Dr Valorie Davidson and Dr Robert Maki

Progress Your Health Podcast

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Struggling with stubborn weight gain, exhaustion, poor sleep, anxiety, low libido, brain fog, or hot flashes? These aren’t “just aging,” they’re signs of hormone imbalance. The Progress Your Health Podcast is your go-to resource for perimenopause, menopause, thyroid health, and hormones hosted by Doctors and hormone experts Dr. Valorie Davidson and Dr. Robert Maki. We translate complex hormone science into simple, actionable steps to help you:Balance hormones naturallyLose weight and improve metabolismBoost energy and moodSleep better and reduce night sweatsRestore libido and confidencege with...

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Dr Valorie Davidson and Dr Robert Maki

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Health

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progressyourhealth.com

Latest episode

Oct 12, 2026

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Episodes

Perimenopause and Thyroid | PYHP 143 27.06.2024

In this episode, we return to a listener’s question regarding thyroid dosing in perimenopause. In our previous episode, we answered Tracy’s question about taking estrogen in perimenopause. Tracy also asked us an additional question about her thyroid doses. Tracy does not have a thyroid gland and has been noticing her dose is continually increasing as she progresses from perimenopause into menopaus...

Biest and Perimenopause | PYHP 142 27.06.2024

In this episode, we discuss a listener’s question regarding perimenopause and estrogen hormone replacement. Tracy is concerned because she is still having a period but also has symptoms of low estrogen. She is not sure if she is a candidate for estrogen therapy since she is still cycling. Tracy’s Question: Hi- you’ve discussed in past podcasts that you shouldn’t supplement with estrogen hormone re...

Biest and Perimenopause | PYHP 142 27.06.2024

In this episode, we discuss a listener’s question regarding perimenopause and estrogen hormone replacement. Tracy is concerned because she is still having a period but also has symptoms of low estrogen. She is not sure if she is a candidate for estrogen therapy since she is still cycling. Tracy’s Question: Hi- you’ve discussed in past podcasts that you shouldn’t supplement with estrogen hormone re...

Menopause and Anxiety | PYHP 141 27.06.2024

In this episode we discuss Jenell’s question she submitted on our website (Ask the Dr). Jennell has been having terrible anxiety since entering menopause and it is really affecting her quality of life. Jenell’s Question: Since starting menopause, I’ve had debilitating anxiety, especially bad in the morning. By evening, It practically goes away. I’m 54 and have been on BHRT 50/50 Bi-est and 175 mg...

Menopause and Anxiety | PYHP 141 27.06.2024

In this episode we discuss Jenell’s question she submitted on our website (Ask the Dr). Jennell has been having terrible anxiety since entering menopause and it is really affecting her quality of life. Jenell’s Question: Since starting menopause, I’ve had debilitating anxiety, especially bad in the morning. By evening, It practically goes away. I’m 54 and have been on BHRT 50/50 Bi-est and 175 mg...

Can Menopause Cause Heart Palpitations? | PYHP 140 27.06.2024

In this episode, we discuss a listener’s question. Amanda is 50 years old and starting to have menopausal hot flashes and weight gain. However, she is most concerned about the heart palpitations she is having. Amanda has had a cardiovascular workout and does not have heart disease. Most people might not be aware, but feeling abnormal heart rhythms without heart disease or feeling like your heart i...

Can Menopause Cause Heart Palpitations? | PYHP 140 27.06.2024

In this episode, we discuss a listener’s question. Amanda is 50 years old and starting to have menopausal hot flashes and weight gain. However, she is most concerned about the heart palpitations she is having. Amanda has had a cardiovascular workout and does not have heart disease. Most people might not be aware, but feeling abnormal heart rhythms without heart disease or feeling like your heart i...

Does Progesterone Help You Sleep in Perimenopause? | PYHP 139 27.06.2024

In this episode, we discuss a listener’s question about perimenopause. ‘Maggie’ is in her 40’s and experiencing severe insomnia with anxiety. She has tried supplements and different doses of progesterone with minimal results. She is having so many ups and downs with her insomnia, anxiety, and hormones. She is wondering how long this is going to last and whether will it ever end. Let’s read Maggie’...

Does Progesterone Help You Sleep in Perimenopause? | PYHP 139 27.06.2024

In this episode, we discuss a listener’s question about perimenopause. ‘Maggie’ is in her 40’s and experiencing severe insomnia with anxiety. She has tried supplements and different doses of progesterone with minimal results. She is having so many ups and downs with her insomnia, anxiety, and hormones. She is wondering how long this is going to last and whether will it ever end. Let’s read Maggie’...

How to Treat Premature Ovarian Failure? | PYHP 138 14.06.2024

In this episode, we talk about Mary’s hormone concerns after ovarian failure. She is only 34, and in the last 7 years since her ovarian failure has tried many hormone replacement options, all without the success she was looking for. Let’s Read Mary’s Question: When I was 27 years old I was diagnosed with iatrogenic primary ovarian insufficiency due to chemotherapy treatments for a gestational trop...

How to Treat Premature Ovarian Failure? | PYHP 138 14.06.2024

In this episode, we talk about Mary’s hormone concerns after ovarian failure. She is only 34, and in the last 7 years since her ovarian failure has tried many hormone replacement options, all without the success she was looking for. Let’s Read Mary’s Question: When I was 27 years old I was diagnosed with iatrogenic primary ovarian insufficiency due to chemotherapy treatments for a gestational trop...

Is Biest Better Than Estradiol Patch? | PYHP 137 14.06.2024

In this episode, we answer a listener’s question about her HRT dosing. ‘Donna’ is 63 years old and has been on some type of hormone replacement therapy for the last 13 years. Hormone therapy is not ‘one size fits all.’ There are so many types of menopause hormone therapies that each treatment needs to be […]

Is Biest Better Than Estradiol Patch? | PYHP 137 14.06.2024

In this episode, we answer a listener’s question about her HRT dosing. ‘Donna’ is 63 years old and has been on some type of hormone replacement therapy for the last 13 years. Hormone therapy is not ‘one size fits all.’ There are so many types of menopause hormone therapies that each treatment needs to be tailored to the individual. And overtime hormone treatments will change due to age, specific h...

Is Biest Better Than Estradiol Patch? | PYHP 137 14.06.2024

In this episode, we answer a listener’s question about her HRT dosing. ‘Donna’ is 63 years old and has been on some type of hormone replacement therapy for the last 13 years. Hormone therapy is not ‘one size fits all.’ There are so many types of menopause hormone therapies that each treatment needs to be […]

Is Biest Better Than Estradiol Patch? | PYHP 137 14.06.2024

In this episode, we answer a listener’s question about her HRT dosing. ‘Donna’ is 63 years old and has been on some type of hormone replacement therapy for the last 13 years. Hormone therapy is not ‘one size fits all.’ There are so many types of menopause hormone therapies that each treatment needs to be tailored to the individual. And overtime hormone treatments will change due to age, specific h...

Menopause and Heart Disease Risk | PYHP 136 03.05.2024

In this episode, we discuss a question from Janice, a podcast listener’s question regarding the benefits of estrogen therapy for heart health. There is much evidence to show that estrogen has cardiovascular protective benefits. We wanted to discuss how estrogen benefits heart health and can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Janice’s Question: Are Biest 50:50 sublingual tablet safe? M...

Menopause and Heart Disease Risk | PYHP 136 03.05.2024

In this episode, we discuss a question from Janice, a podcast listener’s question regarding the benefits of estrogen therapy for heart health. There is much evidence to show that estrogen has cardiovascular protective benefits. We wanted to discuss how estrogen benefits heart health and can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Janice’s Question: Are Biest 50:50 sublingual tablet safe? M...

Estrogen and Bone Density | PYHP 135 02.05.2024

In this episode, we talk about the benefits of estrogen on bones. A listener’s question (Alison) inspired this episode. Alison asked if taking vaginal biest has the same heart and bone effects that other estrogens and estrogen therapies have. So, we wanted to expand on estrogen’s role in helping keep bones strong and healthy. In this episode, we expand Alison’s question into: ● What is bone format...

Estrogen and Bone Density | PYHP 135 02.05.2024

In this episode, we talk about the benefits of estrogen on bones. A listener’s question (Alison) inspired this episode. Alison asked if taking vaginal biest has the same heart and bone effects that other estrogens and estrogen therapies have. So, we wanted to expand on estrogen’s role in helping keep bones strong and healthy. In this episode, we expand Alison’s question into: ● What is bone format...

Does Estradiol Cause Weight Gain in Perimenopause? | PYHP 134 04.04.2024

In this episode, we talk about hormone treatments for perimenopause and menopause. There is a vast distinction between perimenopause and menopause when it comes to treatment options. We often see women who are being treated for menopause when they are genuinely not in menopause. Meet Linda: Linda is a listener who sent us a question on our website about her hormone replacement treatment. Linda is...

Does Estradiol Cause Weight Gain in Perimenopause? | PYHP 134 04.04.2024

In this episode, we talk about hormone treatments for perimenopause and menopause. There is a vast distinction between perimenopause and menopause when it comes to treatment options. We often see women who are being treated for menopause when they are genuinely not in menopause. Meet Linda: Linda is a listener who sent us a question on our website about her hormone replacement treatment. Linda is...

When to Apply Biest Cream | PYHP 133 04.04.2024

Recently, Catherine posted a question on our website about Biest cream, and we knew this could interest our listeners. Biest is a combination of estriol and estradiol, one of the most common forms of estrogen therapy used in bio-identical hormone replacement. There are many doses, ratios, options, and methods of using Biest, so we thought this would be an episode dedicated to Biest and everything...

When to Apply Biest Cream | PYHP 133 04.04.2024

Recently, Catherine posted a question on our website about Biest cream, and we knew this could interest our listeners. Biest is a combination of estriol and estradiol, one of the most common forms of estrogen therapy used in bio-identical hormone replacement. There are many doses, ratios, options, and methods of using Biest, so we thought this would be an episode dedicated to Biest and everything...

Perimenopause and Sex | PYHP 132 20.03.2024

Welcome to the Progress Your Health Podcast! This is a podcast that helps you learn about balancing hormones, especially during perimenopause and menopause. We love hearing from our listeners. If you have a question, please visit our website and click Ask the Doctor a question. Let’s read Brigitte’s question! I have been listening and learning more. Your September 26, 2023 episode on symptoms of P...

Perimenopause and Sex | PYHP 132 20.03.2024

Welcome to the Progress Your Health Podcast! This is a podcast that helps you learn about balancing hormones, especially during perimenopause and menopause. We love hearing from our listeners. If you have a question, please visit our website and click Ask the Doctor a question. Let’s read Brigitte’s question! I have been listening and learning more. Your September 26, 2023 episode on symptoms of P...

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