Episode 71

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Published on:

12th Jun 2024

Owning Our Sexual Desire Part 3 (Hormone Replacement) with Dr. Jenn Simmons

Hey everyone! It's Sharla Snow here, and welcome back to another episode of "Master Your Marriage." Today, we're diving into an important topic with our special guest, Dr. Jenn Simmons. Dr. Jenn is an integrative oncologist, author, and the founder of Real Health MD. She's here to talk about perimenopause, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and the truth about their connection to breast cancer. Trust me, you don't want to miss this one!

Dr. Jenn shares her journey from being a top breast cancer surgeon to starting Real Health MD. We discuss the often-overlooked symptoms of perimenopause and the impact of hormone deficiencies on our health. I also share my personal experience with these symptoms and how HRT transformed my life. Dr. Jenn debunks the myths around HRT and breast cancer and explains how to find a hormone-literate physician.

This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice for anyone dealing with hormonal changes. Dr. Jenn explains the benefits of HRT and the importance of addressing hormone deficiencies early. Don't miss out on this empowering conversation!

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction

00:20 - Meet Dr. Jenn Simmons

01:00 - Dr. Jenn’s Journey

03:00 - Perimenopause Symptoms

06:20 - Estrogen and HRT

10:00 - Sharla’s Personal Experience

13:40 - Debunking HRT Myths

16:00 - Finding a Hormone-Literate Doctor

18:20 - Safe Practices for HRT

21:00 - Long-Term Health Impact

25:00 - Closing and How to Connect

Links Mentioned:


Real Health MD (https://www.realhealthmd.com/)

Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keeping-abreast-with-dr-jenn/id1697193398)

Dr. Jenn Simmons on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-simmons-md-16198389/)

The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer - Book (https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Womans-Guide-Breast-Cancer/dp/B0D38MNWBK)


#marriage #menopause #hormonehealth #breastcancer #womenshealth #holistichealth

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