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Estrone Explained (Part 2): The “Forgotten Estrogen” and Why It’s Not the Bad Guy
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In this episode — Part 2 of our Estrone Series — Dr. McCarthy takes a deeper dive into estrone, the often misunderstood and overlooked estrogen. Learn: Why estrone isn’t the “bad” estrogen it’s made out to be How body fat, inflammation, and lifestyle influence estrone levels The connection between estrone, insulin resistance, and breast health Why oral estrogen can worsen symptoms for some women Natural ways to support estrogen balance, including diet, nutrients, and detox pathways Dr. McCarthy explains how understanding estrone can empower women through perimenopause and menopause — and why context and comprehensive lab work matter more than quick fixes.
This content is for education and is not medical advice. It does not replace an evaluation with a licensed provider, and no one should start, stop or change a medication on its basis.
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