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 menopauseThis episode is brought to you by RUKSAK - helping you turn every walk into a workout with weighted vests, backpacks and accessories. Visit ⁠⁠https://rebrand.ly/ruksak_spotify⁠⁠ and use the code “SHAUNA15” for 15% off all purchases.Chapters:00:00:00 - Welcome to Your Perimenopause Journey: Understanding 'Oestrogen Matters'00:02:05 - The Authors Behind the book, Avrum Bluming and Carol Tavris00:03:16 - What Is Oestrogen and Why It Matters During Perimenopause00:04:23 - Breast Cancer Risk: How Oestrogen Plays a Role00:06:33 - Hormone Replacement Therapy: Is It Right for You?00:09:20 - Oestrogen's Impact on Breast Cancer Survivors: What You Need to Know00:10:33 - The Women’s Health Initiative: Key Takeaways for Menopausal Women00:11:23 - Oestrogens Effect on Brain Health in Perimenopause and Beyond00:12:35 - Protecting Your Heart: Oestrogens Role in Heart Health During Menopause00:12:48 - Summary & Key Takeaways: Navigating Menopause with Knowledge00:14:24 - Rucking: A Powerful Exercise for Peri- and Postmenopausal Women00:15:35 - How to Get Started with Rucking for Menopause Health00:16:28 - Important Disclaimer: Information on Perimenopause and OestrogenFollow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.Estrogen replacement therapyHormone therapy menopauseBreast cancer and estrogenMenopause and heart healthWomen's health HRT risksBenefits of estrogen in menopausePerimenopause symptomsWeighted vest walking benefitsEstrogen and dementiaWomen’s Health Initiative 2002 studyHormone therapy mythsPerimenopause mental healthHRT decision-making for womenEstrogen Matters book reviewMenopause quality of lifeHormones after menopauseAvrum Bluming and Carol Tavris

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