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EP 109: Bioidentical Hormones, Compounded, Synthetic: Whats The Difference?

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Confession #109: Compounding is the creation of a pharmaceutical preparation In this conversation, Dr. Shawn Tassone, a holistic gynecologist, discusses the complexities surrounding bioidentical hormones and compounding pharmacies. He clarifies the differences between bioidentical and compounded hormones, emphasizing the importance of understanding their roles in hormone therapy. Dr. Tassone also addresses regulatory challenges, misconceptions about …

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EP 108: Evaluating Menopause Content: Hubris, Allopathy, and The Grifters

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Confession #108: There are scammer doctors out there In this conversation, Dr. Shawn Tassone, a holistic gynecologist, discusses various aspects of women’s health, particularly focusing on menopause and hormone therapy. He critiques the work of Dr. Jen Gunter, addressing misconceptions about menopause and hormonal treatments. Dr. Tassone emphasizes the importance of evaluating the credibility of …

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EP 107: THE HORMONE PROJECT: ADVOCATE AND EDUCATE

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Confession #107: I’m starting something called The Hormone Project In this episode, Dr. Shawn Tassone introduces the Hormone Project, a new initiative aimed at educating women about hormonal health. He discusses the need for reliable information in the face of misinformation and the role of influencers in promoting hormonal products. The project will offer a …

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EP 106: Perimenopause with Dr Mariza Snyder

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Confession #106: Most women are being denied hormone replacement therapy In this episode, Dr. Shawn Tassone interviews Mariza Snyder about her experience with perimenopause and the challenges she faced. Mariza shares her journey of dealing with hormone issues, overtraining, and a brain injury, which led to a decline in her hormone levels. She discusses the …

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EP 93: Perimenopause – The Power and The Peril

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In this episode, Dr. Shawn Tassone discusses perimenopause and the symptoms associated with it. He highlights the issue of marketing and selling products related to perimenopause by celebrities and predatory companies. Dr. Tassone explains that perimenopause is not a disease but a time period around menopause, and it is characterized by a range of symptoms. …

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EP 92: The Hormone Bill of Rights

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Dr. Shawn Tassone discusses the patient’s hormone bill of rights and what patients should expect from their healthcare providers. He covers topics such as confidentiality, informed consent, access to medical records, pain treatment, and the right to refuse medical treatments. Dr. Tassone emphasizes the importance of patient advocacy and empowerment in healthcare decisions. Episode Highlights …

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EP 90: Metformin, Berberine, Dihydroberberine: Which One Is Best?

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In this episode Dr. Shawn Tassone discusses the use of metformin, berberine, and dihydroberberine for weight loss in women, particularly those in perimenopause and menopause. He explains that while GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Monjaro are effective for weight loss, some women may prefer to try metformin, berberine, or dihydroberberine due to concerns or fear …

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EP 88: Progesterone and Progesterone Scams: What You Need To Know

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In this episode, Dr. Shawn Tassone discusses the misleading claims and false information surrounding hormone creams, specifically wild yam cream. He highlights the lack of regulation in the cosmetic industry and the dangers of using products that are not FDA-approved. Dr. Tassone also emphasizes the importance of reading labels and avoiding products that claim to …

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EP 87: Bioidentical vs Synthetic Hormones: What, How and Why

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In this episode, Dr. Shawn Tassone discusses the difference between synthetic and bioidentical hormones. He explains that bioidentical hormones are structurally similar to the body’s hormones, while synthetic hormones are structurally different. He also delves into the history of hormone replacement therapy, including the use of pregnant mare’s urine and the marketing of Premarin. He …

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