The Most Important Thing About Menopause - 93

Ask anyone what the most important thing about menopause is, and I can assure you they’ll give you an incorrect answer. In life, sometimes the most important thing is something you don’t know. And such is definitely the case for most women when it comes to menopause. Watch this video and discover why nearly everything you hear about menopause is irrelevant compared to the most important thing.
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[@LF_RN]

“Menopausalicious” love that term!

[@charlenechen3818]

Dr. Taylor, I am so glad that I watched your tutorials (in order!) about managing menopause. I am 44 and in peri menopause. My OB/GYN prescribed birth control pills to me to alleviate my symptoms, but I was afraid of taking those pills. My mother, who is 75 now, always told me to avoid hormone pills because she said that she had bad side effects during her peri menopause period (namely breast tenderness, fibroids) while on HRT. She stopped her HRT after she experienced those symptoms. However, she is now dealing with osteoporosis and she already had 3 strokes in the last 5 years. I can’t tell you enough that I am so thankful to you to lay out the FACTS to us in your tutorials. Your information and education guided me to today to decide on how I want to manage my own menopause. Definitely not following my mother’s path! Long term vs. Short term, Facts vs. Fears - they are now all in perspectives to me. Thank you!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Charlene, this makes me so happy! I especially love the confidence yo exude. That's the value of a real education. Keep watching, my dear. And, should you ever want my personal help in tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME.

[@sheriburcham5242]

Thank you Dr. Taylor for taking the fear out of taking HRT!! I've been suffering unnecessarily for years and NO MORE!! I made notes and went to my Gyno and asked specifically for what I wanted and feel SO MUCH BETTER!!! I'm no longer afraid and I could cry! You are a GODSEND!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I love knowing that this education is helping you. I especially love the confidence I hear in your words.

[@dominiquesachsetv]

Love it Barbie! Words to live by..

[@MenopauseTaylor]

It all comes together!

[@vyvyienewalser6798]

I love my hrt patches.I shall be covered in hrt patches , until I take my last breath.Ladies...take charge of ur own health.My hrt patches have been a life changer.Could not live without it.

[@rj-jl5nv]

Thank you, Dr Taylor. Your explanations are crystal clear for everyone to understand. You wonder why women are scared of oestrogen replacement therapy, given that this hormone has helped them live with all the positive aspects you named, crisp memory, fast metabolism, lubricated vagina. I think women are afraid, and i am one of these, because the hormone prescribed by your doctor is not naturally produced by your body. And the quantity prescribed isnt necessarily the quantity your body actually needs or needed. There might be a lot of fumbling, with side effects, before you come up with the right dosage. So yes, what is scary is introducing from the outside a man made hormone in random quantities. It is like tampering with mother nature. The list of side effects on the box is longer than the benefits. It is like they really want to scare you out of your mind. Again, thank you for helping us with all the info. Cheers from Switzerland.

[@panes840]

Spot on. But I guess the scientific research is extremely good and bioidentical hormones a match for our cells. You just take what you think you need and discuss your progress with your Doctor and from there dosage should be fine.

[@elsagrace3893]

The body doesn’t know the difference where estradiol was made. THE MOLECULE IS IDENTICAL! And another misconception is that so called “bioidentical” hormones are magically different. They are not. It’s the same exact molecule. They are called “bioidentical” because they are a mixture of the estrogens that we produce naturally which is 80%estriol and 20%estradiol. Estriol is a very weak estrogen that does not prevent osteoporosis, heart attack, and Alzheimer’s. It doesn’t help you maintain your feminine attributes either because it’s weak. The mixture is why they call it bioidentical. THE MOLECULES ARE IDENTICAL. I’m shouting because I am frustrated to see all the misinformation and the fear that women have that prevent them from making good decisions for their health because the current disease care system isn’t there to help us. It is there to make money for itself.

[@rj-jl5nv]

@@elsagrace3893 I guess you are a doctor, feeling so entitled to SHOUT, like you're saying. The body does tell the difference, because of the excipients that you have in drugs and that MAY not suit everybody, given that we are all different and will therefore react differently. So it is not just black and white. My question was addressed to the Dr, who obviously, doesn't want to reply. After all, why would she? I am not a paying patient. I just wanted to address a common concern that is shared by many middle-aged women I know. Nobody ever wants to say what taking hormones we do not produce naturally anymore does to your body when you take them, nor for a month or 6 month, or a year, but for the rest of your life, which is give or take some 30 years after menopause on average. I am not sure that studies have been done covering such amounts of years.

[@lozzer6644]

Absolutely 100% spot on!love you and your balanced /straightforward talking tutorial s,Thank the universe for women like you!Love from the UK

[@MenopauseTaylor]

It helps erase some of the confusion, doesn't it! I thank the universe for you. I love knowing that you're learning from my videos.

[@chexhorse]

Wonderful information. I am on HRT and loving it, it has given me back my “normal “ . Your videos are so full of easy to understand info. Thank you Barbie your the best !!!!!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

This makes me so happy. You can see how logical it is. All the fear and misconceptions make no sense. It's shocking that most women believe the nonsense rather than the facts.

[@Mmm-333-1]

Thank you! 100% agree they like to make Estrogen a villain while testosterone therapy is highly encouraged for men! Ridiculous! I have been on HRT since 2017 and I turn 60 this year. I feel great !!! HRT was a game changer for me and gave me my vibrant life back. Don’t fear estrogen please....educate yourself and be proactive in caring for your optimal health at every age via healthy choices. ❤ heart disease runs in my family as well as Alzheimer’s. Best to be proactive rather than reactive in my opinion.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I love the confidence in your words. You are managing YOUR menopause YOUR way.

[@FourEyedLadyOriginal]

Great video but why aren't medical schools & post-medical school education teaching this material to MDs? MDs treat and they teach their patients what they have been taught (or are wise enough to learn on their own). Let's not blame the fearful female lets blame ignorance & misogyny on behalf of the medical profession & the media who spreads these myths and therefore teaches the masses to fear estradiol. Let's also blame big pharma who thrives on long term sickness that E2 could abate. Let's also blame big pharma & hath insurance who thrives on early death so that they keep their costs down.... Let's blame ignorant MD's who fear lawsuits from estradiol related deaths... The list goes on and on. 😟

[@MenopauseTaylor]

In medical school, we get only about 1 hour on menopause! Only doctors who do a residency in gynecology get more than that. It's sad, but true. The fact is that menopause is a neglected area of women's lives by all parties. And until we demand better care and attention ourselves, no one is going to take the initiative to make things better for menopausal women. That's why I'm doing what I'm doing to educate you. The problem is that I am the only person on earth doing this!

[@FourEyedLadyOriginal]

And thank God you are doing this! You are so amazing! I so appreciate all you do. [I think ALL of your subscribers do too.] I have known many female gyns who are still too ignorant or afraid to deal with the menopausal phase. Possibly, this phase has no good niche within medicine? It certainly is not about fertile females and babies! It is about the phase after fertility that most MDs [and the the women who are in this phase] refuse to deal with. I have had MDs tell me to my face, it is your lot in life or women your age normally die. There is very little insight & compassion. If the MEDIA would wise up that would help. Seems like you need to be on many talk shows while you take a more mass grass roots approach. [I'd certainly watch!] I am not afraid of aging - but females in the USA are... I bet women in Europe would be more open to your teachings! 😉 What do you think? Your work has to take root at some point & spread widely.

[@jjowhal]

Yessss @ foureyedladyoriginal!!! You nailed it. Thanks to you Dr Taylor for shedding light on this. I totally agree that most docs are just too scared & ignorant to advise or help & health ins co & pharma do dictate the little options to zero options that are avail to woman. 🙌🏽

[@jjowhal]

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[@MenopauseTaylor]

NO ONE will ever take care of you as well as you take care of yourself. Don't depend on doctors to teach you this stuff. Doctors are not teachers. Don't expect doctors to practice wellness. Doctors are not in the "health care" industry, They are in the "disease care" industry. Doctors know how to fix you once you're messed up. They're repair men. That's the entire profession: using medications and surgery to fix what's broken. That does not make doctors bad. They' are doing their jobs. If you're diseased, you need a doctor. It's just that patients have the misperception that doctors are wellness providers or teachers. That's like asking your plumber to build your house. It's the wrong professional. I just tell you the truth and give you the tools for navigating in the real world of fragmented "health care." Just knowing the limitations of different kinds of professionals is powerful. Learning what I have to teach you is the best investment you'll ever make in yourself. The sad thing is that most women never take the time to learn this information so that they can take care of themselves. They're busy taking care of everybody else. Coming to my two-day seminar in your 40s (or even 30s), and definitely once your 50 should. quote frankly, just be "What you do!" It should be as natural and automatic as getting your first bar or a driver's license. Instead, most women don't even know the NEED this education. The fact is, they ALL deserve it.

[@toniterry]

I cannot say it enough....these “lessons” are so helpful, informative, and, for me, so reassuring....basically putting periods where I had so many question marks on very important topics. Thank you and bless you Dr. Taylor :)

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You make me so happy, Toni! I love knowing that my efforts are helping you. Sometimes, I think, "Good God, Barbie! You sure picked a steep hill to climb in trying to get women to get their heads out of the sand. Not only do you have to get them to take advantage of this education; first you have to make them aware of the fact that they need it in the first place. It's really TWO huge hills!" Comments like this reassure ME that what I'm doing is worth it. One by one, this will make a difference for women.

[@gloriasaliba3395]

Well that was the single best video I’ve watched on menopause approaching 60 and have been struggling thinking I’ll get through this naturally - clearly no such thing when you’re completely devoid of the hormones you need !! G’day from Sydney Australia !!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Gloria, You should schedule a consultation with me so that I an help you find your best options. I'm in the business of educating you about everything you need to know and do in order to get exactly what you want for managing your menopause your way. So, here's how a consultation works: 1) You would schedule a one-on-one consultation at my website, MenopauseTaylor.ME, choosing a time that is convenient for you. I do consultations on Skype, FaceTime. Facebook Messenger, What’s App, and the phone. (But very shortly, I’ll have my own video platform embedded in my website.) 2) I would send you an email to confirm that you are scheduled for the stated time, and invite you to send me as much information about yourself as you please. You can make it brimming with details and tell me about your reproductive life, any gynecologic problems you've had, your symptoms of peri-menopause, and your symptoms of post-menopause. You can include all your fears, concerns, and goals for your menopause management. You may also send me any labs, mammogram results, bone density results, etc. that you would like me to include in designing your protocol. If you want to adhere to a certain category of management options (herbs or diet & lifestyle, or whatever), you should tell me that. I will give you a 5-day deadline for sending all materials, and will not accept anything after that date. 3) I'll get busy creating a document that gives you all the education you need to understand absolutely everything, points out the pros and cons of each option, and tailors it all to YOU, using the information you have provided. The document will be loooooong. Most are over 30 pages. 4) I will send you the document by email 72 hours before your consultation. You will benefit greatly by reading it in advance. Light bulbs will go off like crazy, and if you're like most women, you'll feel that you've already gotten your money's worth. 5) During your consultation, we will review the document and address any issues you want in order to fine tune everything and determine your best options. I'll tell you exactly how to find the right kind of professional, how to have the conversation in order to get what you want, and the nuances of things like guidelines and insurance. I leave nothing unaddressed. 6) You will go to a professional of your choosing in order to get the actual hormones or whatever you choose to use. 7) After the first consultation, I'll hold your hand (forever if you want me to). In other words, you'll be able to schedule mini-consultations (30-minute, in addition to full consultations) whenever you need to. I'll keep records of your situation. Most women schedule mini-consultation whenever they go to the doctor and don't understand what he or she said, or why. I translate. I make sense of everything. Most schedule mini-consultation whenever they have a new test and they want me to explain the results. And all schedule mini-consultation whenever their situation changes and they need to re-weigh and re-balance their options. The time you spend with me will make everything about working with any other professional so easy. And they will love the fact that you have an actual education rather than a bunch of misconceptions that you got from the Internet. If your initial hormone regimen is not right, you'll want to consult with me before going to your doctor. I can prepare you for what to expect and what to request. So, that's my role. And nobody else on earth does this kind of thing but me. So, I hope you schedule a consultation and let me hold your hand (figuratively). I hope to meet you soon! Menopause Taylor

[@suelasancar5693]

Dr. Taylor you must have a TV show😘😘I have learn so much about menopause from you, you are brilliant. Love you

[@Kim-ek7xy]

Dear Barbie, there is no such thing as "Mother Nature." It's a myth embraced by some cultures. It is God who controls the forces of nature. “But God made the earth by his power; he founded the world by his wisdom and stretched out the heavens by his understanding. When he thunders, the waters in the heavens roar; he makes clouds rise from the ends of the earth. He sends lightning with the rain and brings out the wind from his storehouses” (Jeremiah 10:12-13). Please stop misleading people.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

If you say so.

[@Cuinn837]

Even Christians talk about Mother Nature sometimes. We don't mean it literally.

[@alicediamond387]

I have been taking HRT for a six weeks now--estradiol gel--and a progesterone pill. I went to see my cardiologist and I got the most glowing report with a great blood pressure and "really really good" EKG! IDK if it's just the estrogen, or the fact that I am sleeping better, have more energy for exercise and have gotten my migraines under better control. O wait, that IS the estrogen. I have a little ways to go yet and maybe need to tweak the HRT, but I am feeling really good about this. I cannot thank you enough Dr. Taylor.

[@tnt01]

I started 11 days ago. But, the progesterone pill makes me very, very tired. Did this happen to you?

[@alicediamond387]

No. I have taken other meds that had that effect and my experience was that once my body adjusted I felt normal again. In the first two weeks of progesterone I swear I had occasional cramps and was PMS-ing. But that passed very quickly. Now the biggest downside is the size of the pill.

[@tnt01]

@Alice Diamond. I am hoping it passes, or else, I will have to try something else. I can't even think properly. :(

[@VikiBN]

X2Y2 my doctor told me to take progesterone at nigh to avoid this problem. I started my HRT a month ago and couldn’t be happier. I finally can sleep, I’m less forgetful and no more hot flashes. I use to have slight heart palpitation and now they’re going away. Good luck ladies. Keep your hearts ticking for the next few decades.

[@tnt01]

@Viki N I was taking it at night, but felt sedated throughout the day, just horrible. It did not work for me. I am weaning off and will see about birth control for me. Best.

[@Shellbee22]

WHI one fear …my mother took Premarin and Prevage’s back in the day …she ll be 90 and she lives on her own

[@charlottemann3352]

Bravo Dr. Taylor, as a doctor and a woman! You are so enlightening. Whenever I think women have come so far, it is a painful reminder that as far as menopause info out there, we have not. You are right, if men dealt - with no testosterone - it would have been addressed and remedied a long time ago. Most women that I know are still scared of estrogen and have never heard of the "Estrogen Window." I feel like you are a beacon in the dark. I know it is your mission to tell us the facts. I would be my hope that every woman could hear what you have to say. You are such a gift and a blessing.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Thank you, Charlotte. I hope you can tell that I have no "agenda" for how you should manage your menopause. You'll get facts from me in every category of options. I love knowing that this education is helping you.

[@lauralijames6316]

You are completely crazy, I have passed menopause, I had no symptoms. I am so happy and healthy! I do not take cow or mare hormones, my estrogen is provided naturally by the foods that I eat and have no side effects. I eat well, sleep perfectly at night and some times I take naps, just like when I was young. My bones are really strong, my hair is still beautiful thick and long, my nails and my skin are also perfect. I take vitamin C, spirulina for minerals, fish oil, vitamin E, D3, vitamins B which are in spirulina and fresh vegetables as well as vitamin A from alfa and Beta Carotenoids which are in whole foods.my weight is just the same. as before.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I'm glad you have found what works best FOR YOU. That's what every woman deserves. I'm just trying to help them.

[@lisawilliamson496]

I adore you and your message!! Thank you so much for ALL the valuable lessons💞💞💞

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You are so welcome! Keep watching. You'll be so glad you're learning this vital information.

[@amyong4677]

Flaxseed oil has helped put me to sleep. Am perimenopausal.

[@muhlenstedt]

Clear , intelligent, to the point. Thank you!Are you going to speak of progesteron also?

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Oh, I am so sorry for this tardy reply. The KZbin comments on my end are supposed to line up all the new ones so that I don’t have to search for them one-video-at-a-time. And most of the time, it works. But occasionally (as in this case), a comment doesn’t appear in the line-up. I apologize profusely for the delay. Every so often, I scan back through old videos to see if there are any I haven’t answered. And, I found this one! I hope you've seen video 96. It's precisely what you requested.

[@Beafree]

That is exactly how my mom, grandma, and younger sister think. My mom believed as though hormones were the enemy. When my mom began going through menopause she was so angry that her doctor suggested hrt, she said "All those hormones do is delay it from happening." Well now she is following down the same road my grandma is, she is battling with cholesterol and also high blood pressure. My sister is completely against going to any doctors, shes currently trying to get pregnant but can't when I tell her she should see a doctor she gets angry. When I breastfed my children, my mom belittled me but when I told her that breastfeeding lowers a woman's chance of getting breast cancer she said "Why didn't anyone tell me that back then?!" what I wanted to ask her was "Would you have listened?" haha! Its just sad, Our parents always tell us "you can't escape death, it happens to everyone." We always tell them we are not trying to escape death but we are trying to make wise choices with our health. thank you for all you do by giving us all this wonderful information. I'm pretty sure I will be scheduling a visit with you though. haha

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You are so very welcome, my dear. As you get this education, you will see the "truths" of it all around you. Some will be reassuring. Others will be sad.

[@robinswaytoday]

Another good information video! Things I have never thought about until I started watching your channel. 💕

[@raewise6345]

I believe it was that study. They scared the hell out of us! I am sharing your videos with everyone, everyone. Trying to undo what the release of that study did.... please keep up the amazing LIFE-SAVING work you are doing ♥️

[@marietterasmussen9692]

I'm so glad I found your tutorials Dr Taylor. I'm a happy menopausal woman, living the second half of my life healthy and strong. Im happy with my weight, I exercise daily and I feel beautiful and special. I felt bad for a brief period of time but my Estrodial patch took care of that quickly. Thank you for encouraging me to manage my menopause my way. I hope to live until 105.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I just love your attitude! It's precisely what I'm trying to instill in all women. Thank you so much for posting this comment. I'll probably meet you some day, because I'm planning to live until I'm 120.

[@lms2379]

According to the CDC, 1 in 5 women died of a heart attack in 2020…not sure where the 1 in in 2 data comes from. I wouldn’t expect huge variations over the course of several years of data.

[@The93badger]

I love how you explain so thoroughly and understandably! I plan to schedule a full consultation with you very soon. At the age of 48 1/2 I was diagnosed Post-Meno (May '19) and have been on HRT (Sottopelle for Estrogen and Testosterone, oral Progesterone) since June '19 but I am reconsidering everything because of some of the side effects and the COST! I really don't have the time to watch all your vids from the beginning before I want to consider my HRT therapy or not. What vids are key to watch before a consultation with you?

[@RosemarieSKikel]

Amen! Everything you said makes perfect sense. Lucky are the gals that can still do something to help the second stage of their lives. But, how about us , who's windows have closed are we out of options??? Don't forget about us!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Don't worry, Rosemarie. I won't forget about you. I'll teach you about options in every category for managing your menopause: Diet, Exercise, Lifestyle, Vitamins, Minerals, Botanicals, Herbs, Acupuncture, Hypnosis, Hormonal Medication, and Non-Hormonal Medications. I will be covering all of these. Obviously, it will take time with a weekly video. If you want the information pronto, go to my website: MenopauseTaylor.ME. There, you'll see that you can register for my two-day seminar, or get the seminar on DVD, or get my book. All of these resources give you the entire education all at once, and you can find options to manage everything.

[@dawnmartyne]

Thank the lord my genned up sister put me on to you! Im only 2 half years since my last period so im well within the estrogen window to do something about this. appt at doctors booked week on monday, my notes all written out ready. This information is priceless. I will do my bit and let other women know ....to spread the word so to speak. Many thanks for putting this info out there for us.

[@casperinsight3524]

What a crying shame women are denied Meno Education and treatment when its essential to our wellbeing ...its almost criminal.

[@melissa67aklin]

Thank you for all your information, I was one of those people who was scared,but that was out of ignorance. Thank you soooo much for educating me. I have my estrogen patch and my progesterone pills

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I never want you to make decisions based on fear or misinformation. I want you to make educated decisions. I am so pleased that you're learning.

[@ΕλένηΖιώγα-κ8υ]

Is that billion hart beats also for man?Can you make a video for men too.I dont want to be healthy and young and he to be pld and sick.Thank you for everything you do for us women.

[@giakhan4432]

Hello, Miss Taylor! I want to thank you very much for a life long lessons. I am 54yrs old post menopause, experiencing imbalances. I was wondering how to contact you. Please I need your expertise and knowledge on this. Thank you! Looking forward to hearing from you.

[@PandaLAG]

You'll need to go on her website menopausetaylor.com & you can send her a request for booking a facetime consultation with her & she'll get back with you then.

[@sharib5922]

it takes awhile for her to get to the point and repeats and repeats the same thing throughout the whole video and still she didn't really give practical advice and her voice rising and falling is annoying 😕

[@MenopauseTaylor]

If you’d like a more efficient delivery of this menopause education, you should (1) Get my book, or (2) Watch the webinars, or (3) Watch the DVD entitled Your Menopause Your Way. They all give you the complete education without the fluff of the videos. You can get any of these from my website, MenopauseTaylor.ME. And if you want the fastest track, schedule a consultation with me, and you'll get the education along with tailoring of it specifically to YOU. These videos cover only one piece of information in each video. That’s intentional. If you only use these videos to get your education, it will be very complete, but it will take a looooooong time. My goal is to meet the needs of all women, regardless of their learning style, and regardless of their command of the English language. Many of my viewers speak English as a second, third, or fourth language. You may not care about them, but I do. I am the only person providing a complete and unbiased education on menopause. So, I’m trying to serve the needs of all women. I’m sorry I haven’t served yours well. But I think one of the other options listed above will.

[@richricogranada9647]

Hot flashes? Whah about an ultra natural remedy called portable fans?

[@user-fd1qb7ml2j]

I'm glad I am learning from your videos. I never knew some of this. But I am glad I started estrogen after my hysterectomy. Well they started me 3 months after my surgery. But now 6 years later, and years of ups and downs, they dont want to give us more than 2mg of estrogen. How do we get passed that! My doctor does not know anything about how to treat menopause. He only knows how to do surgery. I have written to you recently with some questions, but I need to council with you for sure. Its Saturday here in California, so I will try to get ahold of you next week! I truly appreciate you Dr. Taylor, you make us feel normal! You definitely are a beacon of hope for womens health. I wish you were close by me, I would come to you as my doctor! Many blessings to you !!!💕

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I look forward to helping you, Dolores. I'll be here to hold your hand from afar.

[@lindaw140]

Don’t focus just on the temporary discomfort such as hot flash. Make decisions and weigh options based on facts not on fear. Weigh risks and benefits, there is no absolutes.

[@1960genius]

I am 57 years old and took HRT for 5 years between 49-54. Is it possible to go back on them now? I do have palpitations often :/ My OB/GYN sent me to a cardiologist and he found nothing wrong. oh, I had to edit this to say that I still have my uterus. Thank you

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You should be able to resume HRT. It's only been 3 years since you last took them, which means the benefits are still greater than the risks for you. The longer you wait to get restarted, the more risky it will be. I hope you're watching my videos in order and saw the ones one The Estrogen Window (videos 80 - 90). If you watch the in order (starting with video 1), you will definitely understand everything. Video 87 is especially pertinent to your question, but PLEASE watch videos 80 - 90 in order. You'll be so glad you did, and you'll get answers to all your questions.

[@1960genius]

Thank you so very much Dr. Taylor. So grateful for you!!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

And I'm grateful for you too!

[@LilybelleAnnabelle]

You are a God send. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

It's my pleasure, my dear.

[@TheHelenhunter]

The Bible says that a lifetime lasts 70-80 years so I'll keep looking for the answer as to why we lose our estrogen. (And in ancient biblical times people used to live hundreds of years.)

[@smileygirl1742]

The Bible is fiction.

[@nenaronan8679]

Thank you for another good video. The Lord bless you, Dr. Barbie

[@pipsqueakspartytime7965]

I have an appointment to talk to a gyn about bioidentical hrt (pharmaceutical so my ins will cover it) I already spoke to my General Practitioner. He knew nothing about this. In fact, he kept saying “biogenical.” Couldn’t even pronounce it right! His opinion is that all hrt is suspect and promotes cancer. How is it that practicing doctors are so uninformed??? I hope the gyn does better, but I feel like I need to go in with an informed request of what I want rather than depending on a doctor just in case. My mother had uterine cancer. I had endometriosis. Should I consider removing my uterus just to remove the cancer danger before taking hrt or am I safe to take it as long as it is a continual estrogen/progesterone balance?

[@MenopauseTaylor]

First, you're absolutely right about what a shame it is that doctors have so little education on menopause. We only get 1 hour (ONE HOUR) of menopause in medical school! So, doctors really know very little. The oNLY doctors who have any education beyond that one hour are gynecologists. And even then, there isn't an emphasis on it. Th every best thing to do to go to a menopause specialist. If you live in North America, you might have a menopause specialist near you. Here's how you can find one: Go to www.menopause.org (North American Menopause Society). Click on the tab "For Women." Click on the drop-down menu item "Find a Menopause Practitioner." Put in your zip code. All the menopause specialists near you will pop up. Next, you are way off in your understanding of "Uterine cancer" and "Endometriosis." The two have absolutely NOTHING in common. Do to draw any parallels or compare the two. Uterine cancer results from an inner uterine lining that gets too thick. And it's caused by estrogen. Most women who get uterine cancer are obese, and it's the estrogen produced by their own fat cells that cause their uterine lining to get too thick. Endometriosis has nothing to do with anything even remotely related to any kind of cancer. Here's what you need to know about endometriosis: The word "endometriosis" comes from the word "endometrium." You know from my videos that your endometrium is that inner lining in your uterus that you shed each month with your period. EndometrioSIS is when, instead of shedding, and exiting through your vagina like it's supposed to, some of that endometrium goes backwards, up your fallopian tubes, and drips out the end of your fallopian tube. It's drops of blood and endometrial tissue, just like the tissue that comes out when you have a period. But, when it drops on tissue inside your pelvis (commonly, your ovaries, bowel, or bladder), it says, "I'll just make this my new home!” And it literally implants in that tissue. Then, because you continue to have hormonal cycles, that endometriosis does the very same thing in its new home that it did when it was in your uterus. It builds up ... and bleeds, month after month, after month. Now, your body is very smart. And it knows that something is wrong when there's bleeding in the wrong location. So, your body tries to "fix the problem." That area that bleeds because of endometriosis is a raw spot. And your body tries to protect raw spots by covering them up. It's as if it tries to put a bandaid on it. So, anything that's nearby (your intestine, your fallopian tube, your bladder, etc.) "covers” the raw spot. But, in so doing, it gets stuck. And when it gets stuck, it forms scar tissue. The name for scar tissue is "adhesions." Adhesions are when two structures are stuck together that shouldn't be. So, anything that produces this CYCLIC pattern of hormones that causes your endometrium to build-up and then bleed can worsen endometriosis. Typically, the best thing to stop the pattern is CONTINUOUS birth control. In other words, taking hormones in a manner that does not create a cycle. You never have a period. But, you can also take HRT in a CONTINUOUS manner that does not create a cycle. So, as long as you don't have the cyclic action of hormones, you should be able to gain the benefits of HRT without aggravating your endometriosis. If you remove your uterus, you remove the source of endometriosis. In other words, no new endometriosis implants can form. But any microscopic endometriosis that remains will still respond to hormone cycles (and build up and bleed each month). You have absolutely NO "cancer danger" from endometriosis.

[@bonniebeenken9207]

Not sure if anyone else asked these questions, but assuming there are no adverse effects, is it okay to stay on HRT the rest of our lives? If yes, why do so many healthcare practitioners want their patients off HRT as soon as possible? As patients, how should we respond when our practioners begin to balk at our desire to continue HRT? Thanks for all you do to educate us, Dr. Taylor!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Hmmmm. You must not be watching my videos in order. I’m going to do a little begging: Please, please, go all the way back to Video 1 and watch them from the beginning. Here’s why: I’m an anal, neurotic, pedantic, perfectionistic surgeon. I put great time and energy into making sure I publish my videos in just the right order so that they are the most beneficial for you. There is absolutely nothing willy-nilly about the order. I guess you could say that my menopause series as akin to “Menopause University.” I start with Video #1, assuming you know absolutely nothing. And I do not mean that as an insult. The fact is, you don’t know what you don’t know. And, if you start at the beginning, you’ll be shocked at what you thought you knew, but don’t. These videos are like building blocks. Each video builds on the last. Think of it like this: If you didn’t know the alphabet, could you read? No. Well, if you don’t know the foundation on the topic of menopause, you can’t possibly make sense of it. So, first I teach you the alphabet and then I teach you how to read. Most women think they know the “alphabet” of menopause, but when they watch my videos in order, beginning with the very first one, they realize that the vast majority of what they thought they knew is misinformation. That’s why visits with your doctor can seem so unproductive and curt. You don’t speak the language of menopause. Your doctor doesn’t have time to teach you the alphabet, how to read, or how to speak the language. So, most of your time face-to-face with any professional is unfruitful. If you do watch my videos in order, you’ll get a real education. Then, you’ll discover that your doctor is so impressed that you can speak the language. And your appointments will be incredibly productive. You’ll know what you want and how to get it. You owe it to yourself to take advantage of the fact that I’m so organized. I leave nothing to chance with your menopause education. Why would you throw that away by jumping into the series in the middle or watching the videos out of order? It’s like jumping into a mini-series in the middle of it. It’s so much better if you watch from the beginning. I plan the videos 8 months before they air. I shoot then 4 months before they air, and I edit them 1 month before they air. That takes a lot of planning on my part, and you get the benefits of all that planning. Okay, that’s the end of my begging. I hope you give yourself what you deserve. If the videos cover the information too slowly (one each week, with over 1000 planned), you should go to my website (MenopauseTaylor.ME) to see the other resources I have available for you. My goal is to provide you with every educational option regardless of your timeline, learning style, or budget. So, if you need this education pronto, the best thing to do is attend my two-day seminar. If that's not your cup of tea, you can get the seminar on DVD. OR you can get my Menopause book. In videos 80 - 90. I covered the topic of The Estrogen Window. I led you through, video by video everything you need to know and addressed all the answers to your question. I don't know how anyone can succeed at managing her menopause well by darting around with no order. Please don't sabotage yourself by trying to do it that way.

[@MeimeiLovesmusic]

Menopause Taylor how do we get your book?

[@Enkeltulipan]

Hi from Stockholm, Dr. Barbie! I ask the same question as Rosemarie: But, how about us , who's windows have closed are we out of options??? Don't forget about us!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You're never put of options, Ulla. I'll give you options for everything in every category: Diet, Lifestyle, Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, Hormonal Medications, Non-Hormonal Medications, Acupuncture, & Hypnosis. Right now, I'm giving you the big picture on the things that you will need to consider as you choose options. What I won't do is jump around from topic to topic with no direction. I promise that this is a step-wise learning process. You can rest assured that I'll approach everything every which way. I'm sorry it's so slow. KZbin videos are designed for one nugget at a time. My seminar and book give you the whole picture all at once. Here, I deliver the information in baby steps. But, I'll never forget about you.

[@giftboutiq]

hi Dr. Barbie...I can tell you the EXACT moment that I felt Estrogen HRT was bad for me...or so I thought.....it was when I had to sign that paper in the gyno’s office...the waiver and release form which listed all the side effects of Estrogen/HRT . The fear of everything listed was like playing Russian roulette with my life! Misconceptions! You’re right...I watched tutorial #94....you stumped me on three. I’m making an appointment (wish you were here, I’d go to you) for my annual. I’ll be super educated now and walk in that office with KNOWLEDGE, CONFIDENCE and NO FEAR! Fear keeps us away from what’s good for us. Thanks so much Dr. Barbie!!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You are so right. Most of what women do is motivated by fear or misconceptions. It's such a shame. I think you can tell that knowledge replaces fear when you have an adequate, unbiased education. I alway say that everything has both benefits AND risks. Nothing is perfect. Your job is to weigh those benefits and risks as they pertain TO YOU. And the only way to do that is to have more than just fear. Unfortunately, fear is a very difficult thing to erase, no matter how unfounded it is.

[@denastrahm6867]

Do you think people are so scared about replacing estrogen because of the flawed WHI study? Most doctors refer to that study as well.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Yes! As a result of that completely wonky study, fear is what is running the world of menopause. It's a terrible shame that so many women's lives have been ruined as a result.

[@gayemarianesfox2405]

I have a question. Im expanding in middle which I know is from the lack of estrogen. I’m just beginning this journey and have my dr appt coming up soon. My question is this, once I start taking estrogen will my middle begin to shrink? I’ve never had a weight problem and am in good health.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Oh, I am so sorry for this tardy reply. The KZbin comments on my end are supposed to line up all the new ones so that I don’t have to search for them one-video-at-a-time. And most of the time, it works. But occasionally (as in this case), a comment doesn’t appear in the line-up. I apologize profusely for the delay. Every so often, I scan back through old videos to see if there are any I haven’t answered. And, I found this one! Menopause causes your metabolism to slow down ... waaaaay down. That alone causes you to gain weight at menopause. But that’s not all that happens. In addition to a slower metabolism, your body distributes fat differently. It packs it on in your midline ... in your abdomen. Even women who are not overweight will tell you that their waist isn’t as small as it used to be. That hourglass figure becomes boxy. And your fat cells produce a different kind of estrogen, called estrone, that is unhealthy. It increases your risk for heart attack. So, there are many forces working against that girly figure once you become post-menopausal. It takes much more to accomplish the same goals ... at a time when you’re more fatigued & more likely to hurt yourself. Just knowing this can make a huge difference in your expectations & approach. One of the biggest mistakes is dieting. You should eat more frequently not less frequently. And, of course, it’s the perfect time to adopt a cleaner, healthier way of eating. Your body is very smart. Its goal is survival. So, it adjusts your metabolism to accommodate how often you feed yourself. If you eat frequently, your body gobbles up the food because it knows it will get fed again soon. That's constitutes a fast metabolism. Eat breakfast! I can't tell you how many women LOSE weight simply by eating breakfast. Unfortunately, the vast majority skip breakfast. If you don't eat frequently, your body holds onto as much as it can as fat because it doesn't know when it will get fed again. That constitutes a slow metabolism. Fasting makes absolutely no sense at all. All it does is slow down your metabolism. That's the opposite of what you want. No diet that has a beginning and an end will do any good. The effects will be temporary ... just like the diet itself. The best thing you can do is to adopt eating habits that you can maintain forever. The weight gain issue is one of the biggest misconceptions about menopause. Think about it: All the years of your reproductive life, when you still have estrogen on board, you don't have a weight problem. But when you LOSE your estrogen, you gain weight. So, it's the loss of estrogen that is to blame. It's Mother Nature's fault. And it happens because loss of estrogen slows down your metabolism and causes you to deposit fat in your belly area. All the years of your reproductive life you had "bloating" due to temporary water weight that was a result of fluctuating hormones, most significant just before your period started. Now, in your post-menopausal life, you'll have actual weight gain that is due to permanent fat accumulation as a result of estrogen loss. Don't confuse bloating with weight gain. HRT cannot make you gain weight. Menopause itself can (and does). Women make the grave mistake of deciding to quit HRT because they blame it for their weight gain. It's completely backward. HRT will help you avoid weight gain, not contribute to it.

[@pipsqueakspartytime7965]

Hello Dr Barbie, Today-armed with my “Meno-education” provided by your tutorials, I visited a gyn to request bioidentical hrt. She didn’t know the term. She wanted to give me pills. I requested the patch to avoid the liver. She gave me the”lowest dose possible for the shortest time possible” speech. I got Vivelle Dot at .0375. She said give that a try and if the hot flashes don’t go away, we can bump it up. So... I’ll wait a week and then call and request .05 whether the hot flashes are gone or not. It is CRAZY that patients have to do this, but I am sooooo grateful for your tutorials because I was clueless before and would have trusted whatever a dr told me. THANK YOU again!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Laura, You are so welcome! I always tell women to have a consultation with me BEFORE approaching any professional. I will help you avoid all sorts of pitfalls. So, even though you're watching these videos, don't hesitate to schedule one. I can tell by what you wrote that you will definitely need my personal guidance sooner rather than later.

[@shannonlynnmomof3]

another great video!!

[@Kat-lq8sp]

Thank-you so much for your videos. I'm sitting here just a crying because I'm finally understanding the reality of hormone replacement. I've written you before regarding my hysterectomy. I had a hysterectomy last May 2017 at the age of 50. I knew I was peri-menopausal. I had night sweats, strange body-aches, etc.. I was placed on progesterone because it was low, my estrogen was WNL and told to take Vit D. Everything was manageable not to bad. I choose to take a bio-identical progestrone PO. I started a 150mg SR but that dose made so drowsy and had a headache everyday. I then tried 125mg, same thing plus constipation. So I quit using it. Well for the last couple of months, I have been feeling horrible. My joints hurt so bad, I know the words or thought I want to communicate but it comes out sounding like a 5yr old, my hair is falling out, I feel like a dried up prune etc.... I had my GYN do blood work and he tells me I'm I have I'm in menopause. My progesterone is

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Karen, All the options are still available to you. You're a NURSE! You understand trade-offs. Why in the world would you stay miserable and do nothing instead of getting this full education so that you will know exactly how to do whatever you want, and also how the consequences of each option? That's what my menopause education is all about. This notion that taking something is some form of weakness is just goofy, especially when there are life-threatening consequences of doing so. If you can, come to my seminar. If you can't get it on DVD. And you also need my book. These videos are great, but you need the whole picture NOW. It wi; take years to get the full education with one video a week. I hate the thought of you suffering needlessly.

[@smileygirl1742]

My GP started me on combi patch today but only 50 Micrograms estradiol hemihydrate. That’s not enough to prevent Alzheimer’s is it? Is it enough to stop the UTI’s, bladder incontinence, anxiety, insomnia and fatigue? These are the most crippling things at the moment. She said we have to start slow and work up.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

So, you have to manage YOUR menopause HER way?

[@smileygirl1742]

@@MenopauseTaylor I know :( but they won’t prescribe for Alzheimer’s, they are only focused on symptoms of menopause.

[@MsKaza64]

Well a BIG hello from Sydney Australia. I just want you to know how much I have learnt and how you have alleviated my fear about hrt. I am 53 and suffered with most of the 22 symptoms of menopause. But I thought well, this is a "natural " process and I should just suck it up. Well after a weekend marathon of watching your videos, I decided to go onto hrt. My Dr has prescribed me Estalis Continous Patch. I've Been on it for three days and you know what?............it's like night and day. Such is the difference especially with the hot flashes. But I have now learnt the long term benefits and for that I am greatfull. Have a Happy Easter. Regards Karen xx

[@ellemelbaus1129]

MsKaza64 hello from Melbourne! I'm 54 and have gone on Estalis Continuous 50/140 too after I discovered Dr Taylor on KZbin and watching her videos from day one. As I tell my female friends, as soon as I started on the patches I felt like the "old me".

[@karenmicallef22]

Elle MelbAus I know isnt great. What a difference its made. I am just saw happy that Dr Taylor has really taken the fear out of taking hrt.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Karen, Have you any idea how happy I am to hear that you feel so much better? That's the best gift I could get. I love knowing that this education is helping you make knowledgeable decisions about managing your menopause. You'll find that I cover all categories of things that can affect your menopause, So, keep watching. I'll teach all sorts of things about diet, exercise, and general health. Not a day will transpire when you don't use something you learned to make a decision about something in your life. Thank you so much for this comment.

[@MsKaza64]

Menopause Taylor I was so excited to hear from you. Your videos are well received here in Australia.....that's exciting, yes!!! Looking forward to the next informative video.😀

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I just love knowing that I can make things better for you in the Land of Aus! Did you know I lived in Noosa?

[@Bella-bb9rw]

Hi Barbie! Great information. I get a weird sensation in my veins when I use estrogen. Always have, it started when I was younger in my 20's when I was on birth control. And still now in my 50's even with bioidentical. It's a throbbing feeling mostly in my legs and fingers. Can you explain what causes that? Thank you.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Estrogen affects how soft your vessel walls are. Have you ever heard of "hardening of the arteries"? Well, that's what happens at menopause when we lose our estrogen. Why? Because estrogen keeps your artery walls soft and flexible. That means, you're going to feel the pressure in those vessels more easily. In most caes, this softening of the arterial walls is a good thing. It prevents heart attacks.

[@jennyc123]

I have the same wierd sensation in my veins too. It scares me. I am 53 and do not take any type of hormone replacement. I am afraid of all things created in a factory regarding pharmaceuticals. I don't know what to do because I refuse to take creams or pills, so by the sounds of it I am going to die soon.

[@amyong4677]

@@jennyc123 take flaxseed oil and epo.

[@cotavic]

All I can say is "THANK YOU" I'm so glad I came across your channel.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Claudia, I'm so glad you're here. Welcome aboard to "Menopause Taylor University." You'll find that if you start at the very first video (going by the number after each title), you'll understand absolutely everything. And you'll be shocked at what you didn't know, and delighted that you now do know. Each video builds on the last. It's just like school: You had to learn the alphabet before you could read. And nowadays, there are so many overwhelming misconceptions that women mistake as facts ... that you just don't know what you don't know. I respond to all comments here on KZbin daily. So, I will answer all your questions ... but I'll also know if you aren't watching the videos in order. (I'm like your mother. I have eyes in the back of my head!) And if you need me to help you tailor anything to your personal situation, you can schedule a one-on-one consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME any time.

[@cotavic]

@@MenopauseTaylor I was a little naughty (as you'll see and watched some random videos). I'm now in study mode and have watched the first few episodes in order. I could watch your channel all day!!!! It makes me so angry that I'm 45 and suffering and have no idea what's going on with my own body. I will make sure my daughters have all this information well before they go into this stage of their lives. Thanks again :)

[@MenopauseTaylor]

@@cotavic My dream is for all women to get this education in their 20s. It's what all women deserve. It's such a shame that most women know absolutely noting even after menopause hits them over the head like a ton of bricks. I am the only person on earth giving women an actual education on menopause. That's an even bigger shame.

[@cotavic]

@@MenopauseTaylor it really is a shame!!! I have already told so many friends about you and your channel. Thanks again for all they time you have put into educating us.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

@@cotavic You are so welcome, my dear. I absolutely love making these videos for you. This is my passion.

[@TLRyder591]

This is such a confusing subject. I see articles about Estrogen being prescribed to help reduce high blood pressure, and articles saying you should never take Estrogen to help with heart health. It's very hard to sort out for us laypeople.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

It's only confusing if you read articles written by people with an agenda, such as some product to sell. Nothing should be confusing. Everything should make sense. I promise you this: If you begin with the very first video and watch all my videos in order, you will understand absolutely everything. And you'll have the education to manage your menopause your way. I have no product to see you. I'm all about education. I present every option in every category: Diet, Lifestyle, Vitamins, Minerals, Botanicals, Herbs, Acupuncture, Hypnosis, Hormonal Medication, and Non-Hormonal Medications. YO DESERVE this education. Here it is! Take advantage of it. All you have to do is watch my videos in order. That little number after each title tells you the order. And, on my website, they are listed in order (menopauseTaylor.ME). I really want to help you. And I will erase your confusion. Most of the articles i see are written by non-medical people, with no credentials, who are trying to persuade you one way or the other. If you want this whole education in some other format or much more quickly than is possible on KZbin, I have a book and I give a two-day seminar. My goal is to provide every resource for every woman, regardless of her timeline, learning style, or budget. And I'll arm you with an education that you'll use for the rest of your life.

[@emanueladavini5243]

As a matter of fact I read and heard (from all naturopaths I know, for example) that we are supposed to live 120 years not 47 and we die sooner because we are polluted and intoxicated with medications and other harmful substances in creams food, air, cosmetics... I've also been told that estrogen and birth control pills are very bad guys... I wonder why there is so much confusion on the basis of HEALTH. I guess there are financial reasons and also psychological reason. I want to know the truth of facts. Even if I do not like it I prefer the truth.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Naturopaths do not have a medical education of any kind. They do not get courses on pharmacology, therapeutics, or anything in the arena of medications. So, they are not qualified to be telling that things are bad just because they do not fall within the armamentarium of the tools they use in their profession. Naturopaths do get a lot of education on diet. M.D.s get none. So, when it comes to diet, your Naturopath is a good resource. My goal is for you to know the educational limitations of the various professionals who are available for helping you manage your menopause. Most are NOT unbiased. And that alone creates all sorts of confusion and problems for you. You need to have a complete, unbiased education that you can use as you please. The very reason I make these videos is because I'm appalled at what I see on the Internet and on KZbin. There are so many people with no credibility at all giving you inaccurate information and scaring you. You can be absolutely sure that I will always tell you the truth. I have absolutely nothing to gain by how you choose to manage your menopause. I cover all categories of options, including Diet, Exercise, Lifestyle, Vitamins, Minerals, Botanicals, Herbs, Acupuncture, Hypnosis, Hormonal Medication, and Non-Hormonal Medications. And I present them all with enthusiasm. Unfortunately, I'm the only person who doesn't try to scare you away from some things and coerce you into buying others. Everything, absolutely everything has both advantages AND disadvantages, benefits AND risks. Your job is to learn the fact, tailor them to YOU, and make decisions that are best for YOU. That's what my education is all about.

[@emanueladavini5243]

Thank you Dr. Taylor I have been on youtube since 2009. At first I was explorating and youtube was a folk platform with short videos of dancing cats and girls doing their make up. With time it has become an on-demand-tv where you can find precious info (like yours) and also conferences of very interesting professionals....unfortunately you can find misleading and scaring contents too. Identifying reliable sources is key. What orrifies me are social network users who shortly describe their health situation -I have seen it happening in facebook groups!- and get a prescription online... or get advice to stop their medication!! I am so very happy today I've got the chance to book a skype consultation with a doctor like you in Huston, but I do not think it is ethical to advice people you do not get to know better because, as you said, absolutely everything has both advantages AND disadvantages, benefits AND risks. For me there are two scaring phenomenons on the social nets: 1) uncritical imitation of somebody else's habits (nutrition, fitness and menopause above all!!) 2) narcissistic personalities acting like gurus who look for followers at any cost. Both situations are dangerous, I think, for our health and well being. I am not saying anything you don't already know, but thank you for this community, I also learn lot reading the comments of other women and your reply under your videos: isolation kills! And misinformation can kill too.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You are correct on all counts. I think you've learned how to decipher the credible from the non-credible KZbinrs. It is definitely a platform that is unusual, but highly accessible.

[@nuriacruzgarcia2154]

Barby I have more beli for pre menopausia what can i do?

[@MenopauseTaylor]

This is something that requires a consultation so that I can tailor everything specifically to YOU. You can schedule a consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I do them all via video conferencing, so it doesn't matter where you live.

[@mwil9132]

It's nice to see you in your doctor whites:)

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Ha! It's a rare sight!

[@smileygirl1742]

Why do whales go through menopause though? Why did Mother Nature decide for them to live longer?

[@MenopauseTaylor]

For Pilot Whales, and Killer Whales, menopause is a necessary phase for the survival of the species. For humans and other animals, it is not.

[@smileygirl1742]

@@MenopauseTaylor Cool!

[@RobinSentell]

What was I bathed in in utero if I am a fraternal twin with a male? (I am female.)

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Sex hormones do not become active in babies or children until puberty.

[@monikaganymede6956]

Isn't it more comfortable to die of a heart attack than brest cancer? Just wondering...

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Are you kidding me? Most women do not die of breast cancer. It's a very curable disease. AND you can find it very early just by doing your monthly breast check and getting your annual mammograms. Heart attack is routinely fatal. And your quality of life after a heart attack is severely compromised. There's not contest here.

[@angelmuscledoc]

Dr Barbie. Another Excellent video👏

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Hello, my dear. I'm so happy to know you're still being such a great student!

[@TheHelenhunter]

I'm not so sure that my hot flashes won't kill me 😆

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Ha! You have a point.

[@Shellbee22]

You’d have to ask the estrogen question to your fellow colleagues…because some do promote just progesterone…again to many Drs saying to many different things

[@michellewilson1221]

You definitely make me think about HRT... so much good information every video. You have a wonderful gift of teaching!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I love teaching. I hope you can see the joy it gives me. Knowing that I can still make a difference in people's lives (even though I am not able to do surgery and run a practice anymore) gives me great joy. Thank you so much for being such a stellar student.

[@mollyrauber9400]

I want to take HRT..but its been 17 yrs since menopause. I just dont know what to do. Im one that wont be happy at 90. My dr jept telling me not to take HRT and it was bad for me. What to do??? Im 64

[@luannwarren228]

I’m 55 and had suffered severe hot flashes. They were as embarrassing as they were uncomfortable. I also began gaining weight. I was depressed and fatigued and had ZERO libido. My doc first put me on Effexor to treat the symptoms. I had a hysterectomy when I was in my 30’s due to precancerous paps. My ovaries no longer show up on ultrasound. The Effexor stopped working after several months. At MY request, my doc prescribed Premarin 0.625 and told me to stop the Effexor. I had horrible. I mean horrible withdrawal symptoms stopping the Effexor and nearly had a breakdown! That’s another story, but long story short I weaned myself off. After two weeks on the Premarin, my hot flashes stopped as did many other symptoms ,,, except the weight gain. In your opinion, is the dosage of Premarin I am taking safe? And do you have any recommendations for the weight gain. I’m otherwise healthy. I weight 160 currently, which is about 12 lbs over my normal weight. Thanks for your videos. I’m working through them!

[@jannellg2132]

Thank you for this video! I’ve watched hours and hours of your videos, but not all my friends have that amount of time to gain understanding.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Well, I'm giving a two-day seminar that covers the entire education (even more than you've gotten thus far in this video series) on September 22 & 23 in Houston, Texas. It's the entire eduction in just two days. (I say, "Give me two days of your time and I will give you a lifetime.) Go to MenopauseTaylor.ME to register. It's the last seminar I'll be giving, so do it. There's a discount for groups of 4. Just make it a girl's weekend and plan for your future. I promise I won't disappoint you. We'll work through the entire worksheet, tailoring everything to each woman. You'll leave with a toolkit of information you'll use every day for the rest of your life.

[@yingmarriott1117]

Hi Barbie, today is my second day on HRT(estalis patch--50/140), can I still daily eat pumpkin seeds and drink soy milk? Is it going to be too much Estrogen in my body?

[@janicemillican9754]

Dr. Barbie, thank you for so carefully dissecting this topic. You make it so easy to understand. You're the best!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I love doing this for you. Thank you for making such good use of it.

[@txstephy]

Awesome. Everything makes sense. I have a totally different question though. Estrogen will help with heart disease. However, how do you feel about statins if you have high cholesterol to also help with heart disease? I have heard different “facts” about statins and have not taken even though dr’s push me to.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Everything in medicine involves weighing the benefits against the risks. It's how you decide whether to use a medication or to get surgery. There is no medication without risks. And they all have some benefit for something. No two patients are alike. So, the "weight" of the benefits and risks are different for every person. Another factor that you have to take into account is human behavior and your own behavior. And that's because there are many things you can do to lower your cholesterol that have no risks at all. But they require you to change your lifestyle. And, unfortunately, most people don't want to do that. So, here are the facts: The very best thing you can do to lower your cholesterol is to eat a 100& plant-based diet. That means, become a vegan. It means eating absolutely that comes from an animal. Nothing with a face or a mother. (Please don't hate me.) The problem is that most people don't want to hear that. And they certainly don't want to do that. But is the most effective solution. If you want to read about this, here are some references: How Not To Die, by Michael Greger, M.D. The China Study, by T. Colin Campbell, PhD. Whole, by T. Colin Campbell, PhD. Statins will help lower your cholesterol. The also have side effects. You could adopt a vegan diet and see how much it lowers your cholesterol, then get your cholesterol studies again, and see if you still need to consider statins. But, be honest with yourself. If you know there's no way you're going to be vegan, don't waste your time. And don't lose sight of your goals. Your goal is tp prevent a heart attack. Do what you have to do to accomplish your goal.

[@txstephy]

Thank you so VERY much for the insight. You know, my 26 year old daughter is Vegan and has been for 3 years now. She has told me to do this. I am pretty much vegetarian as I like eggs and cheese mostly but do not care for meat at all. Thank you!!!!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Your daughter is waaaaay ahead of most people. Follow her lead. Dairy is the worst thing in our diet. You'll see videos on it coming up (Videos 109 - 116). Video 112 will be abut nothing but dairy. Watch it with your daughter when it airs.

[@yolieb5627]

Is a endometrial biopsy necessary to start on a patch for estrogen?

[@MenopauseTaylor]

No. An endometrial biopsy is part of an evaluation for unexpected or abnormal bleeding.

[@yolieb5627]

@@MenopauseTaylor Thank you

[@petrapiciacchia2456]

Awesome video. Had a question on ratio between estrogen & progesterone. Currently I'm on Estradot 25 & Micronized Progesterone 100mg. When I increase my Estradot to 50 or 100 what ratio increase ( if any?) should the Progesterone be increased. Thx your devoted follower.

[@tnt01]

Has the progesterone been making you tired?

[@petrapiciacchia2456]

X2Y2 hard to say, but I'm sleeping better.

[@tnt01]

@Petra Piciacchia I figured it out and it is the progesterone not the estrogen that is turning me into a zombie. I'm in a fog the whole day. I'm waiting it out, but it's so horrible.

[@yvett37]

Thank goodness for you videos I’m learning to manage my menopause I love you ❤️

[@MazalKriefBenamor]

Please contact me if you can I really want to know if I should continue with my bio denticle hormones I do feel good I sleep good at night I love you does great in my bones feel better and not cranky like it was before so thank you for your information I would love to hear back from you if you

[@christinehoffman1825]

😀😀😀

[@Gypsyxo0127]

I had a consult with you and you said all I needed was a standard script of birth control pills: estrogen/progesterone. I was so overwhelmed I forgot to ask...why do I need progesterone if I don't have a uterus? I had a total hysterectomy at 47. Im 53 now. I'm still watching your videos, backtracked, started over because there's so many. I have PCOS, Insulin Resistance and have put on so much weight I'm miserable in spite of being active, vegan/plantbased diet.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I cannot continue consultations in any comment box. As you discovered in your consultation, everything MUST be tailored specifically to YOU, weighing all YOUR particulars. So only a follow-up consultation can address this, my dear.

[@juliewestron5260]

Wow wow great video What if you don’t have months to get through videos thanks

[@sophieoliver2715]

Brilliant video. So glad this is out in the world, helped me see it differently. Question for you: I’m 43, have various symptoms - insomnia/disturbed sleep, racing heart, sensitive digestion, can’t drink alcohol, interesting memory, periods shortened and changing frequency, had hot flashes not so much now, do I start taking estrogen now or wait until menopause? I’ve not watched enough of your videos yet, you say to start in the window 5-10yrs after menopause… much Love 💗

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Sophie, This is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.

[@janicemeighan1847]

I’ve been on HRT for 2 years and felt fine on Estrogen but the Progesterone was causing me to feel unwell. Tried adjusting different ways of taking it but still felt unwell. One year ago I was diagnosed with Silent Acid Reflux. Recently I’ve read several medical studies linking HRT to GERD, Acid Reflux, Silent Reflux. Long term, these can create esophagus cancers and this is a cancer dramatically on the rise. So, how can one take HRT when experiencing GERD, Silent Reflux? And I’m on a low acid high fibre diet, because it’s better and the PPI meds were awful. Once I stopped the HRT, specifically the progesterone, the reflux and problems with my digestion and tongue have started to calm down. So, there are other things to consider and the increase of esophagus cancers.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

This is precisely the kind of thing that warrants a consultation, which you can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. There are definitely ways to meet your needs, and I will tailor them all specifically to YOU. I do them all online.

[@karmilkm]

I'm not sure if you will see this or not, I have just started watching your videos. They have been very helpful in understanding menopause, which can be confusing. I'm 54 my first treatment of menopause was the pellet which made me extremely high in testosterone. I pretty much had all the symptoms like cystic acne, hair loss, behavior changes such as aggression and agitation. It was a nightmare and when I expressed my concerns and explained my symptoms I was told it was me, it was my fault because I had PTSD. It was not the fact they gave me a pellet full of testosterone. My next doctor put me on DHEA, progesterone and no estrogen. I recently asked for it because I have almost all of the symptoms of low estrogen. I was put on bi-est compounded cream. Which I have just learned from you that it's no good. I have an appointment tomorrow and boy is it going to be interesting! Thank you for all you do, it's very much appreciated. I wish the medical field would recognize the importance of an estrogen deficiency as it does any other deficiency and would treat it accordingly. It really is an injustice to women!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Welcome aboard to "Menopause Taylor University." You'll find that if you start at the very first video (going by the number after each title), you'll understand absolutely everything. You'll be shocked at what you didn't know, and delighted that now you do know. Each video builds on the last. It's just like school: You had to learn the alphabet before you could read. And nowadays, there are so many overwhelming misconceptions that women mistake as facts ... that you just don't know what you don't know. I respond to all comments here on KZbin daily. So, I will answer all your questions ... but I'll also know if you aren't watching the videos in order. (I'm like your mother. I have eyes in the back of my head!) And if you need me to help you tailor anything to your personal situation, you can schedule a one-on-one consultation at MenopauseTaylor.ME any time. I do them all online. Your question is precisely the kind of thing for which I do one-on-one consultations. You definitely need one. I cannot tailor things specifically to you in a comment box. It requires much more information than you can give me here, and you deserve much more information than I can give you here. No two women are alike, and addressing your situation requires tailoring all the facts specifically to YOU. I do them all via online video conferencing. You can schedule at MenopauseTaylor.ME. I look forward to meeting you and helping you.

[@merrieyogini9659]

Great video!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I'm glad yo liked it. I love your name!

[@theoneandonlypinkypinky8245]

I was especially eager to watch this one! My hubby had found an article about the Progesterone in combination with Estrogen causes breast cancer not Estrogen. Though I have bene on Estrogen for a short time I love it and I hate the Progesterone! I had seen all of these woman with videos on youtube saying how Progesterone makes them feel great! I hate it just hate it! My hubby and I watch you together and you are answering all of his questions! Women that focus on hot flashes annoy me greatly! I used to run a ladies gym and they always wanted the air con on even if it was winter! ! Looking forward to talking to you but more so just listening and learning.It seems the medical community is programming women to freak out over hot flashes. It annoys the mess out of me! We are all so fortunate to have you as a teacher

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Thank you for appreciating me so. I love the way you see how distorted the majority of the information out there is.

[@theoneandonlypinkypinky8245]

@@MenopauseTaylor Well you are a great teacher for one the other reasons is I am big on truth. I used to run a rape support group and the denial the entire society has about rape sickens me and I am not one to care about feel god stuff if it is not true! Anyone who listens to you has to want the truth and the sad part is not everybody does!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

True. Unfortunately, many people prefer ignorance.

[@MeimeiLovesmusic]

So are we NOT suppose to take progesterone with estrogen??? I can’t believe we cannot get the answer!

[@jeanetteraichel8299]

Why does medical professionals think it's wrong to give a hormone we've lived all our lives with, and usually healthy lives, when menopause hits. I'm all for getting them ASAP. The symptoms of surgical menopause are brutal, but the diseases are far worse...give me some estrogen

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Exactly! You take hormone replacement for life with every other hormone deficiency: insulin, thyroid hormone, etc. Why in the world would be any different for estrogen?

[@Lolxoxoxo]

Cancer caused by synthetic hormones have been proven over and over . And yes, men do go on testosterone because they suffer also.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You have some misinformation, my dear. I thin you have fallen prey to people pushing compounded hormones.

[@Lolxoxoxo]

@@MenopauseTaylor you removed my reply WOW

[@MenopauseTaylor]

@@Lolxoxoxo I don't know how to "remove your reply."

[@Julia-xf5ps]

So my comment is from now 2023!! I’ve watched all of your videos over the years!! This topic makes me want to reflect….thank yiu

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Just think about how much you've learned here at Menopause University!

[@Shellbee22]

But at 57 I ll definitely be going on something

[@junefrew1753]

Dear Doctor Taylor I am 66 years old I have been going through Menopause for 15 years with the hot flashes all this time .......I had a hysterectomy 6 years ago for Uterine Cancer ....I was told by my GP that I couldn’t have any hormone replacement because of having this type of cancer .....I did get urinary tract infections a lot so my GP suggested vaginal Ovestin Creme which has stopped UTI ....My question is am i able to use some Estrogen products if only food based such as Soy since I don’t have Ovaries, Uterus & only part Cervix.....in the last month the hot flashes have all but gone .....I really feel that I would like to be able to use Estrogen for the other health benefits. Thank you for your time June Frew

[@MenopauseTaylor]

This depends on the histology of your uterine cancer, In other words, the pathology report. It designates the type of cell that became cancerous. You have to address this with your doctor. No one else can tell you if phytoestrogens are safe for you. Phytoestrogens are much weaker than human or pharmaceutical estrogen. I covered this in videos 25, 26, 27, 28, and 29.

[@rihardisty]

Hello Miss Taylor. I had tears earlier hearing all this for the first time via Hot and Flashy's website. I am Canadian living in Edmonton Alberta and cannot find a doctor here that will prescribe me estrogen. I have been off estrogen and progesterone for a year and I am miserable. I started HRT when I was 49. I am 59 years old. It's frustrating. I made up my mind that I wanted to stay on estrogen forever; but, my present doctor and a gynecologist, in the same clinic, didn't want to be blamed if I developed breast cancer. So my family doctor referred me to another Gynecologist; but the appointment was cancelled due to COVID-19. My spidey senses tell me that the appointment with the Gynecologist would have been in vain anyway. I'm frustrated.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Rachel, You should schedule a consultation with me. I will help you navigate the medical system and school you in how to get what you want. There is so much more to this than you could ever imagine. But you do need the tools with which to avoid burning your bridges. That's what you'll get from me. Please go to MenopauseTaylor.ME to schedule. You needn't be miserable.

[@thefunctionalfarmacista7790]

Thank you for the education, once again! I am so relieved and happy to start HRT next week, via pellets. And it is interesting, it is not hot flashes that bother me...it IS my heart...with the palpitations that rarely accompany a hot flash. I am a healthy person with normal blood pressure ...110/70. But it is not the same anymore, for me....since menopause, at least. (Ps I do plan to see a cardiologist to rule out any heart issues).

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You're wise to see a cardiologist. But just know that palpitations are a tell-tale symptoms of menopause. I love educating you.

[@joni4taz]

I was having palpitations about 4 years ago, and my internist put a Holter monitor on me. Why in the heck didn't she tell me this was a symptom of menopause? Ugh...

[@thefunctionalfarmacista7790]

joni4taz well probably just to be safe...because, I imagine it may not be 100% a symptom of menopause. It is a disturbing symptom for me. I did not sign up for menopause...😂 I suppose I should be happy I am alive. 🌸

[@joni4taz]

Ann Phillips Amen to that. The Holter monitor didn't show anything abnormal for me so that was good. Hang in there! We WILL get through this challenging time of our lives.

[@thefunctionalfarmacista7790]

joni4taz 🌺😄...ps...now I want a holter monitor...just to know.

[@zamev]

How about uterine cancer? Even taking estrogen with progesterone the lining of the uterus fills with blood and if you're under the continuous regimen then that lining is constantly full. I used the Combipatch and when I stopped after I started spotting I bled like for 10 days! That's how much blood I had in my lining and if I didn't stop that would've meant that blood would've stayed there for as long as I used the patch and according to what you told us in the video that speaks about cancers, it's having a lining that has blood constantly what gives uterine cancer but you wouldn't go into detail here about uterine cancer. Please make a video talking specifically about uterine cancer and why those who have a uterus wouldn't be freaking out in fear for uterine cancer.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

My dear, your understanding of this is completely wrong. It's so wrong that I cannot even begin to help you with it here in this comment box. Please consider scheduling a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME, because you really deserve to understand all the facts AND to have them al tailored specifically to YOU. And I can do all that in a consultation. I do them all via video. I will be giving you an entire unit on uterine cancer. It consists of 20 videos beginning on September 20, 2022 and ending on January 31, 2023. (I've already shot all those videos. I'm working on the Ovarian Cancer unit that will begin in June 2024.)

[@katireijonen]

I find it very interesting, that, given they must live without the essential hormone estrogen for almost half their lives, women live longer than men. Also, while in the US heart disease is the nr 1 killer, globally its cancer. There is a lot of obesity in the US. Could this be the reason? Also, in the Western world the diet is not always that healthy (lacking phyto-estrogens), people dont exercise enough, they stress too much (the stress hormone cortisol eats estrogen) etc. Menopause is a very complex thing because there is also the spiritual aspect to it - accepting age and making peace with it.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Everything you say is true. Menopause is definitely a enigma. And it's also THE most neglected topic on our planet, despite the fact that half of the world's population spends half of their lives in the state of menopause. That's why I'm giving you this education. It's what you deserve. What you do with the information is entirely up to you.

[@spalmer8398]

Ok, I found out I'm post menopausal in March of this year and we worked it out that I have been since early in 2019. My obgyn put me on a estrogen patch and progesterone tabs. My biggest symptom is hot flashes that are controlling my life now and I truly feel that one of these hot flash times I'm going to have a heart attack because I get so hot it feels like I have actual flames shooting out of the top of my head. I've had them for the past 2 years and my dr was certain that the estrogen would slow them down or stop them. Since being on estrogen and progesterone the hot flashes have slowed but are still so bad, happening way too many times a day and night. Can't sleep at night due to them. Ok, I get what your saying about not focusing of them but on diseases. I get it. But, I for one don't want to live to be 80-90 years old. No thank you, I've watched my grandmothers and mother live that old and I don't want it, nope no way. I know that may sound crazy to you, but I've never expected I'll live that long anyway. I'm a smoker a heavy smoker who has smoked since my teens, I'm now 56 and nope I'm not quiting. So, back to my question. My obgyn put me on progesterone because I only had a partial hysterectomy and we discussed this and that I don't have a uterus. Now I've learned that progesterone is only given with estrogen to prevent uterine cancer????? So, if I'm hearing you correctly, I don't need to take progesterone at all? Correct??

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You do not need progesterone at all if you do not have a uterus. And if you'd like mu personal help in making sure you know EVERYTHING necessary to get things right & have it all tailored specifically to YOU, just schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME.

[@Shellbee22]

But again Dr a lot of Dr think they have “the facts” too

[@elsagrace3893]

It’s so weird to me that I don’t know of any older woman who has died of a heart attack. Alzheimer’s yes, broken hip, yes. I don’t know that many people I guess.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

It doesn't matter what you've seen in your own social circle. That does not substitute for statistics.

[@Shellbee22]

No hot flashes here but definitely going to go on something soon !

[@mytreasuredcreations]

What about uterine cancer? Could I just replace estrogen naturally with foods like flaxseeds and soy? Could that be enough to forsake chemical HRT?

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Oh my. All I can say is that you definitely NEED to have a consultation with me to learn al the facts. Then, you can manage your menopause any way you please. And I'll help you manage it any way you please. But, based on what you wrote, you do not have enough of an education to even begin making any decisions. And that's precisely the kind of thing I am trying to prevent by giving you this education. PLEASE, please schedule a consultation with me at MenopauseTaylor.ME. It's the only way I can give you the education you deserve AND tailor it all specifically to YOU.

[@carmensinisterra3458]

She's an angel!

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You are so very kind, my dear. Thank you.

[@darlenehayward8109]

Hello Again, I'm confused, so now that I'm all excited about estrogen and how it benefits me and I want to run to my provider and demand a script, you say that I've missed the bus or in your words the window of opportunity. How can something that's good for you turn on you with a few years and how is this evidence based? Can't my body get used to it again?

[@MenopauseTaylor]

Darlene, That's the thing. Your estrogen does not turn on you any more than a man's testosterone turns on him. If you watch these videos in order, you will learn everything you need to know. Whatever you do, thought, DO NOT run to your doctor without having a consultation with me first. I will prevent you from making every mistake in the book. I will arm you with all the information you need, help you weigh your benefits and risks, and school you in how to navigate the medical system in order to get what you want. There are more pitfalls than you can possibly imagine. And, if you go to your doctor before having a consultation, you could burn your bridges without even knowing it. You do not need any labs before having a consultation with me. All you need to do for scheduling is go to MenopauseTaylor.ME.

[@JohannasSkinCare]

Hi ! I got a ‘pellet ‘ injected into my butt cheek today. I’m so excited to start feeling better. I actually felt like I was dying until I started watching your videos. Went & got a blood test & was in desperate need. You’re a lifesaver. A true angel. I love you SO MUCH THANK YOU! 🙏

[@MenopauseTaylor]

You are welcome. What kind of "pellet" is it?

[@JohannasSkinCare]

Menopause Taylor it was implanted into my butt cheek. I’ll find out the exact name when the doctors office opens and I will let you know. It’s a combo of testosterone and estrogen and then I take progesterone before bed in a pill form.

[@MenopauseTaylor]

It's probably called "BioTE," which is a combination of estrogen and testosterone. It's promoted by professionals in the alternative and complementary community. And it's a real fad right now.

[@JohannasSkinCare]

Menopause Taylor yes I recognize that name! What do you think of that brand?

[@MenopauseTaylor]

I think it's a great marketing ploy that is working. That doesn't mean that its bad. But it certainly isn't necessarily good, either. I mean, how can there be "one pellet for all"? And if you don't like the side effects of the pellets, you're stuck with them for 4 months! In ay case, now that you've had them implanted, the best thing to do is to monitor how you feel & go from there. If you can have a consultation with me before your 4 moths is up, I'll educate you about everything rather than just pushing a specific product or management style on you. Go to MenopauseTaylor.ME to schedule if you wish to do so.