I have to share something important with you today.

In this solo episode, I'm breaking down the groundbreaking FDA meeting that finally addressed removing the black box warning on estradiol and estriol—a warning that was based on a fatally flawed study and has kept 85% of menopausal women from getting the treatment you desperately need.

But here's what's really frustrating: even as the FDA moves toward sanity, we're seeing a civil war in women's healthcare. On one side, you have evidence-based physicians like me fighting for your rights to hormone therapy. On the other? Licensed practitioners certified by the Menopause Society who are STILL pushing the lie that estradiol only helps hot flashes and night sweats.

I don't hold back in this episode as I walk you through the Women's Health Initiative—the study that scared an entire generation of women. I show you how researchers manipulated data, used "relative risk" to create fear (dementia risk "doubled" from 1% to 1.8%—seriously?), and completely ignored the fact that they studied unhealthy 63-year-old women on horse urine hormones, not the bioidentical estradiol and estriol.

I also break down the game-changing study of 10 MILLION women that proved topical estradiol and bioidentical progesterone actually REDUCE your risk of dying from all causes—even in women over 65.

Here's what you'll learn:

Why the Women's Health Initiative was designed to fail (and how they manipulated the data)

- The difference between "relative risk" and "absolute risk" (this will change how you read studies forever)

- Why observational studies are just as valid as randomized controlled trials - How topical estradiol completely eliminates stroke and heart attack risk

- Why every woman deserves access to bioidentical hormone therapy—not just the "lucky few"

- The real science showing estradiol PROTECTS against breast cancer, heart disease, and dementia

If you're tired of being dismissed about your hormone health and ready to understand the real science behind estradiol therapy, this episode is for you.

It's not all in your head, and you deserve better than what you've been told.

Links:

- Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/

- FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec

- Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

- Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/

- Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/

- Produced by Evolved Podcasting: https://www.evolvedpodcasting.com/

Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:

- Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/

Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

I have to share something important with you today.

In this solo episode, I'm breaking down the groundbreaking FDA meeting that finally addressed removing the black box warning on estradiol and estriol—a warning that was based on a fatally flawed study and has kept 85% of menopausal women from getting the treatment you desperately need.

But here's what's really frustrating: even as the FDA moves toward sanity, we're seeing a civil war in women's healthcare. On one side, you have evidence-based physicians like me fighting for your rights to hormone therapy. On the other? Licensed practitioners certified by the Menopause Society who are STILL pushing the lie that estradiol only helps hot flashes and night sweats.

I don't hold back in this episode as I walk you through the Women's Health Initiative—the study that scared an entire generation of women. I show you how researchers manipulated data, used "relative risk" to create fear (dementia risk "doubled" from 1% to 1.8%—seriously?), and completely ignored the fact that they studied unhealthy 63-year-old women on horse urine hormones.

I also break down the game-changing study of 10 MILLION women that proved topical estradiol and bioidentical progesterone actually REDUCE your risk of dying from all causes—even in women over 65.

Here's what you'll learn:

Why the Women's Health Initiative was designed to fail (and how they manipulated the data)

- The difference between "relative risk" and "absolute risk" (this will change how you read studies forever)

- Why observational studies are just as valid as randomized controlled trials

- How topical estradiol completely eliminates stroke and heart attack risk

- Why every woman deserves access to bioidentical hormone therapy—not just the "lucky few"

- The real science showing estradiol PROTECTS against breast cancer, heart disease, and dementia

If you're tired of being dismissed about your hormone health and ready to understand the real science behind estradiol therapy, this episode is for you.

It's not all in your head, and you deserve better than what you've been told.

Links:

- Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/

- FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec

- Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

- Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/

- Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/

- Produced by Evolved Podcasting: https://www.evolvedpodcasting.com/

Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:

- Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/

Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

In this myth-busting episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray tackles the three biggest lies about menopause that are sabotaging your health and happiness. If you've been told that weight gain is "inevitable," that you just have to "tough out" your symptoms, or that hormone therapy is "dangerous," this episode will set the record straight once and for all.

Dr. Betty reveals the shocking truth: that 5-10% metabolism decrease everyone talks about? It's NOT a life sentence. Those debilitating symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, and mood swings? They're NOT something you have to live with. And hormone replacement therapy? It's actually one of the most PROTECTIVE things you can do for your long-term health.

From the real science behind why you're gaining belly fat (hint: it's not just calories in, calories out) to the landmark 2023 studies showing why women over 40 need up to 50 grams of protein at breakfast, Dr. Betty breaks down exactly what your changing body needs to thrive—not just survive.

Plus, she tackles the outdated Women's Health Initiative study that has terrorized women for over 20 years and shares the latest research showing hormone therapy actually REDUCES your risk of heart attack, stroke, dementia, and osteoporosis when started during the menopause transition.

The 3 Myths Debunked:

-Weight gain during perimenopause is inevitable

-Menopausal symptoms are "normal" and you just have to live with them

-Hormone replacement therapy is dangerous and should be avoided

What You'll Learn:

-Why you need 30-50 grams of protein at your first meal (backed by 2023 research)

-The fiber trick that reduces belly fat in midlife women

-How box breathing (used by Navy SEALs) can lower cortisol and improve digestion

-Why 50% of women are undertreated when doctors only use symptoms to dose hormones

-The real truth about bioidentical hormone therapy and long-term health protection

If you're ready to stop believing the lies and start advocating for yourself, this episode gives you the science and strategies to feel amazing—not just "okay"—during your menopause journey.

Links:

Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/

FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec

Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/

Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: https://www.evolvedpodcasting.com/

Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:

Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/

Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

In this myth-busting episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray tackles the three biggest lies about menopause that are sabotaging your health and happiness. If you've been told that weight gain is "inevitable," that you just have to "tough out" your symptoms, or that hormone therapy is "dangerous," this episode will set the record straight once and for all.

Dr. Betty reveals the shocking truth: that 5-10% metabolism decrease everyone talks about? It's NOT a life sentence. Those debilitating symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, and mood swings? They're NOT something you have to live with. And hormone replacement therapy? It's actually one of the most PROTECTIVE things you can do for your long-term health.

From the real science behind why you're gaining belly fat (hint: it's not just calories in, calories out) to the landmark 2023 studies showing why women over 40 need up to 50 grams of protein at breakfast, Dr. Betty breaks down exactly what your changing body needs to thrive—not just survive.

Plus, she tackles the outdated Women's Health Initiative study that has terrorized women for over 20 years and shares the latest research showing hormone therapy actually REDUCES your risk of heart attack, stroke, dementia, and osteoporosis when started during the menopause transition.

The 3 Myths Debunked:

-Weight gain during perimenopause is inevitable

-Menopausal symptoms are "normal" and you just have to live with them

-Hormone replacement therapy is dangerous and should be avoided

What You'll Learn:

-Why you need 30-50 grams of protein at your first meal (backed by 2023 research)

-The fiber trick that reduces belly fat in midlife women

-How box breathing (used by Navy SEALs) can lower cortisol and improve digestion

-Why 50% of women are undertreated when doctors only use symptoms to dose hormones

-The real truth about bioidentical hormone therapy and long-term health protection

If you're ready to stop believing the lies and start advocating for yourself, this episode gives you the science and strategies to feel amazing—not just "okay"—during your menopause journey.

Links:

Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/

FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec

Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/

Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: https://www.evolvedpodcasting.com/

Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:

Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/

Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

In this explosive episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with integrative dietitian and menopause expert Esther Blum (Gwyneth Paltrow's menopause mentor!) to dissect the groundbreaking FDA panel meeting that happened just 10 days ago.

If you're tired of being terrorized by black box warnings on hormones that are actually SAFER than aspirin, this conversation will fire you up. Esther and Dr. Betty dive deep into the medical civil war happening right now—with brave physicians like Dr. Rachel Rubin, Dr. Kelly Casperson, and Dr. Vonda Wright fighting to remove these ridiculous warnings, while others like Dr. Jen Gunter continue to gaslight women into suffering.

But here's what really happened at that FDA meeting: Dr. Rachel Rubin testified about her own mother being in the hospital with urosepsis because doctors were too scared to prescribe vaginal estrogen. Yes, women are literally dying because of fear-mongering over hormones that have been safely used since the 1940s.

Esther doesn't hold back—calling out the "biggest misogynist of all" and revealing why this weaponization of women's healthcare is the largest travesty of our time. Plus, they tackle the scary new developments with mRNA food sprays, the protein propaganda in the New York Times, and why you need WAY more protein than you think (especially if you're over 40).

What You'll Learn:

-Why the black box warning on hormones is complete BS

-How to advocate for yourself with hormone-phobic doctors

-The real protein requirements for women over 40 (hint: it's not 5 grams from overnight oats)

-Why muscle protein synthesis changes as we age

-How to find hormone-literate providers in your area

-The documentation trick that makes doctors suddenly willing to prescribe

If you're ready to stop being gaslit about your hormone health and start fighting for the care you deserve, this episode is your battle cry.

Links:

Get Esther's book "See You Later, Ovulator" https://www.amazon.com/See-later-Ovulator-Mastering-Self-Advocacy/dp/195701329X

Esther's website: http://estherblum.com/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/gorgeousesther

Podcast: "The Midlife Realignment" launching September!

Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/

FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec

Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/

Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/

Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:

Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/

Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

In this explosive episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with integrative dietitian and menopause expert Esther Blum (Gwyneth Paltrow's menopause mentor!) to dissect the groundbreaking FDA panel meeting that happened just 10 days ago.

If you're tired of being terrorized by black box warnings on hormones that are actually SAFER than aspirin, this conversation will fire you up. Esther and Dr. Betty dive deep into the medical civil war happening right now—with brave physicians like Dr. Rachel Rubin, Dr. Kelly Casperson, and Dr. Vonda Wright fighting to remove these ridiculous warnings, while others like Dr. Jen Gunter continue to gaslight women into suffering.

But here's what really happened at that FDA meeting: Dr. Rachel Rubin testified about her own mother being in the hospital with urosepsis because doctors were too scared to prescribe vaginal estrogen. Yes, women are literally dying because of fear-mongering over hormones that have been safely used since the 1940s.

Esther doesn't hold back—calling out the "biggest misogynist of all" and revealing why this weaponization of women's healthcare is the largest travesty of our time. Plus, they tackle the scary new developments with mRNA food sprays, the protein propaganda in the New York Times, and why you need WAY more protein than you think (especially if you're over 40).

What You'll Learn:

-Why the black box warning on hormones is complete BS

-How to advocate for yourself with hormone-phobic doctors

-The real protein requirements for women over 40 (hint: it's not 5 grams from overnight oats)

-Why muscle protein synthesis changes as we age

-How to find hormone-literate providers in your area

-The documentation trick that makes doctors suddenly willing to prescribe

If you're ready to stop being gaslit about your hormone health and start fighting for the care you deserve, this episode is your battle cry.

Links:

Get Esther's book "See You Later, Ovulator" https://www.amazon.com/See-later-Ovulator-Mastering-Self-Advocacy/dp/195701329X

Esther's website: http://estherblum.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gorgeousesther/

Podcast: "The Midlife Realignment" launching September!

Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/

FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec

Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/

Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: https://www.evolvedpodcasting.com/

Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:

Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/

Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

In this groundbreaking episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Daved Rosensweet—a physician with 55 years of experience who has been fighting for women's hormone rights since before most of us were born—to break down the game-changing FDA meeting that happened last week.

For the first time in decades, the FDA is considering removing the black box warning from estrogen that has terrorized women and doctors for over 20 years. Dr. Rosensweet calls it "the biggest healthcare mistake of our time," and he's not wrong—this false warning has kept millions of women from life-saving hormone therapy.

But here's what the media isn't telling you: the science has ALWAYS shown that women on hormones have LESS risk of breast cancer, heart attack, and stroke than women who go untreated. Yes, you read that right—LESS risk, not more.

Dr. Rosensweet and Dr. Betty dive deep into why compounding bioidentical hormones are the gold standard, how to find the right provider, and why every woman—regardless of age—deserves to investigate hormone therapy. They also tackle the controversial topic of testosterone for women and why it's not a "male hormone" but a human hormone essential for muscle preservation and brain health. What You'll Learn: -The real science behind hormone therapy and breast cancer risk -Why women who've HAD breast cancer are actually safer on hormones -The truth about compounding pharmacies vs. commercial hormones -Why symptom relief isn't enough—you need proper testing -How to find a qualified hormone specialist -Why it's never "too late" to start hormone therapy If you're tired of being scared away from the hormones your body desperately needs, this episode will give you the courage and knowledge to take back control of your health.

Links:

Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/

FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec

Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/

Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: https://www.evolvedpodcasting.com/

Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:

Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/

Connect with Dr. Daved Rosensweet

https://www.davedrosensweetmd.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davedrosensweetmd/

Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

In this groundbreaking episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Daved Rosensweet—a physician with 55 years of experience who has been fighting for women's hormone rights since before most of us were born—to break down the game-changing FDA meeting that happened last week.

For the first time in decades, the FDA is considering removing the black box warning from estrogen that has terrorized women and doctors for over 20 years. Dr. Rosensweet calls it "the biggest healthcare mistake of our time," and he's not wrong—this false warning has kept millions of women from life-saving hormone therapy.

But here's what the media isn't telling you: the science has ALWAYS shown that women on hormones have LESS risk of breast cancer, heart attack, and stroke than women who go untreated. Yes, you read that right—LESS risk, not more.

Dr. Rosensweet and Dr. Betty dive deep into why compounding bioidentical hormones are the gold standard, how to find the right provider, and why every woman—regardless of age—deserves to investigate hormone therapy. They also tackle the controversial topic of testosterone for women and why it's not a "male hormone" but a human hormone essential for muscle preservation and brain health.

What You'll Learn:

-The real science behind hormone therapy and breast cancer risk -Why women who've HAD breast cancer are actually safer on hormones

-The truth about compounding pharmacies vs. commercial hormones

-Why symptom relief isn't enough—you need proper testing

-How to find a qualified hormone specialist

-Why it's never "too late" to start hormone therapy

If you're tired of being scared away from the hormones your body desperately needs, this episode will give you the courage and knowledge to take back control of your health.

Links:

Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/

FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec

Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/

Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: https://www.evolvedpodcasting.com/

Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:

Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/

Connect with Dr. Daved Rosensweet

https://www.davedrosensweetmd.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davedrosensweetmd/

Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.