In this Mini Motivation episode of Healthy Her, Amelia Phillips is joined by Sydney GP and menopause expert Dr Ceri Cashell to tackle the practical side of HRT, from getting the right therapeutic dose to knowing how long to give it before deciding whether it’s making a difference. If you’ve started hormone replacement therapy (HRT), also known as menopause hormone therapy (MHT), you might be wondering: How do I know if it’s actually working?
Together, Amelia and Dr Ceri discuss some of the most common challenges women experience when starting oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone, as well as the simple mistakes that can mean you’re not getting the full benefit from your treatment.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The most common challenges women experience when starting HRT
- Practical tips for getting the most out of oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone
- How to make sure you’re using your HRT correctly and consistently
- How long it can take before you start noticing improvements
- Common HRT mistakes that could affect how well your treatment works
- Why your HRT may need adjusting over time
- The signs that it’s time to go back to your doctor for a review rather than simply pushing through
If you’re already taking HRT, considering starting, or wondering whether your current treatment is working as well as it could, this episode will help you feel more informed about the practicalities of getting the most from your treatment.
About the guest:
Dr Ceri Cashell is a Sydney GP and co-founder of Healthy Hormones, Australia's leading evidence-based menopause education platform. A passionate speaker and advocate, she brings curiosity, compassion and a touch of comedy on her mission to create true gender equity in healthcare: educating both women and the clinicians who care for them. Instead of a midlife crisis, her team put menopause on the world stage at the Sydney Opera House, redefining the conversation for women everywhere.
Healthy Hormones website: www.healthyhormones.au
Get the app: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/healthy-hormones/id6749656733?l=en-GB
Dr Ceri Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcericashell/?hl=en
About the host:
Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.
Instagram: @_amelia_phillips
Have a question? Email: ap@ameliaphillips.com.au
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CREDITS
Host: Amelia Phillips
Guest: Dr Ceri Cashell
Audio Producer: Darren Roth
Music: Matt Nicholich
Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd
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