Join Nic and Steve as they dive into the fascinating world of sex hormones—estrogen and progesterone. This episode explores their crucial roles in both women and men, from reproduction and libido to brain health and beyond. Learn what happens when these hormones go out of balance, the surprising symptoms to watch for, and practical tips to restore harmony. Whether you're navigating cycles, menopause, or just curious about hormonal health, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
As always, this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please discuss any information in this podcast with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.
- 00:00:00 – Hormones – Estrogen and Progesterone
- 00:02:45 – What does Estrogen do?
- 00:08:05 – What does Progesterone do?
- 00:11:45 – Symptoms of dysregulated hormones
- 00:32:46 – What are the Consequences of having too much estrogen as a woman?
- 00:38:39 – Testing
- 00:43:25 – Treating high Estrogen, low Progesterone
- 00:51:18 – Wrap-up and Take home message
