Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Why are so many women being told they don’t need progesterone?
Many doctors wrongly tell their patients that progesterone is only necessary to protect the lining of their wombs. But this is wrong as progesterone isn’t just a womb hormone.
In this week’s podcast, @drmaryatkinson and I discuss why progesterone has important effects throughout the body, including the brain, sleep, mood, bones and cardiovascular system so how can we deny women this hormone just because they don’t have a womb? It’s not right.
To hear more on this topic, listen to the full episode now 🎙️ E74 S3
Why are so many women being told they don’t need progesterone?
Many doctors wrongly tell their patients that progesterone is only necessary to protect the lining of their wombs. But this is wrong as progesterone isn’t just a womb hormone.
In this week’s podcast, @drmaryatkinson and I discuss why progesterone has important effects throughout the body, including the brain, sleep, mood, bones and cardiovascular system so how can we deny women this hormone just because they don’t have a womb? It’s not right.
To hear more on this topic, listen to the full episode now 🎙️ E74 S3
