Simone engages in an enlightening conversation with Matt and Kara from Rise HRT, exploring the critical role of hormones in overall health. They explore the importance of functional medicine and how it differs from traditional approaches to hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Matt shares his personal journey, highlighting the impact of family health issues on his career path, while Kara discusses her transition from corporate finance to functional health. Together, they emphasise the significance of addressing root causes of hormonal imbalances, such as gut health and stress, rather than merely treating symptoms. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Functional Medicine Approach: RISE HRT emphasises a functional medicine approach, focusing on identifying and addressing the root causes of hormonal imbalances rather than merely treating symptoms. This includes comprehensive blood work and lifestyle assessments to understand each patient's unique health situation.

2. Importance of Hormone Balance: Maintaining hormone levels within a natural range is crucial for overall health. Overdosing on hormones, particularly testosterone in women, can lead to adverse effects such as androgen dominance, which can cause conditions like PCOS and insulin resistance.

3. Personal Experiences Drive Passion: Both Matt and Kara share personal health journeys that motivated them to pursue functional medicine. Their experiences with hormonal issues and family health challenges have fueled their commitment to helping others achieve better health outcomes.

4. Risks of Traditional Hormone Replacement Therapy: Traditional hormone replacement therapies, such as pellet therapy, often involve administering high doses of hormones without proper monitoring, which can lead to imbalances and health risks. RISE HRT advocates for minimal effective dosing and regular follow-ups to adjust treatment as needed.

5. Role of Nutrition and Lifestyle: Nutrition and lifestyle factors play a significant role in hormone health. Chronic stress, poor diet, and lack of proper detoxification can exacerbate hormonal imbalances, highlighting the need for a holistic approach to health that includes dietary and lifestyle modifications alongside hormone therapy.

BEST MOMENTS

"The human body wasn't made for 2024. It was made thousands of years ago for caveman times." 

"We shouldn't be having women have this major fear of testosterone and estrogen because outside of things I mentioned, there's also bone and muscle degradation from lack of these hormones."

"I realised like no one knows this, like no one knows that managing their stress can prevent some of this very severe illness." 

"The number one thing that differentiates our facility from other facilities is the functional medicine aspect." 

"It's much easier to find a scapegoat like hormone therapy to put the blame on." 

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