Well with Arielle Lorre 408: Hormones Decoded: Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone & Beyond with Dr. Erika Schwartz
Sep 3, 2025
Dr. Erika Schwartz, a pioneer in bio-identical hormones, unpacks the intricate world of hormonal health. She explores the vital roles of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone in energy, mood, and longevity. Listeners learn about the impact of lifestyle on hormones and when to consider hormone replacement therapy. Erika also sheds light on managing PCOS and emphasizes the importance of tailored treatments. With insights on hydration and supplement benefits, this discussion provides clarity for optimizing well-being through informed hormonal management.
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How A Personal Turn Changed Her Career
- Dr. Erika Schwartz discovered bioidentical hormones after personally using a compounded formulation and feeling like herself again within weeks.
- That experience led her to develop protocols and write The Hormone Solution, changing her career focus to hormone-based preventive care.
Why The WHI Misled Millions
- The Women's Health Initiative used non-bioidentical hormones and a poor study population, so its blanket conclusions harmed millions of women.
- This misinterpretation halted appropriate hormone use despite later clarifications from the investigators.
Experience Beats Social Media Expertise
- Many self-appointed hormone 'experts' lack clinical experience, and social media popularity doesn't equal competence.
- True hormone care requires decades of practice and individualized assessment, not one-size-fits-all protocols.
