Reading This Book Made Me Rethink Everything About Hormones!

In today's episode, we dive deep into the world of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and Oestrogen, unpacking myths, facts, and everything in between from the book 'Oestrogen Matters by Avrum Bluming and Carol Tavris.
This episode covers:
* The truth behind Oestrogen and breast cancer – what the research says
* Why some women are rethinking their decision to take HRT
* The potential benefits of Oestrogen on heart health and brain function
* A closer look at the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) study and its impact
* How hormone replacement therapy can improve the quality of life during menopause
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Chapters:
00:00:00 - Welcome to Your Perimenopause Journey: Understanding 'Oestrogen Matters'
00:02:05 - The Authors Behind the book, Avrum Bluming and Carol Tavris
00:03:16 - What Is Oestrogen and Why It Matters During Perimenopause
00:04:23 - Breast Cancer Risk: How Oestrogen Plays a Role
00:06:33 - Hormone Replacement Therapy: Is It Right for You?
00:09:20 - Oestrogen's Impact on Breast Cancer Survivors: What You Need to Know
00:10:33 - The Women’s Health Initiative: Key Takeaways for Menopausal Women
00:11:23 - Oestrogens Effect on Brain Health in Perimenopause and Beyond
00:12:35 - Protecting Your Heart: Oestrogens Role in Heart Health During Menopause
00:12:48 - Summary & Key Takeaways: Navigating Menopause with Knowledge
00:14:24 - Rucking: A Powerful Exercise for Peri- and Postmenopausal Women
00:15:35 - How to Get Started with Rucking for Menopause Health
00:16:28 - Important Disclaimer: Information on Perimenopause and Oestrogen
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