The Truth About HRT And The Menopause

Welcome to our channel @FunctionalWellnessCollege where we delve deep into topics that matter most to women's health and hormones.
Today, we're unravelling the mysteries surrounding Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and menopause and opening up the truth about HRT and the menopause
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life, but it often comes with a slew of symptoms that can disrupt daily life. From hot flashes to mood swings, the challenges can be daunting. This is where Hormone Replacement Therapy enters the picture, offering relief for many women.
But what exactly is HRT? How does it work? And what are its potential benefits and risks?
Join us as we navigate through the latest research and expert insights to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of this controversial therapy.
We'll address common misconceptions and issues with the ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach which is followed by many GP’s and high profile individuals including Dr. Louise Newson and Davina McCall. We, at Functional Wellness, believe in looking at the whole person, the individual. We look discuss your gut, your diet, your stress levels and support those who are struggling through menopause.
We’ll shed light on the concerns surrounding the overprescribing of oestrogen and the recommendations of high levels, which many women struggle with. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about your health.
Whether you're approaching menopause, in the midst of it, or supporting a loved one through this journey, this video is for you. Stay tuned as we uncover the truth about HRT and menopause.
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[@anitacooke3069]

Finally someone telling the truth about HRT. I m in menopause and got diagnosed with low testosterone. So they put me on hrt hormones bi est compounded with testosterone troches and 100mg of bio identical progesterone ( took progesterone in the evening to supposedly help me sleep) and after a few days started to feel awful. Like I felt right before my period before menopause!! I stopped taking all of them and started to feel better after a couple of days. Be very careful about hormone replacement therapy!!!!

[@Himmiefan]

If the body changes hormone levels over time, should we really be messing with that? Lifestyle changes are better.

[@FunctionalWellnessCollege]

It’s a good question. Our approach is to support the body through hormone transitions with food, nutrition and lifestyle and we provide education on HRT options available for those who wish to go down that path.

[@alysonhamill7406]

I became very oestrogen dominant I went from a size 8 to 12, hair loss, mood swings, depression, it was awful. I have Crohn’s disease and no joke it got so bad when I started HRT and within about 6 months I just felt horrible way worse than I did before I started it, my doctor upped the dose every time I said i felt worse, my bowel perforated and I now have a stoma. I can’t say for sure it was definitely the HRT, I have had Crohn’s 20 years, but I did say to my consultant i don’t know these symptoms and this level of bloating etc, he obviously specialises in Crohn’s and wasn’t sure if HRT was making things worse. I’m a year post surgery, I’ve now raised liver markers and insulin resistance. And still dealing with the effects. Another issue was my breasts, the pain was horrendous and they tripled In size. I never even wore a bra before HRT, I was told oh that weight gain and breast size is menopause and just getting older. 😡 I wish I’d never started it. I believed that Louise etc knew best and it a was going to be of great benefit 😢

[@FunctionalWellnessCollege]

I’m so sorry to read your experiences. We see this a lot in our clinic with oestrogen being recommended and increased. Our clinic has blogs and free information Www.hormone-wellness.co.uk

[@PrimeVect]

Nice 🥰