Dr. Felice Gersh, a board-certified OB GYN and integrative medicine physician, enlightens us on the pivotal role of estradiol in maintaining metabolic and immune processes. She debunks misconceptions about natural estrogen and its impact on breast cancer, explores the complexities of hormone-positive tumors, and advocates for a plant-based diet and phytoestrogens to support estrogen receptors. The podcast emphasizes the importance of natural hormone rhythms, challenges the use of contraceptives for menstrual irregularities, and discusses individualized hormone therapy approaches for women's health.

Dr. Felice Gersh, an expert on women's hormones, discusses menopause, heart health, and hormone replacement therapy. They explore the impact of hormonal changes on cardiovascular risks, the use of oral contraceptives, metabolic health in menopause, and proactive strategies for supporting the body during this transition. Topics include the role of estradiol, timing of hormone replacement therapy, risks related to circadian rhythm disruption, arterial changes, cholesterol dynamics, gut health, and cardiac wellness.

Dr. Felice Gersh, a women's health physician, and host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, dive into the physiology and evolutionary benefits of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). They discuss the causes and types of PCOS affecting women, including the role of adrenals, metabolic factors, and improving treatment plans. The episode is split into two parts due to the extensive exploration of PCOS.