Hormone Replacement Therapy with Dr. Marcia Harris: Rational Wellness Podcast 419

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Dr. Marcia Harris discusses Hormone Replacement Therapy with Dr. Ben Weitz.

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Podcast Highlights

Reevaluating Hormone Replacement Therapy with Dr. Marcia Harris

 

In this episode of the Rational Wellness Podcast, hosted by Dr. Ben Weitz, the topic of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is explored with Dr. Marcia Harris, an expert who moved from practicing allopathic medicine to focusing on wellness and preventative care. The conversation delves into the historical context and criticisms of the Women's Health Initiative study, which initially created widespread fear around HRT in 2002. Dr. Harris discusses the benefits of bioidentical hormones, issues with synthetic hormones, and details her preference for hormone delivery methods like pellets and oral progesterone. She also shares insights on testosterone for women, and the significance of maintaining an optimal hormonal balance for overall health. The episode concludes with Dr. Harris emphasizing the necessity of hormone therapy for quality of life and debunking prevalent myths about menopause and HRT.

 

00:00 Introduction to the Rational Wellness Podcast

00:26 History and Controversy of Hormone Replacement Therapy

03:30 Dr. Marcia Harris: Journey to a Cash Practice

03:44 Challenges with Insurance and Medical Practice

08:19 Personal Experience with Hormone Therapy

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