This episode goes beyond surface-level hormone talk and dives into the bigger picture: how your brain, hormones, metabolism, and nervous system are all interconnected.This interview between Dr. Yang and Dr. Davis emphasizes that hormones are just one piece of the puzzle. True healing often requires a multidisciplinary approach—addressing lifestyle, stress, inflammation, and emotional wellbeing alongside medical care. You’ll also hear a powerful reframe: sexual health is not optional—it’s a core part of overall health and a reflection of how your body is functioning.In This Episode, We Discuss • Why hormonal health should be addressed early—even in teenage years • How birth control can both help and mask underlying issues • What “hormonal imbalance” actually means • The importance of tracking your menstrual cycle as a key health indicator • Why many women feel dismissed in traditional healthcare settings • The connection between hormones, stress, and the nervous system • What happens after long-term birth control use • When and how to test hormones (and the limitations of testing) • Early signs of perimenopause most women overlook • Common symptoms like brain fog, low libido, fatigue, and weight changes • The role of bioidentical hormones vs traditional hormone therapy • Why testosterone is essential for women’s health • How sexual health reflects your overall wellbeing • The value of integrative care: nutrition, lifestyle, pelvic floor therapy & acupunctureWho This Episode Is For • Women struggling with unexplained symptoms despite “normal” labs • Those coming off long-term birth control • Anyone trying to conceive or optimize fertility • Women navigating perimenopause or menopause • Listeners interested in a more holistic, integrative approach to health • Healthcare providers looking to better understand women’s hormonal healthIf this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast, and leave a review to help more women access this important conversation.About Dr. Stephanie Davis:Dr. Stephanie Davis is a board-certified OB-GYN and expert in sexual and hormonal health. She serves as Program Advisor of Sexual and Hormonal Health at Hoag Hospital Women’s Health Institute and is a certified menopause practitioner. She practices at Orange Coast Women’s Medical Group in Irvine & Tustin, California. Her work focuses on helping women feel like themselves again through personalized, integrative care that addresses both the root cause and the whole person.Stay tuned for Hoag Midlife/Menopause and Sexual Health community talks with Dr. Davis.Connect with Dr. Stephanie Davis:- Website: https://ocwmg.com/our-team/physicians/stephanie-davis-m-d/- IG: https://www.instagram.com/stephdsdavis/Connect with Dr. Tina Yang and Revive Qi Health & Fertility Center:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinayang_acufertilitydoctor/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revive_qi/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@revive_qiWebsite: https://www.reviveqi.comThank you for listening to this episode of the Women's Health & Fertility Podcast. Follow us and subscribe to this Podcast and don’t forget to rate and review this episode on Apple or Spotify.If you are looking to optimize your health with acupuncture, Chinese medicine and functional medicine, book a Free 15 minute consult with one of our acupuncturists at Revive Qi: https://www.reviveqi.com/pages/book-an-appointment

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