Welcome to Progress Your Health, a channel dedicated to providing women with guidance about Perimenopause and Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
We are Dr. Maki and Dr. Davidson, a husband and wife team helping women with their hormones since 2003.
If you are a woman over 40, then this is the ‘go-to’ channel for you.
We will delve into how the hormonal changes in perimenopause and menopause can affect your brain, heart, bones, muscles, and weight gain. Not to forget how these hormone changes impact your energy, memory, libido, skin, hair, and how you sleep (or not sleep).
Join us as we share expert advice on HRT, supplementation, lifestyle, and inspiring stories to help you navigate your journey through Perimenopause and Menopause.
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Why am I getting hot flashes if I’m still having my period?” 🤯
This is one of the most confusing symptoms women experience during the hormone transition.
Your body may still be cycling… while your hormones are already changing.
This episode breaks down:
• The role of estrogen and progesterone
• Why temperature regulation changes
• Early physical signs of perimenopause
• Why symptoms matter more than just your age
If your body feels different but you’re not “officially” in menopause yet — this episode is for you.
👉 Watch now: https://youtu.be/ELJlNXfIgFM
#HormoneBalance #PerimenopauseSupport #WomenHealth
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🦴 Osteoporosis prevention after menopause requires more than a one-size-fits-all approach.
In this episode, we analyze a patient case involving estradiol gel therapy and discuss how clinicians make decisions around hormone optimization and bone health.
Topics covered:
• Estradiol dosing considerations
• Hormone absorption factors
• Bone density after menopause
• The role of progesterone and testosterone
• Why lab values need clinical context
A deeper look into the science behind personalized HRT decisions.
🎥 Learn more 👉 https://youtu.be/PMf7QH8VVCs
#HormoneTherapy #OsteoporosisPrevention #WomenHealth #HRT
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Why are my periods suddenly so different?” 🤯
After 40, many women notice:
• Heavier bleeding
• Irregular cycles
• More clotting
• Worse PMS symptoms
• Unpredictable periods
But what’s really happening inside your body?
This episode breaks down the role of progesterone, estrogen, and hormone changes during perimenopause and why understanding your cycle matters.
👉 Watch now: https://youtu.be/b_z1BiR9QMI
#WomenHealth #HormoneBalance #PerimenopauseSupport #WellnessJourney
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Feeling tired, moody, unlike yourself… but unsure if your hormones are the reason?
Many women start their hormone journey with questions:
“Do I need testing?”
“Is my dose right?”
“Why do I feel different from others on HRT?”
This episode explains why your hormone journey should be personalized because your body is unique.
🎥 Watch here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yK1vf...
#MenopauseJourney #HormoneHealth #WomenWellness
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🤖 Can AI actually help women navigate perimenopause and menopause?
What if you had a personalized hormone coach available whenever questions arise about:
✔️ Brain fog
✔️ Sleep issues
✔️ Weight gain
✔️ Mood changes
✔️ Libido concerns
✔️ HRT questions
In this episode, we reveal how an AI-powered hormone coaching app was designed specifically for women who want more clarity, better tracking, and personalized insights throughout their hormone journey.
🎥 Watch here 👉 https://youtu.be/kkdQxCSKdME
#Menopause #Perimenopause #HormoneHealth #AIHealthcare #WomenOver40
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⚠️ The goal isn’t just losing weight in menopause… It’s protecting your metabolism.
In this episode, doctors explain how GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide may help, but also why misuse can lead to muscle loss, dependency, and rebound weight gain.
You’ll learn the science behind:
• Insulin resistance & fat storage
• Appetite suppression risks
• Metabolic reset strategies
• Why protein intake is critical
#MetabolicHealth #Menopause #Semaglutide #WellnessJourney
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🧠 Brain fog. Forgetfulness. Mood swings. Fatigue.
Is menopause affecting your brain… or is something deeper happening?
In this episode, doctors break down the powerful link between:
⚠️ Menopause & brain health
⚠️ Insulin resistance & cognitive decline
⚠️ Inflammation & Alzheimer’s risk
You’ll learn why women are at higher risk for Alzheimer’s and how hormones like estrogen may play a critical role in brain function.
#Menopause #BrainHealth #HormoneHealth #WomenOver40
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⚠️ Low estradiol on your labs does NOT automatically mean you should increase your dose.
AI Hormone Coaching App:
👉 hormonenavigator.com/
In fact, one of the biggest mistakes in bioidentical hormone therapy is chasing lab numbers instead of symptoms.
In this episode, we break down:
✔️ Why low estradiol affects libido & orgasms
✔️ Why hormone test timing can mislead results
✔️ Why doubling estrogen can backfire
✔️ Signs of TOO much estradiol
✔️ Estriol vs estradiol differences
✔️ Why some women feel worse after increasing HRT
#HRT #Menopause #HormoneHealth #WomenOver40
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🚀 Women in perimenopause and menopause are finally getting something built specifically for THEM.
AI Hormone Coaching App:
👉 hormonenavigator.com/
This isn’t just another tracking app…
It’s an AI-powered coaching platform designed to help women understand and manage their hormones in one private system.
You can track:
✔️ Symptoms & hot flashes
✔️ Hormones & HRT
✔️ Sleep & energy
✔️ Weight & nutrition
✔️ Libido & mood
✔️ Labs, glucose & supplements
Built using 20+ years of clinical experience, this AI system helps identify patterns and provide personalized educational guidance.
#Menopause #HormoneHealth #HealthTech #WomenOver40
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Ever feel like your HRT is “correct”… but you still don’t feel right? 🤯
AI Hormone Coaching App:
👉 hormonenavigator.com/
This episode breaks down one of the most overlooked issues in hormone therapy: dose and delivery mismatch.
You’ll learn:
• Why estradiol creams and patches are NOT interchangeable
• The mistake many women make when switching formats
• Why lab numbers can be misleading
• The real difference between perimenopause and menopause dosing
This is about precision, not guesswork.
#HormoneBalance #HRTSupport #WomenHealth #WellnessJourney
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