Lactobacillus Probiotics
Lactobacillus Probiotics (L. crispatus, L. rhamnosus GR-1, L. reuteri RC-14) The vaginal microbiome is one of the few microbial ecosystems in the body under direct hormonal control. Estrogen drives glycogen deposition in the vaginal epithelium, glycogen feeds Lactobacillus species, and those organisms generate lactic acid and hydrogen peroxide that hold vaginal pH near 3.8–4.5. That […]
Vaginal Estrogen Dramatically Reduces Sepsis and Hospitalization in Recurrent UTIs Across All Ages
A new analysis in Urology looked at nearly 1.9 million women with recurrent UTIs and found that the small share who were prescribed vaginal estrogen within two months of their second infection had substantially lower odds of sepsis, hospitalization, and death over the following eight years — and that held across every age group, from […]
Jennifer Bowling – September 2026
This month, we’re proud to spotlight Lindsay Simone, a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner and founder of Simone Medical, whose whole person approach to wellness is helping patients across North Carolina feel their best. Lindsay trained with the BHRT Training Academy in Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy and Functional Medicine, and she is actively pursuing certification […]
Dr. Diana Williams
1. What led you into BHRT and this field of medicine? My own health journey really led me to hormones and holistic medicine. In my early 30s, I was dealing with autoimmune issues, hormone symptoms, anxiety, GI problems, hair loss, insomnia, weight gain—you name it. I knew what it felt like to be told that […]
The FDA Is Finally Sitting Down to Talk About Testosterone in Women
On September 17, the FDA is holding a public workshop on testosterone use in menopausal women.Read that again, because it’s bigger than it sounds.Back in July I told you I’d come back and go deeper on the foundation itself, on the domains where optimized hormones change the whole health trajectory, and on why “within normal […]
Lindsay Simone – August 2026
This month, we’re proud to spotlight Lindsay Simone, a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner and founder of Simone Medical, whose whole person approach to wellness is helping patients across North Carolina feel their best. Lindsay trained with the BHRT Training Academy in Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy and Functional Medicine, and she is actively pursuing certification […]
Albert Bales – July 2026
This month, we’re proud to spotlight Albert Bales, a Family Nurse Practitioner, decorated combat veteran, and lifelong athlete whose commitment to health and human performance is anything but ordinary. Albert spent 15 years as a Recon Scout Sniper in the United States Marine Corps, completing multiple combat deployments before transitioning to a six-year career as […]
Dr. Liana Rodriguez – June 2026
This month, we’re proud to spotlight Dr. Liana Rodriguez—a physician, educator, entrepreneur, and leader dedicated to helping patients uncover the root cause of chronic health concerns and reclaim lasting wellness. As an Osteopathic Physician, certified by the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFMCP), board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and a proud United States […]
Marjan Vizcaino – May 2026
This month, we’re proud to highlight Marjan Vizcaino—a dedicated provider committed to helping patients reclaim their health through a comprehensive, root-cause approach. With over 25 years in acute care medicine, Marjan brings a deep clinical foundation to her work in functional medicine, hormone therapy, and aesthetics. But what truly shapes her approach is her personal […]
No One-Size-Fits-All: Individualizing Transdermal Estradiol Dosing
This month’s update turns to practical dosing guidance: a clinical review in Menopause makes the case that there is no single transdermal estradiol dose or target serum concentration that delivers symptom relief and bone protection for every woman. The authors argue that the optimal level for an individual varies with tissue sensitivity, the assay used […]
