Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) refers to the use of estrogen, progesterone, or combination therapies to support women through the hormonal changes of perimenopause and menopause. Because estrogen receptors exist throughout the body, HRT can influence far more than hot flashes; it affects sleep, mood, cognition, bone density, cardiovascular health, metabolic function, and overall quality of life.
For many women, declining estrogen leads to symptoms such as night sweats, anxiety, brain fog, joint pain, and vaginal dryness. HRT can help restore hormonal balance and reduce these symptoms when used appropriately. Research also shows that, for healthy women under 60 or within 10 years of menopause, HRT may offer protective benefits for bone and metabolic health.
This tag brings together guides, expert insights, and evidence‑based explanations on how HRT works, who may benefit, safety considerations, and how hormone therapy fits into a broader approach to midlife and menopausal wellbeing.
