Unlocking the Secrets of Female Hormones: Testing and Management Strategies (MMM)

Unlocking the Secrets of Female Hormones: Testing and Management Strategies (Monday Master Class) Join The live Q&A and become a premium member: https://stillmanmd.substack.com ?r=kb7w2 https://www.stillmanwellness.com/ https://stillmanmd.com/ Master Class Play List: /playlist/PLxRRz3RExqpn_IJzI2qRW9O4dUFRkjyPA [00:05] Unlocking the Secrets of Female Hormones and Testing Strategies: - Dr. Stillman recommends reading 'Happy Healthy Hormones' and 'Estrogen Matters' for anyone considering hormone replacement therapy (HRT) - Caution against using paper-based hormone tests due to reliability issues. [10:48] Importance of Consistency in Hormone Testing: - Hormone labs can be affected by diet and lifestyle, making a consistent history and lifestyle important. - Variability in hormone labs can make running tests pointless if there are extreme fluctuations due to stress and lifestyle changes. - A 24-hour urinary hormone collection study provides more accurate conclusions about hormone levels. [15:45] Benefits of Estrogen for Women: - Estrogen reduces the risk of coronary artery disease and recurrent cardiovascular events. - Estrogen replacement therapy may enhance cognitive performance and reduce the risk of dementia. - HRT helps maintain body composition, prevents weight gain, and preserves bone mass in menopausal women. [20:28] Benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): - HRT improves bone density, reduces vertebral fractures, and protects against heart disease. - HRT preserves brain health, improves body composition, and helps with mood swings and hot flashes. - The benefits of HRT depend on getting the right dose. - Studies on HRT and breast cancer may not be applicable to current bioidentical hormone therapy methods. - A 24-hour urinary hormone collection study is recommended for hormone testing in women. [24:47] Optimizing Sleep and the Role of Melatonin: - Bioidentical hormones contribute to graceful aging. - Melatonin improves hot flashes and sleep quality in women. - Sleep and melatonin optimization can reduce disease risk in women. [29:26] The Importance of Melatonin for Overall Health: - Melatonin plays a key role in regulating circadian rhythms. - Red light therapy may increase melatonin levels and have therapeutic effects. - Photobiomodulation therapy could be effective in treating vulvovaginal issues in menopausal women. [33:42] Health Benefits of Sunbathing and Sunlight Exposure: - Sunbathing lowers the risk of death. - UVB light can be used for healing melanoma. - Sunlight is a master modulator of hormones.

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