Estrogen Part 1 – Must-Know Elements of Estrogen for Both Woman and Men

Today begins part 1 of my 3-part series on estrogen.I believe estrogen to be a very misunderstood hormone in the body, which is why I decided to use this platform to break down the finer points of estrogen, not only for women but for men as well.2:30 - Estrogen basics in women4:12 - Estrogen, bone density and PTH’s (parathyroid hormone’s) interplay5:05 - How estrogen is made in men6:18 - The aromatase gene (CYP19)7:07 - Effects of high and low estrogen in men10:16 - The 3 main estrogens and the pros, cons and limitations within the various testing methods14:35 - SHGB (sex hormone-binding globulin)19:42 - Estrogen metabolites (2-, 4-, and 16-Hydroxyestrones) and the value of knowing your levels