Everything Hormones

Could testosterone finally become an FDA-approved treatment option for women?

Dr. Theresa Ramsey has been talking about testosterone replacement therapy for women for decades, and now the conversation is reaching a new level.

In this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Ramsey discusses the FDA’s recent public workshop on testosterone use in menopausal women and why she is so excited to see women’s testosterone therapy receiving renewed attention.

There is currently no FDA-approved testosterone product specifically for women, even though testosterone is already prescribed to some women off-label. Dr. Ramsey breaks down where things currently stand, what the FDA is considering, and the research that has accumulated around testosterone therapy in women.

In this episode:

• Why the FDA is taking another look at testosterone for women


• Why there is currently no FDA-approved testosterone product specifically for women


• Testosterone and female sexual desire


• Testosterone’s potential relationship with energy, mood, cognition, and quality of life


• Why measuring testosterone in women can be challenging


• The difference between “normal” and “optimal” testosterone levels


• Decades of published research on testosterone therapy in women


• Why women have already been using testosterone off-label


• What still needs to happen before an FDA-approved treatment becomes available


• How women can make their voices heard during this conversation

For Dr. Ramsey, this is an especially exciting development after nearly 30 years of working with hormone replacement therapy and advocating for greater understanding of testosterone’s role in women’s health.

The FDA has opened a public comment period regarding testosterone use in menopausal women. If you would like to learn more or make your voice heard, use the link below:

SUBMIT A COMMENT / LEARN MORE: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/FDA-2026-N-5479-0001

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What if your thyroid labs are considered “normal,” but you still don’t feel like yourself?

In this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Theresa Ramsey breaks down her approach to thyroid replacement therapy and why she believes treating the patient’s symptoms is just as important as looking at numbers on a lab report.

Dr. Ramsey explains TSH, Free T3, T4, Synthroid and levothyroxine, and why conventional and functional approaches to thyroid care can look very different. She also discusses common symptoms she associates with low thyroid function, including fatigue, difficulty losing weight, feeling cold, brain fog, hair thinning, dry skin, constipation, and muscle or joint discomfort.

In this episode:

• What TSH actually measures


• “Normal” thyroid labs vs. optimal thyroid function


• Common symptoms associated with low thyroid


• The importance of Free T3


• T3 vs. T4 thyroid hormones


• Synthroid and levothyroxine


• Different approaches to thyroid replacement therapy


• Why Dr. Ramsey focuses on symptoms alongside lab testing


• Questions to consider if you’ve been told your symptoms are simply part of aging

Dr. Ramsey also recommends the book, Hypothyroidism, Health & Happiness by Dr. Hotze for those interested in learning more about the approach discussed in this episode.

If you’re experiencing symptoms that may be related to your thyroid, this episode can help you better understand the terminology, testing, and treatment approaches you may hear about.

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September is Menopause Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to address the confusion that still surrounds hormone replacement therapy for women.

In this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Theresa Ramsey discusses the growing conversation around menopause and women's hormones, including a recent Bloomberg Business article examining how women are being treated as interest in menopause care continues to grow.

Dr. Ramsey shares her perspective from more than 30 years of clinical experience and hormone replacement therapy research, including why she believes increased awareness around HRT is only the first step. Understanding which hormones a woman needs, when she needs them, and how they are prescribed matters.

In this episode, Dr. Ramsey discusses:

• Perimenopause vs. menopause and when hormones may be appropriate
• Why menopause symptoms extend far beyond hot flashes
• Estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid hormones in women
• Hormone therapy and concerns surrounding blood clots
• Bioidentical vs. synthetic hormones
• Why some women may need progesterone before estradiol
• The role of blood testing in hormone care
• Why women are still receiving conflicting information about HRT
• The importance of provider education as menopause care becomes more mainstream

Menopause Awareness Month is about more than recognizing symptoms. It's an opportunity for women to ask better questions, understand their options, and become more informed about their health as they age.

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Referenced article: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2026-07-23/global-18-7-billion-market-fails-to-address-menopause-symptoms-treatment

What if taking care of your body could also change the way you handle stress, quiet your mind, and experience everyday life?

In this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Theresa Ramsey sits down with John Salisbury, owner of Modern Yoga, for a conversation about yoga, healthy aging, strength, mindfulness, and the connection between physical and mental wellness. Dr. Ramsey practices with John and credits yoga as an important part of how she maintains her strength, focus, and resilience.

John shares his journey into yoga, how the practice eventually became his calling, and why yoga isn't about keeping up with the person next to you. They discuss learning to work with your body as it changes, finding stillness in a constantly distracted world, and using movement as a tool for both physical and mental health.

In this episode:

• Why yoga is about more than flexibility

• Building strength and mobility as you age

• How yoga can help with stress, focus, and mindfulness

• Why comparing yourself to others can work against your practice

• The importance of stillness and learning to quiet mental chatter

• How John found yoga and eventually built Modern Yoga

• Yoga, hormones, and supporting the body as we age

• Why the right practice looks different for every person

One of the biggest themes of this conversation is learning to step outside the constant stream of thoughts in our minds. As John explains, yoga can help us recognize the stories we're telling ourselves, create space between those thoughts, and become more present.

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Learn more about John Salisbury and Modern Yoga:

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The conversation around testosterone continues to evolve.

In this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Theresa Ramsey discusses another major update following the FDA's recent decision to remove the black box warning on testosterone therapy.

Now, the U.S. military is taking another significant step by introducing routine testosterone screening for service members age 30 and older.

Dr. Ramsey explains:

- Why this announcement is such a major milestone for men's health

- What the military's new screening program means

- Why testosterone has been misunderstood for decades

- The symptoms of low testosterone every man should know

- Why appropriate testosterone replacement can improve strength, energy, libido, body composition, and overall health

- Why this represents a major shift toward evidence-based medicine

After more than 30 years of studying hormone replacement therapy, Dr. Ramsey shares why she believes this is another important moment in changing the conversation around testosterone.

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Referenced article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn0nlx18rz0o

The FDA has officially updated its guidance on testosterone replacement therapy, marking one of the biggest changes in men's hormone health in years.

In this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Theresa Ramsey breaks down the FDA's June 2026 announcement and explains what these changes mean for men considering testosterone therapy.

Topics include:

- Why the FDA removed a major testosterone warning

- The latest evidence on heart attack and stroke risk

- Updated guidance regarding prostate cancer

- Testosterone and enlarged prostate (BPH)

- What this means for physicians and patients

- The one important exception every man should know before starting testosterone

After more than 30 years practicing hormone replacement therapy, Dr. Ramsey shares why this announcement is a milestone for men's health and why she believes the science has finally caught up.

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Referenced article: https://www.hhs.gov/press-room/fda-requests-updates-testosterone-therapy-labeling.html

A recent New York Times article highlighted the growing conversation around menopause and hormone therapy, especially for women who have been told they cannot take estrogen because of breast cancer, blood clotting disorders, or other health conditions.

In this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Theresa Ramsey reads through the article and shares her perspective based on more than 30 years of clinical experience and hormone replacement therapy research.

She discusses:

• Why millions of women feel left out of the menopause conversation


• Estrogen and breast cancer misconceptions


• Blood clot concerns and bioidentical hormones


• Why many women are told they cannot take hormones


• Alternatives for hot flashes and menopause symptoms


• Where mainstream recommendations differ from the research she follows

Whether you are navigating menopause yourself or simply want to better understand today's conversation around hormone therapy, this episode offers another perspective on one of women's health's biggest topics.

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Article mentioned: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/15/well/menopause-hormone-therapy-breast-cancer.html

Testosterone may be one of the most misunderstood hormones in medicine.

In this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Ramsey discusses some of the biggest myths surrounding testosterone therapy and explains why fear around testosterone continues to persist despite decades of research.

She breaks down:

• Why testosterone has been linked to heart disease, blood clots, and stroke concerns


• The studies that shaped today's misconceptions about testosterone (linked below)


• The difference between elevated red blood cell markers and true clotting disorders


• Testosterone therapy options for both men and women


• Common symptoms of low testosterone


• New options for women who experience hair thinning with testosterone therapy


• How testosterone can impact energy, motivation, body composition, libido, and quality of life

Whether you're a man experiencing fatigue and low libido or a woman struggling with energy, motivation, and healthy aging, this episode explores the important role testosterone can play when used appropriately and under proper medical supervision.

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Studies mentioned:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23615294/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24193080/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19436016/

In this solo episode, Dr. Ramsey discusses the FDA’s reported removal of desiccated thyroid medications like NP Thyroid and what it could mean for patients struggling with fatigue, brain fog, depression, weight gain, low energy, and thyroid dysfunction.

Dr. Ramsey breaks down:


• The difference between T3 and T4 thyroid hormones


• Why many patients do not feel well on levothyroxine alone


• Why desiccated thyroid medications have been popular for decades


• How thyroid impacts mood, metabolism, pain, skin, and aging


• Alternative options patients may still have moving forward


• Why many patients are concerned about these FDA changes

If you’ve ever struggled with low thyroid symptoms despite “normal labs,” this episode explains why many patients still don’t feel optimal and why thyroid health matters far beyond metabolism.

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May is Women’s Health Month, and in this episode of Everything Hormones, Dr. Ramsey takes on one of the most emotional and controversial topics in women’s health: breast cancer and hormones.

Drawing from decades of clinical experience and hormone research, Dr. Ramsey discusses the difference between estrogen-positive and estrogen-negative breast cancers, why hormone conversations are often driven by fear, and how bioidentical hormones are viewed in modern medicine.

Topics discussed include:

- The difference between synthetic hormones and bioidentical hormones

- Estrogen-positive vs. estrogen-negative breast cancer

- Why hormone receptors matter

- The role of progesterone, testosterone, and vitamin D

- Concerns surrounding estrogen blockers

- Why conversations around breast cancer and hormones may need to evolve

This episode is intended to encourage education, awareness, and deeper conversations around women’s health during Women’s Health Month.

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