I did my own study. I was given only 5 years to live 23 years ago at the age of 42 because of my genetic cardiac markers. So after open heart surgery at 42, I started taking bio identical hormones. Now at 65, I tried going off of the hormones because of a thickened lining. My hormone doctor had me on topical progesterone, and I’ve learned from Steve that I should be taking oral progesterone to prevent a thickened lining. Anyway, I know that estrogen has kept me alive despite my cardiac risk factors because for one thing, I’ve lived 18 years longer than 3 cardiologists said I would. And, when I went off of the estrogen my blood pressure spiked up to 197/99. Once I went back on the estrogen, it dropped down to 125/78. Another thing my experiment showed me was that without the estrogen, my blood pressure stayed high all day and throughout the night, but on the estrogen it fluctuates during the day and is low at night. So there is no question in my mind that the estrogen has helped my cardiovascular system.
@@betterlifeclinic4066 Hi betterlifeclinic, I was using 100 mg twice a day from day 15 to 28. There are quite a few hormone doctors who say that the topical is not effective for keeping the lining thin. That’s been the case for me; but my friend uses the same amount that I did everyday, and she’s never had her lining get too thick. So despite what the various doctors say, I think we are all different, and what works for one of us won’t necessarily work for someone else. It’s so confusing. So for now, I’m going to switch to the oral progesterone and hopefully that will solve my issue. Take care
This is great information, now if that could spread around the world. More woman wouldn’t suffer. There is still a lot of hesitation about HRT. Many still believe it causes cancer, sadly.
@veronicaalta9462 Many do believe "hormones cause cancer." That's entirely on the Women's Health Initiative or, more precisely, the misinterpretation of the WHI. Here's a video that explains more about what the WHI says . . . and doesn't say: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-IG92Vs5UABY.html
A few years ago I read the WHI study since I thought I may be heading into menopause. I couldn't believe how misleading the headlines were about it when it was published vs what the study actually showed. How did the authors not come forward and clarify their (vast) limitations with that study? How have they been able to sleep at night given that a whole generation of women have been curtailed from receiving HRT because of it. Thankfully, I found a doctor who actually read that crappy paper, too. Now at 54, on the lowest dose of estradiol transdermal patch + 100mg of progesterone, and feeling amazing. Just wish that paper would be retracted already.. 🙄
@circa1890 The Women's Health Initiative remains the largest clinical trial ever conducted. But there were apparently some ulterior motives. Dr. Avrum Bluming's book, Estrogen Matters goes into a lot of the political intrigue and head scratching behavior of the researchers who headed up the WHI. Even though the WHI has had a profound influence on the thinking about hormones and menopause, most providers just take at face value the conclusion, "Hormones cause breast cancer!" They fail to even read the study results, which are eye-opening. Good for you that you've pushed through the confusion and found a real menopause solution!
Other medical literature shows that human identical estradiol given orally in a 2mg dose reverses plaque, therefore improving and preventing coronary artery disease and dementia. This incredible benefit, along with reversing osteoporosis is an excellent reason to review your dose and mode of administration of estradiol. The first pass through the liver is what gives estradiol its incredible restorative benefits.
@laureenrigg Yes! And estradiol given earlier in menopause is better at reducing plaque than waiting 5, 10 or more years, giving heart disease time to develop.
Thank you so much for these videos. May I ask please for a list of the names of all the micronized progesterones? I’m going to the doctors this month and need to know. Thanks 🙏
The most common brand name of oral micronized progesterone is Prometrium. There are also generic versions available in the US. I believe the generic is relatively inexpensive. In the UK and some EU countries, the brand name is Ulrogestan. There's also compounded micronized progesterone, which allows more customized doses and can be compounded without peanut oil.
In the WHI, Provera was used in the estrogen+progestin group as the progestin, where the breast cancer risk was shown to be elevated. Is this considered a true risk in 2024? Unfortunately this is what I am prescribed with an estrogen gel. I am scared to start it. Even though I specifically asked for micronised progesterone, I got the Provera prescription.
I’m in perimenopause and want to take an estradiol transdermal patch along with oral micronized progesterone. I have been told that because I’m 40, I’ll need more estrogen than is available in the form I prefer. I’ve also been told that insurance will not cover it. Is there anyone who would prescribe me an estradiol patch that I could double up on? Like, couldn’t I just wear two patches if that form of estrogen works for me? And is there not a way to code it so that my insurance WOULD cover it? I can’t believe my only option is the birth control pill…
This is from my experience, so ... talk with your provider!... I live in the US and use GoodRx for my patches as it is cheaper than using my insurance, without insurance hassles. Of course you will still need perscriptions. Guessing ahead of time on the dose you will need is not useful as the dose is what will alleviate symptoms and differs from person to person. Plus, I believe, patch doses are lower because the body processes patches differently than oral. Best of luck to you.
I have read that taking oral estradiol sublingually eliminates the risk of blood clots because it is does not go through first pass absorption by the liver. Is this a good way to take it ?
Hey Steve. My father was diagnosed with osteoporosis at age 40. Should I be concerned about this for me? I’ve been having peri symptoms and am wondering if someone like me should be on HRT to reduce my chances of getting osteoporosis.
@natasha09179 That’s really young for osteoporosis. My first thought is, “Has he taken steroids like prednisone for many years?” Osteoporosis is something we should all be aware of, especially women in menopause with less-than-optimal estradiol levels.
Here’s another video I posted about osteoporosis Osteopenia and Osteoporosis | Rethinking Calcium for Bones ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Ha4BMjWaNMs.html
Hello. I'm 41 and struggling with my moods and anxiety bad. I'm starting eand p and t.. will estradiol help? My e level never go past 90. I'm not sure the levels for e
@marycarver7092 Estradiol and progesterone are very likely to help anxiety, for most women. Progesterone is especially helpful, although some women have a progesterone intolerance. An optimal estradiol level to shoot for, according to providers I work with, is around 100pg/ml. That's sometimes difficult to get to because of side effects. If you can't get there, then 60-80pg/ml might be OK.
