom relief as the primary guide for hormone therapy, challenging the sole reliance on lab results, which may be based on outdated methods.
Innovative Approaches to Hormone Delivery
Explore the efficacy of vaginal progesterone therapies, which bypass liver metabolism, offering higher bioavailability and potentially reducing uterine pathologies.
Shifting Perspectives on Estrogen
Addressing widespread misconceptions, Sarah makes a compelling case for the necessity of estrogen alongside progesterone for holistic health maintenance, advocating for a balanced hormonal approach to prevent disease and enhance vitality.
Overcoming Barriers in Women's Health
Sarah critiques current medical practices and calls for renewed academic studies on hormonal cycles, aiming to improve understanding and treatments for women's health beyond traditional practices.
Sarah's Comprehensive Program at Inner Balance
Learn about Sarah's program that promises a personalized six-month journey to optimal hormonal health, offering online treatments across multiple states, with plans to expand her practice further.
About Dr. Sarah Daccarett, MD:
Inner Balance Website: https://innerbalance.com/
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Hi, I'm Tara Thorne, FDN-P, RHN, FNC, CMRCP. Basically? I’m a women's health and hormone expert. After serving thousands of women in my 10+ years of clinical experience, I bring you The Hormone Balance Solution podcast – a podcast aimed to educate and empower midlife women.
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