295 - Natural progesterone: what mental health benefits can it bring?

The Dr Louise Newson Podcast · Feb 11, 2025 · 31m

Content advisory: this episode includes themes of mental health and suicide In this week’s podcast, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Rachel Jones to delve into the critical role hormones, particularly progesterone, play in women's mental health. They discuss the importance of understanding hormonal changes throughout a woman's life, the differences between natural and synthetic hormones, and the need for individualised treatment plans. The conversation emphasises the significance of balancing hormones and considering lifestyle factors that impact mental health. Dr…