Monthly Meeting Notes

Hormones

In our debut Hormone Happy Hour we discussed the many contributors to hormonal imbalances: stress, endocrine disruptors, diet, auto-immune issues, insulin resistance and more...

We touched on the generation of women who have been deprived of proper hormonal care due to misinformation and misinterpretation from the Women's Health Initiative Study and the ongoing repercussions and confusion that have resulted.  We also addressed the need for accurate testing, gave tips for reducing stress and shared information for supplements and lifestyle practices to help reduce our toxic load. 

Test to Assess.   Don't Guess.

This Month's Happy Hour brought us to the cozy and inviting space of Four Leaves Winery, where we delved deep into the role cholesterol plays in the making of our hormones.  Colleen gave us an in depth look at the science of our hormones, their metabolites and the role of cortisol.  We discussed different testing options from serum (blood), to saliva and dried urine.  

Megan shared a comprehensive look at the benefits of using the DUTCH test for prescribing hormones from an informed perspective as well as the many supplement and herbal options for balancing hormones naturally with or without HRT. 

HRT Uncorked!

Take a deep dive into the who, when, what and how of hormone replacement therapy.  We will cut through the myths and legends to deliver the truth  and benefits of  hormone therapy to help you assess if it's right for you.  We'll also address the many other options for those who are looking for alternatives to HRT.  

Bring a friend and all your questions!