HRT Not Working? Why Rhythmic Dosing May Be Better for Menopause Brain Fog, Sleep & Symptoms | PYHP 173

Episode 173 • July 07, 2025 • 00:29:54
HRT Not Working? Why Rhythmic Dosing May Be Better for Menopause Brain Fog, Sleep & Symptoms | PYHP 173
Progress Your Health Podcast
HRT Not Working? Why Rhythmic Dosing May Be Better for Menopause Brain Fog, Sleep & Symptoms | PYHP 173

Jul 07 2025 | 00:29:54

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Show Notes

Are your menopause symptoms still bothering you—even on HRT? In this episode, Dr. Valorie Davidson and Dr. Robert Maki of Progress Your Health answer a listener’s question about why her estradiol patch and progesterone aren’t helping enough—and explore how rhythmic hormone dosing (aka cyclical HRT) may work better for brain fog, poor sleep, joint pain, vaginal dryness, and more. Key Takeaways: ● Why your estradiol patch may not be working ● How rhythmic dosing mimics a natural menstrual cycle ● Why bloodwork is essential in hormone therapy ● Common symptoms that improve with cyclical dosing ● Why mainstream medicine

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