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EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 46 MIN

83. Progesterone and Hormone Balance: What Is Often Overlooked in Hormone Therapy | HRT University®

from The HRT University® Podcast · host Nico Misleh

In this episode, Nico Misleh explores the significance of progesterone, often overlooked in discussions about hormones. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between progesterone and estrogen, the misconceptions surrounding hormonal terminology, and the clinical implications of these misunderstandings. Misleh advocates for a more comprehensive approach to hormone replacement therapy (HRT), highlighting the benefits of bioidentical progesterone over synthetic progestins. He calls for a movement to reclaim the narrative around hormonal health, ensuring that both practitioners and patients are educated about the true nature and benefits of hormones.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Progesterone01:30 The Importance of Progesterone02:59 Understanding Hormonal Relationships05:56 Estrogen vs. Progesterone Dynamics09:20 Progesterone's Role in Metabolism11:43 Misunderstandings in Hormonal Terminology15:15 The Distinction Between Progesterone and Progestins19:50 The Clinical Implications of Hormonal Confusion23:57 The Broader Impact of Progesterone29:09 Progesterone Beyond Reproductive Health32:34 The Misconception of Progesterone Necessity35:44 The Dangers of Progestins39:39 Reclaiming Hormone Replacement Therapy43:37 The Future of Hormonal HealthFor practitioners who want to confidently grow their practice with guidance in TRT, HRT, and business strategy, find us below:- Nico's Daily Newsletter: ⁠⁠https://nicomislenp.kit.com/8050eeea5f⁠⁠(yes, it's daily... and yes, people stay subscribed)- Join HRT University: https://bit.ly/4twBb0D- Join the HRT University Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1179376819949373/?ref=share&_rdr

In this episode, Nico Misleh explores the significance of progesterone, often overlooked in discussions about hormones. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between progesterone and estrogen, the misconceptions surrounding hormonal terminology, and the clinical implications of these misunderstandings. Misleh advocates for a more comprehensive approach to hormone replacement therapy (HRT), highlighting the benefits of bioidentical progesterone over synthetic progestins. He calls for a movement to reclaim the narrative around hormonal health, ensuring that both practitioners and patients are educated about the true nature and benefits of hormones.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Progesterone01:30 The Importance of Progesterone02:59 Understanding Hormonal Relationships05:56 Estrogen vs. Progesterone Dynamics09:20 Progesterone's Role in Metabolism11:43 Misunderstandings in Hormonal Terminology15:15 The Distinction Between Progesterone and Progestins19:50 The Clinical Implications of Hormonal Confusion23:57 The Broader Impact of Progesterone29:09 Progesterone Beyond Reproductive Health32:34 The Misconception of Progesterone Necessity35:44 The Dangers of Progestins39:39 Reclaiming Hormone Replacement Therapy43:37 The Future of Hormonal HealthFor practitioners who want to confidently grow their practice with guidance in TRT, HRT, and business strategy, find us below:- Nico's Daily Newsletter: ⁠⁠https://nicomislenp.kit.com/8050eeea5f⁠⁠(yes, it's daily... and yes, people stay subscribed)- Join HRT University: https://bit.ly/4twBb0D- Join the HRT University Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1179376819949373/?ref=share&_rdr

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