{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Thyroid Mystery Solved: Hashimoto's and Hypothyroidism Revealed","title":"110 Demystifying Hormones for Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Jim Hrncir (Part 2)","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/5f84562e\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3749,"description":"The Investigation\nWomen experience a range of physical and emotional changes when they enter the perimenopause stage. These symptoms vary greatly from person to person and may include: \n Hot flashes\nNight sweats\nLow libido\nIncreased anxiety\nNot sleeping well\nLow energy\nWeight gain\nMenstrual cycle irregularities\nCyclical headaches or migraines\nMood swings\nMemory loss \nBrain fog\nVaginal dryness\nUrinary tract infections \nHair thinning\nFor a lot of women, they hold the false belief that this is something they have to suffer through. There are treatment options out there but with conflicting reports and information, it can be a challenge to figure out the right one. This confusion and fear is another reason that so many women resign themselves to just suffering through this period of their life. \nIn  episode 96 of Health Mysteries Solved, we spoke with Dr. Jim Hrncir about this issue. The response I got from that episode was fantastic but I could see that there were more questions too. So, I decided to invite Dr. Hrncir back to dive deeper into these questions around the safety and efficacy of compounding bioidentical hormones for treating the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. \n \nAn Advocate and Expert in Compounding Bioidentical Hormones\nDr. Jim Hrncir is a hormone expert and compounding pharmacist. In fact, he’s one of the pioneers of modern pharmaceutical compounding. Jim is responsible for the formulation of many bioidentical hormones, as well as dermatological, nutritional, and anti-aging compounds available throughout the US. And, he’s one of the driving forces taking on big pharma (and congress) to clear the path for the use of bioidentical hormones in the US. \nHe’s passionate about what bioidentical hormones can do for women’s health; not just in reducing symptoms but in supporting optimal health. \n \nThe Benefits of Compounded Bioidentical Hormones (Beyond Reducing Menopause Symptoms)\nWhile most women turn to bioidentical hormones to help them deal with...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/9ZbRr0xzgu8-YRnig2AcyeY_Nu_m2EBquTr83LV8K2g/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ4NTg5LzE3MTE1/NjQxMDktYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}