Are you feeling symptoms that you think are related to thyroid health, estrogen dominance, and/or perimenopause, but you don’t know what to do about them? Here’s the thing: They are all connected, and understanding the links between them can be a game-changer when it comes to symptom management. That’s why I’m so excited about this episode of the Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations podcast, where I spoke with my dear friend and colleague, Magdalena Wszelaki (@hormonebalance). What you’ll learn: -Estrogen dominance is extremely common and often underdiagnosed, contributing to symptoms like heavy periods, fibrocystic breasts, thyroid nodules, irritability, and an increased risk for estrogen-related cancers; it can occur even when estrogen levels are “normal” if progesterone is too low or estrogen isn’t properly metabolized. -The liver plays a critical role in hormone balance by detoxifying estrogen, and supporting liver function through bitters, broccoli sprouts, and sulforaphane can significantly improve hormone-related symptoms. -Dutch testing (urine hormone testing) is the gold standard for identifying estrogen dominance and poor estrogen metabolism, while conventional blood tests for hormones often miss imbalances, especially during perimenopause and menopause. -For low progesterone, herbal options like Vitex can be helpful early in perimenopause, but many women eventually need bioidentical progesterone (topical or oral) to properly restore balance, improve sleep, calm anxiety, and protect against estrogen excess. -Inflammation is a driver of hormone imbalances, Hashimoto’s, and estrogen dominance; addressing it through an anti-inflammatory diet, stress management, gut healing, and toxin reduction is essential before or alongside hormone therapies. Magdalena wants everyone to know that suffering is optional, and there are solutions. Comment below with the keyword MAGDALENA or search for Thyroid Pharmacist Healing Conversations on all podcast platforms and YouTube. Be sure to follow me @izabellawentzpharmd and @hormonebalance for more ways to support your health and weight goals with hypothyroidism!