Women's Health

Information about HRT and health issues in women

FDA issues class-wide labeling changes for testosterone products

Feb 28

https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-issues-class-wide-labeling-changes-testosterone-products [2/28/2025] Today, FDA informed sponsors of testosterone products about new labeling changes following the agency’s review of...

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Novel therapeutic avenues for kisspeptin

Feb 17

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Novel therapeutic avenues for kisspeptin (2022) Jovanna Tsoutsoukia, Ali Abbarab, and Waljit Dhillo Abstract Kisspeptin is a hypothalamic neuropeptide that acts via the hypothalamus to stimulate hypothalamic gonadotrophin-releasing hormone...

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5 PROVEN Ways to Fix Low Libido Fast

Feb 14

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In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler discuss the causes of low libido in men, how it affects relationships, and what can be done to regain sexual desire and confidence Chapters: 00:35 The Psychological Impact of Low Libido Dr...

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Cold Therapy for Pain Relief and General Health

Feb 04

Interesting report for chronic fatigue syndrome: https://www.healthrising.org/blog/2024/11/26/cold-exposure-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-fibromyalgia-long-covid/ __________________ Cold therapy, also known as cryotherapy, has shown promising...

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Mitochondrial Mastery: Supplements, Exercise & Longevity Insights

Jan 23

From my neck of the woods. Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky is a world-renowned expert in mitochondrial health, muscle function, and ageing science. As a clinician-scientist at McMaster University, he has dedicated his career to understanding how...

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Hormonal approaches for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

Jan 12

Fig. 1 Mechanism of onset of rheumatoid arthritis * Hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone have been shown to impact immune function and have anti-inflammatory properties, suggesting their involvement in the development...

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Depression — Advanced Treatments for Treatment-Resistant Depression

Jan 10

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In this third episode of a four-part Double Take video miniseries on depression from the New England Journal of Medicine, Drs. Sanacora, Nikayin, and Cristancho discuss the role neuroplasticity may play in the pathogenesis of depression and the...

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A Critical Look at Modern Psychiatry with Dr. David Healy

Dec 02

In this thought-provoking episode of the Carlat Psychiatry Podcast, Dr. Chris Aiken sits down with Dr. David Healy, a renowned psychopharmacologist, to discuss the current state of psychiatric medications and their impact on clinical practice...

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High Protein Cookie Recipe

Nov 14

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Title: Welcome to My Kitchen [00:00 - 00:34] Introduction Hey everyone, welcome to my kitchen! If you're anything like me, this is the part of your house where you spend a lot of your time. I'm constantly in here meal prepping, and I think I’ve...

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Testosterone Q&A | Dr Louise Newson- Women's HRT Doctor in the UK

Nov 10

In her latest Instagram Live, Dr Louise Newson answers questions about testosterone. Introduction Today, I’ll be discussing testosterone. Although I’ve already covered this topic in a previous Instagram Live, which is available on my YouTube...

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Sexual Dysfunction Associated with Psychiatric Illness and Treatment

Nov 09

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Primary Sexual Dysfunctions and Sexual Dysfunction Associated with Psychiatric Illness and Treatment Introduction to the Session Welcome, My name is Joe Ceremelli, and I oversee Grand Rounds for the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral...

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Antidepressants’ effects on testosterone and estrogens

Oct 31

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Abstract Various antidepressants are commonly used to treat depression and anxiety disorders, and sex differences have been identified in their efficacy and side effects. Steroids, such as estrogens and testosterone, both in the periphery and...

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TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038