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The Role of Hormone Therapy in Improving Quality of Life
27:46 - 34:00 (06:13)
Hormone therapy, specifically estrogen and sometimes progesterone, can improve the quality of life for women experiencing common symptoms of menopause, without needing to completely eliminate all symptoms. It can also protect against osteoporosis by maintaining bone density.
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Menopause marks the end of estrogen’s contribution to our bone mass.
27:46 - 29:00 (01:13)
Summary
Menopause marks the end of estrogen’s contribution to our bone mass. We can prevent osteoporosis by incorporating a healthy diet, regular weight-bearing exercise, and adequate vitamin D.
ChapterThe Role of Hormone Therapy in Improving Quality of Life
EpisodeThe Menopause Manifesto | Jen Gunter
PodcastTED Talks Daily
Menopausal hormone therapy can improve quality of life by controlling symptoms such as vaginal dryness, hot flushes, and night sweats.
29:01 - 31:47 (02:46)
Summary
Menopausal hormone therapy can improve quality of life by controlling symptoms such as vaginal dryness, hot flushes, and night sweats. It can even help with mild depression.
ChapterThe Role of Hormone Therapy in Improving Quality of Life
EpisodeThe Menopause Manifesto | Jen Gunter
PodcastTED Talks Daily
Hormone therapy can greatly improve the quality of life for women who are not diabetic, hypertensive, or have cardiovascular disease.
31:47 - 34:00 (02:12)
Summary
Hormone therapy can greatly improve the quality of life for women who are not diabetic, hypertensive, or have cardiovascular disease. The use of FDA approved treatments, such as pharmaceutical estrogen, can also ensure the therapy is safe and effective.