Presented by Ruth Hobson, ND | May 20, 2025 at 12 PM Pacific
Since the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) study, estrogen has been widely vilified, leading to fear and misconceptions about its role in health. However, estrogen itself is not inherently harmful-its metabolism and elimination determine its impact on overall well-being and breast health.
This presentation unravels the complexities of estrogen metabolism and the estrobolome, shedding light on how hormones are processed and cleared from the body. The essential role of urinary hormone and metabolite testing will be explored, offering insights into individual metabolic function. A deep dive into phase 1, 2, and 3 metabolism will provide healthcare providers and patients with practical strategies for optimizing estrogen balance through lifestyle modifications, nutrition, treatment sequencing, and targeted nutraceutical interventions.
By bridging the gap between fear and science, this presentation delivers a balanced perspective on estrogen, equipping attendees with the knowledge needed to support hormonal health with confidence.
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the impact of estrogen metabolism on overall well-being and dispel common misconceptions stemming from the WHI study.
2. Learn how the gut microbiome influences estrogen metabolism and its role in hormonal balance.
3. Gain insights into phase 1, 2, and 3 metabolism and how the body processes and eliminates estrogen.
4. Discover how urinary hormone and metabolite testing can reveal an individual's unique metabolic function.
5. Implement practical lifestyle, nutritional, and nutraceutical interventions to support healthy estrogen metabolism.