The Imperfects Dr Louise Newson - It's Hormones. Period.
May 25, 2025
Dr. Louise Newson, a GP and menopause expert, dives into the world of hormones, shedding light on their profound impact on women's health throughout life. She explains the differences between natural and synthetic hormones and their effects on conditions like PMS and post-natal depression. Louise emphasizes the importance of hormone replacement therapy and advocates for better education and individualized care. The conversation also touches on the historical context of women's health and the necessity for women to reclaim their narrative in hormonal discussions.
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Hormones are chemical messengers
- Hormones are chemical messengers affecting every cell in the body, working not in isolation but in coordination.
- Estradiol, progesterone, and testosterone impact many body functions beyond reproduction, explaining fluctuating symptoms.
Daughter's severe PMDD story
- Louise Newson shared her daughter's severe PMDD experience causing inability to function for days every month.
- Supplementing with natural hormones drastically improved her daughter's wellbeing.
PMDD tragic case
- A woman with severe PMDD once killed someone during symptomatic days and felt remorse after her period started.
- Hormonal ignorance contributed to her tragic life sentence, reflecting widespread invisibility of hormonal issues.