Hormone Replacement Therapy For Women | Dr. Kelly Ruef - 565

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Kelly Ruef about female hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Dr. Ruef is a licensed naturopathic doctor who completed her medical education at the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon. We discuss the different types of HRT available, including estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, and how they can be used to alleviate symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and mood swings. Dr. Ruef also shares her insights on the risks and benefits of HRT, as well as the potential side effects and long-term effects on overall health. We touch on the controversies surrounding HRT and address common misconceptions about its safety and efficacy. Whether you are considering HRT or simply want to learn more about this topic, this conversation offers a wealth of information and practical advice for women of all ages. Dr. Ruef would like to add that overall lifetime exposure to estrogen can affect breast cancer risk, thus providers need to use caution with estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) dosing. Also, the way in which a woman metabolizes her estrogen can affect her breast cancer risk, thus some providers find it helpful to measure phase 1 and 2 estrogen metabolites using the DUTCH Test. You can check out her presentation on the estrogen metabolism patterns that can increase breast cancer risk here: https://dutchtest.com/video/elevated-4-oh-and-breast-cancer-risk/ This tool can be helpful for people to find a provider who uses DUTCH Testing if they are in the US or Canada: https://dutchtest.com/find-a-dutch-provider/ International patients can call our lab (503) 687-2050 or email [email protected] to get a list of providers who use DUTCH Testing in their area. SPONSORED BY TESTART FAMILY LAWYERS Website: www.testartfamilylawyers.com.au  DR. KELLY RUEFF Website: www.dutchtest.com/meet_our_experts  APOLLO NEURO WEARABLE DISCOUNT https://bit.ly/RollApollo  TIFFANEE COOK Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/rollwiththepunches/ Website: www.rollwiththepunches.com.au LinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/in/tiffaneecook/ Facebook:  www.facebook.com/rollwiththepunchespodcast/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/rollwiththepunches_podcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/tiffaneeandcoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.