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This weeks quick hit we are jumping right into a very important topic: uterine fibroids.

Maybe you have experience with fibroids, or maybe you do not even really know what they are yet. Either way, this is a conversation every woman should understand.

Fibroids are incredibly common. It is estimated that up to 75 to 80 percent of women may develop fibroids during their lifetime, and many women have them without even knowing they are there.

They are also highly prevalent in perimenopause, which is when many women start noticing heavier periods, more pelvic pressure, more bloating, more pain, worsening PMS, and new urinary symptoms.

In this episode, we go deep into what fibroids are, how they may impact your body and hormones, what symptoms to watch for, and what you can do to better understand, prevent, or reduce the growth of uterine fibroids.

This is especially important because fibroids are not just a "period problem." They can affect bleeding, iron levels, fertility, pelvic pain, bladder symptoms, sex, and quality of life.

And no, you should not have to just suffer through it because "that's normal for women."

In This Episode, We Cover:

• What uterine fibroids are and why they are so common
• Which age group is most likely to be diagnosed with fibroids
• Why fibroids are especially common in perimenopause
• The hormones that influence fibroid growth
• Common signs and symptoms of uterine fibroids
• Where women may feel pain or pressure from fibroids
• How fibroids can affect periods, bleeding, fertility, and quality of life
• What to do if you think you may have fibroids
• Common urinary symptoms associated with fibroids
• Why painful intercourse may be a sign of fibroids
• Important contributing factors behind fibroid development and growth
• Which hormone fibroids are most sensitive to
• Why xenoestrogens may matter and how to reduce exposure
• Which vitamin may be important for fibroid prevention
• Why certain peptides may not be appropriate for women with a history of fibroids

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