HRT With Complications, Brain Scans, and Why How Hard You Run Matters
This episode covers three new papers published July 2026: a systematic review examining HRT safety across women with common health conditions, a methodological critique of how brain-menopause research gets interpreted, and a head-to-head exercise study testing whether intensity level matters for postmenopausal cardiovascular health. Research credibility is the through-line — all three papers are worth understanding on their own terms, not just their headlines. Key Takeaways: • A new 2026 systematic review suggests HRT risk-benefit calculations look different depending on specific…
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