In this episode, Lexi Yoo discusses the importance of personalized medicine, the role of hormone therapy in managing symptoms, and the significance of lab testing in understanding hormonal health.

This conversation also covers:

• The complexities of estrogen metabolism
• How testosterone therapy can impact women's health
• Hormone therapy particularly in relation to breast cancer risk
• Outdated beliefs surrounding hormone therapy
• The importance of individualized treatment plans for women, especially those with a history of breast cancer
• Potential benefits of both oral and transdermal hormone therapies

Show Notes

Learn more about Lexi Yoo and follow her on Instagram @lexiyoonp!

Check out Lexi Yoo’s podcast, The Better Yoo Project, and the Yoo Direct Health Training Academy.

Read more about the testosterone implant study as well as the 2025 update to the study.

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This conversation explores the evolving landscape of hormone therapy, highlighting cultural shifts in awareness and the impact of the Women's Health Initiative.

Dr. Matthew and Dr. Smeaton also discuss:

• The importance of understanding bioidentical hormones
• A multifaceted approach to hormonal health, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle factors, lab testing, and personalized hormone therapy
• How understanding cortisol, the HPA axis, and adrenal health plays a crucial role in managing stress and overall well-being
• The need for practitioners to offer choices and personalization in hormone therapy
• The transformative power of hormones in restoring balance and joy in women's lives

Show Notes:

Learn more about Dr. Deb Matthew and follow her on Instagram @drdebmatthew!

Check out Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers and the estradiol study mentioned in this episode.

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In this episode, Dr. Chris Renna discusses his transition from traditional family medicine to longevity medicine, emphasizing the importance of preventive health and hormone management in aging.

Dr. Renna and Dr. Smeaton also explore:

• The role of hormones in aging and as essential tools for managing our bodies
• The evolution of hormone therapy, particularly considering the Women's Health Initiative findings
• Cultural shifts in public awareness regarding longevity
• The importance of patient-centered approaches in hormone therapy
• Metabolic flexibility and mitochondrial health, emphasizing the significance of energy production and efficiency in maintaining health as we age

Show Notes:

Learn more about Dr. Renna’s practice, LifeSpan Medicine, and follow them on Instagram @lifespanmedicine!

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