# PT 1: Menopause is NOT Natural and Hormones are a Good Thing!

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Podcast: [Tales from the Stirrups](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tales-from-the-stirrups-7864290)
Published: 2026-05-28T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://sadashek.podbean.com/e/pt-1-menopause-is-not-natural-and-hormones-are-a-good-thing/
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Duration seconds: 675

## Resource

Despite the provocative title, this 3-part series takes a thoughtful look at menopause and hormone therapy—starting with the history of hormone replacement and its benefits, then breaking down what “bio-identical” hormones actually means, and finishing with a deep dive into testosterone in women. It’s a straight-talking, patient-friendly exploration of hormones, misconceptions, and what modern science really says. Enjoy part 1 of this series, with guest star (and wife of Dr. Steven Adashek) Aimee Adashek! --- Remember, a podcast is not medical advice. It is simply education. I hope that this podcast will inform and encourage your conversations with your providers about your health and care.

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