7/31/2025
20:35
E119 | Why Your Hormones Aren't Working
Hormone therapy is a powerful tool for menopausal women, but many still experience exhaustion and don't feel like themselves even after starting HRT. Today, Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Lindsey Van Schoyck shares why this disconnect happens. Hormones don't operate in isolation—they work within a complex system affected by inflammation, detoxification pathways, gut health, and stress levels and today you'll get to learn all about that and so much more! 👇
• Inflammation can make hormone receptors less sensitive, preventing effective hormone signaling
• Detoxification pathways determine whether estrogen is properly metabolized or becomes problematic
• Estrogen dominance can occur even on HRT if progesterone is inadequate or cortisol is stealing resources
• Thyroid function is closely linked to estrogen levels and may need additional support
• Gut health plays a crucial role in hormone metabolism through the estrobolome
• Chronic stress creates a sympathetic dominant state that prioritizes survival over healing
• Unresolved trauma and people-pleasing behaviors can block hormone effectiveness
• Basic foundations like sleep, balanced meals, stress management, and joyful movement are essential
If you're struggling with hormone therapy not working and want support from providers who look at the whole picture, we've got you covered. Book a chat and let's see what's up.
