How Hormones Impact Stress (What You Need to Know)

Breast Cancer, Hormones, and the Conversation Women Deserve to Hear | Women’s Health Month

May is Women’s Health Month, and in this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Ramsey takes on one of the most emotional and controversial topics in women’s health: breast cancer and hormones. Drawing from decades of clinical experience and hormone research, Dr. Ramsey discusses the difference between estrogen-positive and estrogen-negative breast cancers, why hormone conversations are often driven by fear, and how bioidentical hormones are viewed in modern medicine. Topics discussed include: - The difference between synthetic hormones and bioidentical hormones - Estrogen-positive vs. estrogen-negative breast cancer - Why hormone receptors matter - The role of progesterone, testosterone, and vitamin D - Concerns surrounding estrogen blockers - Why conversations around breast cancer and hormones may need to evolve This episode is intended to encourage education, awareness, and deeper conversations around women’s health during Women’s Health Month. Listen now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

How Hormones Impact Stress (What You Need to Know)

April is Stress Awareness Month… but what if stress isn’t just about your schedule, your job, or your responsibilities? In this solo episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Ramsey breaks down the real root of stress and how hormones play a major role in how your body handles it. From anxiety and poor sleep to burnout, inflammation, and even negative thought patterns… stress shows up in more ways than most people realize. You’ll learn: - The 3 main sources of stress and how they affect your body - Which hormones can help regulate stress (and which ones won’t) - Why cortisol rises when other hormones decline - The connection between sleep, blood sugar, and stress - Hidden stressors most people overlook - Simple ways to support your body and restore balance The goal isn’t to eliminate stress completely… it’s to bring your body back into balance so you can handle it better. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just not like yourself, this episode is for you.

From Patient to Purpose: Craig Smith on Faith, Health & Living Fully

In this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Ramsey sits down with longtime patient and close friend Craig Smith for a powerful, real conversation about faith, health, and what it truly means to live well. Craig shares his journey from skepticism about traditional medicine to embracing a more proactive, purpose-driven approach to his health. At 72, he’s running nearly 10 miles a day, prioritizing his spiritual life, and experiencing a level of energy and freedom that most people don’t think is possible. This episode goes beyond hormones. It’s about mindset, discipline, faith, and the daily choices that shape your quality of life. If you’ve ever wondered what’s possible when you take ownership of your health and align body, mind, and spirit… this conversation is for you. Listen now and see what living fully can really look like.

Addressing Your Questions on Estrogen, Testosterone, and Hormone Therapy

In Episode 4 of Everything Hormones, Dr. Theresa Ramsey responds to questions and concerns that came in after the recent podcast episodes with Dr. Neal Rouzier and Revitalize provider Dr. Angela Colpaert, FNP-C. Dr. Ramsey addresses some of the most common fears and misconceptions surrounding hormone replacement therapy, including concerns about estrogen in men, testosterone therapy, and long-standing beliefs about cancer risk. Topics discussed in this episode include: - Why estradiol is sometimes prescribed for men - The role of estrogen in protecting the brain, heart, bones, and prostate - Common myths about “estrogen blockers” in men - Misunderstandings around testosterone injections vs. oral testosterone - The difference between bioidentical hormones and synthetic hormones - Why outdated studies created lasting fear around hormone therapy - How recent FDA changes have influenced public perception of hormones Dr. Ramsey also shares patient experiences, explains how confirmation bias influences medical decision-making, and emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between synthetic and bioidentical hormone therapy. This episode continues the conversation from the previous episodes and provides additional clarity for patients seeking reliable information about hormone health and long-term wellness. Buy Hormones 101: Treatments Your Doctor Wasn’t Trained to Provide: https://a.co/d/0dYMiiYv

From Conventional to Functional Medicine with Dr. Angela Colpaert

In Episode 3 of Everything Hormones, Dr. Theresa Ramsey sits down with Dr. Angela Colpaert, family nurse practitioner at Revitalize, to share her journey from conventional hospital-based medicine to functional and hormone-focused care. Dr. Colpaert discusses her early training in traditional healthcare, working through COVID, navigating nurse practitioner school while becoming a mother, and the pivotal shift that occurred when she began learning functional medicine and bioidentical hormone therapy. Together, they explore: - The gap in hormone education in conventional training - Confirmation bias in medicine and how it shapes treatment decisions - Estrogen after breast cancer - Testosterone and prostate cancer - Why estrogen is critical for men - The importance of not blocking estrogen - Treating couples for long-term vitality - Why hormones are foundational, not optional This conversation offers an inside look at how a new generation of providers is being trained differently — and why understanding hormone optimization changes the way medicine is practiced. If you’ve ever wondered how clinicians make the shift from symptom suppression to root-cause care, this episode provides an honest and thoughtful perspective.