A Deep Dive Into Optimizing HRT with Dr. Greg Brannon
Dr. Greg Brannon utilizes hormone replacement therapy to help females in perimenopause and menopause experience a smoother transition. We discussed what hormone replacement therapy is, how long therapy is used, hormone testing, and the comparison between cortisol and sex hormones. We heavily focused on testosterone too, which is the hormone responsible for countless roles in the male and female body.
WHAT WE DISCUSSED:
[6:10]- Dr. Brannon’s story and what led him to hormone replacement therapy.
[10:39]- Comparing synthetic and bioidentical hormone derivatives.
[15:30]- How have optimal levels of testosterone shifted to adopt the “normal” but unhealthy levels of testosterone seen in males and females nowadays?
[21:27]- What are the best tests for hormone health?
[24:32]- What is impairing the body’s ability to synthesize and secrete testosterone in healthy amounts?
[33:00]- How does Dr. Brannon use bioidentical pellets in his practice, Optimal Bio?
[40:45]- Can a female who has had reproductive cancer use hormone replacement therapy?
[44:28]- What is the common standard of care for hormone imbalances?
[48:18]- Is it cortisol or sex hormones that are contributing to high morning blood sugar?
[57:02]- How long does one use hormone replacement therapy for?
[57:31]- Where does Dr. Brannon practice?
[1:00:36]- Final thoughts from Dr. Brannon.
FOR MORE INFORMATION FROM DR. GREG BRANNON:
Website: https://optimalbio.com/
Instagram: @gregbrannonmd
YouTube: Clock Talk with Dr. Greg Brannon
