"I Just Don't Feel Like Myself" | The Truth About Menopause & Hormone Therapy with Lois Castle, APRN

Every woman goes through it. Almost no one feels prepared for it. In this episode of Preserve Health Talks, Dr. Ira sits down with Lois Castle, APRN of Elite Health and Wellness Center in Port St. Lucie, our resident women's health and hormone expert, for an honest conversation about menopause. No sugarcoating. No outdated myths. Just clarity. In this episode: ✅ Perimenopause vs. menopause: what's actually happening to your hormones ✅ Why symptoms can start as early as your late 30s and last for years ✅ The truth about "second menopause" and when returning symptoms need a real workup ✅ Why some women sail through the change while others struggle ✅ Hormone replacement therapy: who it's safe for, who should avoid it ✅ Synthetic birth control hormones vs. bioidentical HRT and what the risk data really says Hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog, mood changes, weight shifts. If you've ever said "I just don't feel like I used to," this conversation is for you. Featured Guest: Lois Castle, APRN | Elite Health and Wellness Center, Port St. Lucie, FL Host: Dr. Ira | Preserve Health MD 👍 Like this episode if it helped you feel more informed 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations about your health 💬 Drop your menopause questions in the comments. We read every one. This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider about your individual health needs. #Menopause #WomensHealth #HormoneReplacementTherapy #Perimenopause #HRT #PortStLucie #PreserveHealthTalks #HealthPodcast