Ep. 500 Why Women Are Being Gaslit by Medicine – The Bold Truth About Hormones, SSRIs & Social Media Censorship with Dr. Kelly Casperson | HRT & Menopause

Ep. 500 Why Women Are Being Gaslit by Medicine – The Bold Truth About Hormones, SSRIs & Social Media Censorship with Dr. Kelly Casperson | HRT & Menopause

Today, I am thrilled to reconnect with Dr. Kelly Caspersen, a urologist who empowers women to live their best love lives. She is a two-time author, with her latest being The Menopause Moment. In our conversation, we cover a wide range of topics, from navigating UTI purgatory and understanding the vaginal microbiome to how vaginal estrogen can dramatically reduce the risk of sepsis and death in the ICU. We unpack the evolving language of hormones- specifically progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone and we examine censorship and bias on social media, and the differences between prescribers and non-prescribers. We explore the effects of SSRIs on bone and brain health, changes in self-perception in middle age, and the effects of the baby boomer generation and the Women’s Health Initiative, exposing the medical gaslighting behind the use it or lose it narrative. We also offer practical options for women who cannot take hormones, and Dr. Kelly shares her go-to supplements and those she avoids. This conversation is one of my recent favorites. Dr. Kelly’s enthusiasm is contagious, and her straightforward approach makes complex topics clear, practical, and unforgettable. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Why recurrent UTIs can feel like UTI purgatory How hormone terminology is evolving, and what that means for women in midlife The value of vaginal estrogen, and the potential it holds for saving women’s lives How the approaches of prescribers and non-prescribers differ How SSRIs can raise the risk of bone fractures The brain health and self-perception shifts that often occur in midlife Why the use it or lose it belief is misleading, and how it veers into medical gaslighting How the baby boomer generation and the Women’s Health Initiative still influence women’s healthcare today Some alternative options for women who cannot take hormones Dr. Kelly shares her preferred supplements and those she avoids Bio: Dr. Kelly Casperson, MD Urologist • Author • Podcaster • Women's Health Thought Leader Dr. Kelly Casperson is a board-certified urologist, best-selling author, and top-ranked international podcaster empowering women to take control of their health, hormones, and sexuality. Known for blending science with storytelling, she transforms complex medical topics into relatable and actionable insights that help women live fully and fearlessly—especially in midlife. With her signature candor and evidence-based clarity, Dr. Casperson dismantles long-held myths around sex, menopause, and desire. Her acclaimed podcast, You Are Not Broken, has become a go-to resource for hundreds of thousands of women seeking real answers about their bodies and brains. Her groundbreaking work integrates urology, neuroscience, and mindset coaching to drive lasting change in intimacy, confidence, and overall well-being. As a keynote speaker and educator, Dr. Casperson challenges outdated norms in medicine while offering bold, science-backed solutions. She’s on a mission to build a world where women are educated, empowered, and no longer afraid of their own bodies. Whether she’s on stage, in a clinic, or behind the mic, Dr. Casperson is leading a health revolution—one smart, honest conversation at a time. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Connect with Dr. Kelly Casperson On her website On Instagram You Are Not Broken (Podcast) The Menopause Moment is available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

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Ep. 46 Gut Health Tips from the Guru

Ep. 46 Gut Health Tips from the Guru

In this episode, we are joined by functional medicine expert, Dr. Jill Carnahan. Dr. Jill gets personal and shares her own health journey and how she combined the best of traditional and functional medicine to heal herself. She uses that knowledge in the amazing work she does with her patients at Flatiron Functional Medicine in Boulder, Colorado. She uses personalized medicine to uncover the root cause of disease. Find out more about Dr. Jill here: https://www.jillcarnahan.com/

7 Touko 201928min

Ep. 45 Quit This. Start Winning

Ep. 45 Quit This. Start Winning

In this episode, we are joined by Lynn Marie Morski. Lynn Marie is a physician, attorney, law professor, and lifelong quitter. She has carved out a successful path by not only knowing when to persevere and when to quit, but more importantly, how to learn from the situations in which quitting was the best option. She shares why quitting strategically is so important and gives us tips for how to quit for a better life. You can find out more about Lynn here: https://quittingbydesign.com/

28 Huhti 201937min

Ep. 44 Food for Balanced Hormones and a Healthy Gut

Ep. 44 Food for Balanced Hormones and a Healthy Gut

In this episode, Magdalena Wszelaki shares her top strategies for natrually balancing hormones with food. She provides two key strategies for optimizing health: an elimination diet and not eating dessert for breakfast. You can find out more about Magdalena and her work here: Hormonesbalance.com and check out her book Cooking for Hormone Balance here: HERE Thanks for listening! Please subscribe and leave us a rating/review. We appreciate it. Cynthia: www.chtwellness.com Kelly: www.kellydonahuephd.com

14 Huhti 201938min

Ep. 43 The Other Side of the Hospital Bed

Ep. 43 The Other Side of the Hospital Bed

In this episode, Cynthia talks about her long hospital stay and how her gut health helped her to have a positive outcome. We also talk about the things she'll be doing (that we can all learn from!) to restore the health of her gut after taking very strong antibiotics. We're so glad she's back! Thanks for listening! Please subscribe and leave us a rating/review. We appreciate it. Find out more about Cynthia at www.chtwellness.com and find out more about Kelly at www.kellydonahuephd.com.

7 Huhti 201923min

Ep. 42 Clean Eating Dirty Sex

Ep. 42 Clean Eating Dirty Sex

In this episode, Lisa Davis gives us the down and dirty on her book and all of its delicious recipes for improving sexual health. Learn why she loves healthy fats and the key non-food component that needs to be resolved for ultimate intimacy and overall well-being. You can learn more about Lisa and her book here: http://cleaneatingdirtysex.com/ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe and leave us a rating/review. We appreciate it.

31 Maalis 201939min

Ep. 41 The Latest and Greatest from Us!

Ep. 41 The Latest and Greatest from Us!

In this episode, we share details about our programs. Cynthia's newest offering is Wholistic Abundance which is a membership community that offers a monthly blueprint for hormonal health. Learn more here: https://chtwellness.com/product/wholistic-abundance. Kelly's current offering is the Health Gains Weight Loss Program. It is a 6-week online educational and coaching program designed to help participants improve their health and lose weight. Learn more here: https://www.kellydonahuephd.com/healthgains

28 Maalis 201926min

Ep. 40 Powerhouse Strategies for Optimizing Gut Health

Ep. 40 Powerhouse Strategies for Optimizing Gut Health

In this Episode, Breanne Kallonen talks about the importance of gut health and how to test for problems in the gut that could be at the root of health issues. We all know how important gut health is to our overall mental and physical well-being. Breanne breaks it down and gives us her powerhouse strategies for keeping the gut healthy while traveling. Find out more about Breanne here: https://www.breannekallonen.com/

17 Maalis 201939min

Ep. 39 Practical Biohacks for Peak Performance

Ep. 39 Practical Biohacks for Peak Performance

In this episode, we are joined by Ben Angel.  Ben is a bestselling author of Unstoppable, CLICK, Sleeping Your Way to The Top in Business, and Flee 9-5. Ben helps us to discover the key to better health, more energy, and a better mood. He teaches us all about biohacks and how you can use them to improve your health and your life! Learn more about Ben at benagnel.co Thanks for listening! Please subscribe and leave us a rating/review. We appreciate it.

10 Maalis 201944min

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