# Why Not Doing HRT Could Harm Your Brain, Bones, and Libido with Dr. Tami Meraglia Source: https://myersdetox.com/drtamimeraglia/ Published: 2025-03-27 Summary: Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women: Estrogen, Progesterone & Testosterone Benefits for Menopause, Sleep, Mood, Brain, Bone Density, Libido, Weight Loss, and Longevity | HRT & Bioidentical Hormones Explained with Dr. Tami Meraglia ### EP 585 # Why Not Doing HRT Could Harm Your Brain, Bones, and Libido with Dr. Tami Meraglia Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Listen to the episode: https://play.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/35883480/height/192/theme/modern/size/large/thumbnail/yes/custom-color/ffffff/time-start/00:00:00/hide-playlist/yes/download/yes/font-color/000000 ### Subscribe to the Myers Detox Podcast: - [ Apple ](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/myers-detox-podcast/id1021418457) - [ YouTube ](https://www.youtube.com/@WendyMyers) - [ Spotify ](https://open.spotify.com/show/5xBtNTcvQuy2fSdvKPie79) ## In this episode… Most women don’t hear this from their doctors, but low hormones can quietly wreck your sleep, drain your energy, and seriously mess with your brain, bones, and mood. Dr. Tami Meraglia joins us to talk about what really happens when estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone start to decline and why hormone replacement therapy (HRT) isn’t just about easing hot flashes. This episode covers it all—from waking up at 3 a.m. for no reason to losing muscle no matter how hard you work out or feeling more irritable than usual and not knowing why. Dr. Tami breaks down the research, the risks, and the real-life signs your hormones might be out of whack, even if your labs look “normal.” ### Key discussion points… - Dr. Tami’s background in hormone therapy - Myths about hormone replacement therapy - Progesterone benefits and sleep - Estrogen’s role in bone health and heart health - Estrogen for muscular function - Weight gain and hormonal imbalance - Testosterone benefits for women - Cortisol steal and DHEA - Toxins that affect women’s hormones [ Read the Transcript From This Episode ](https://myersdetox.com/transcript585/) ### Our brains literally shrink in size during menopause because of the lack of estrogen. Estrogen is so, so important for so many reasons. Dr. Tami Meraglia ![quizz](https://myersdetox.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/quizz-img.jpg) ## How Toxic Are You? [Free Quiz] ### Are heavy metals making you sick? Heavy metal toxicity is often behind digestive issues, systemic infections, stubborn weight gain, brain fog, autoimmune disease, and chronic health conditions. [ Take the FREE Quiz Now! ](https://heavymetalsquiz.com/) ## Watch this Episode on YouTube: ## About Dr. Tami Meraglia Dr. Tami Meraglia is a physician and leader in functional medicine, specializing in hormones, weight loss, and non-surgical facial rejuvenation. She’s the bestselling author of “The Hormone Secret” published by Simon and Schuster and has appeared on Good Morning America, Fox, ABC, NBC, and many podcasts and summits. Dr. Tami lectures nationally and internationally and is the Medical Director of BioThrive Life, offering personalized medical programs in-person in Seattle, Washington, and virtually. Learn more about Dr. Tami’s work at [biothrivelife.com](https://biothrivelife.com) - - ## Resources Mentioned In This Episode ### [Puori PW1 Whey Protein](https://puori.com/Wendy) Most protein powders are loaded with lead, cadmium, and toxins—especially chocolate flavors. Puori’s PW1 is third-party tested for 200+ contaminants, sourced from pasture-raised cows, and free from hormones or GMOs. Creamy, clean, and trusted by Dr. Wendy. [ Get 20% off here by using code WENDY ](https://puori.com/Wendy) ### [Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask](https://boncharge.com%20) Stimulates collagen production, reduces wrinkles, and improves skin tone in just 10 minutes daily. Get 15% off with code WENDY. [ Get 15% off with code WENDY ](https://boncharge.com%20) ### Listen on: ## About Dr. Wendy Myers, ND: Dr. Wendy Myers, ND is a Naturopathic doctor and founder of Myersdetox.com. She is an internationally recognized expert on heavy metal detox, anti-aging and bioenergetics. She is a sought-after speaker, #1 bestselling author and the host of the top 50 rated podcast, the Myers Detox Podcast. Her mission is to educate and inspire the globe about topics related to anti-aging – detoxing from our increasingly toxic world to combat disease and increase longevity. - - - - - - - ## More Posts: ### [ #668 The Flower of Life: How Frequency and Sacred Geometry Can Upgrade Your Health | Brent Knudsen ](https://myersdetox.com/brentknudsen/) ### [ #667 Beyond Ozempic: The Peptides That Calm Inflammation and Fatigue and Promote Longevity | Awais Spall ](https://myersdetox.com/awaisspall-2/) ### [ #666 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: How to Recover and Get Your Life back with Miguel Bautista ](https://myersdetox.com/miguelbautista/)