Ep #141: Hormone Therapy with Dr. Anna Cabeca, MD

In this episode, Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, published menopause researcher and menopause educator, and co-founder of WeAreMorphus.com, interviews Anna Cabeca, “The Girlfriend Doctor” DO, OBGYN, FACOG, who is a best-selling author and triple-board-certified physician specializing in gynecology, integrative medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. She is known for her expertise in women's health, hormone balance, and sexual health. Our podcast has been recognized as the top-ranked menopause podcast worldwide on Feedspot’s 2025 list of best Menopause Podcasts and Perimenopause Podcasts.

This must-listen episode addresses the controversies around hormone replacement and what you need to know about the safety and effectiveness of various treatments.

Topics Covered:

• The key differences between birth control pills (which suppress hormones) and bioidentical hormones (which work with your body naturally)
• Understanding menopause hormone therapy (MHT) and how to personalize it for your unique needs
• Practical tips for starting hormone therapy and why patches or creams might work better than pills
• The truth about the Women's Health Initiative study and why its findings don't apply to all types of hormone therapy
• Simple ways to support your body's natural hormone detoxification processes
• Dr. Cabeca's holistic approach to hormone health - looking beyond quick fixes to find real solutions
• Why testing matters
• The surprising connection between cholesterol and brain health through hormone production
• How your thyroid, vitamin D levels, and gut health affect your hormones
• Tips for maintaining intimate health, including safe use of DHEA cream (Julva)
• A fresh perspective on PCOS and what it means for you
• Which ingredients to avoid in hormone creams and why

Links from the show:

Dr. Anna Cabeca's Website: https://drannacabeca.com/

Dr. Anna Cabeca’s Books: https://amzn.to/4hVfdxr

Julva Cream https://bit.ly/43u9rz9

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