Why I Refuse to Let My Doctor Lower My Estradiol Levels

Progress Your Health Podcast

Why I Refuse to Let My Doctor Lower My Estradiol Levels | PYHP 181

Sep 01 2025 | 00:34:31

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Show Notes

In this episode, Dr. Valorie Davidson and Dr. Robert Maki from Progress Your Health respond to a powerful listener comment about estradiol levels and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Many women feel dismissed when it comes to their hormone care—and this conversation gets right to the heart of it. We cover: ● Why some women feel terrible when their estradiol drops below 60—and why that number matters for hot flashes, sleep, energy, and exercise tolerance. ● The link between estrogen decline and rising cholesterol, cardiovascular risk, osteoporosis, dementia, and metabolic health. ● Static dosing vs. rhythmic dosing of estrogen—why it matters

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