The Pill vs HRT for Perimenopause Symptoms: What You Didn't Know - Dr. Carrie Jones
The Pill vs HRT for Perimenopause Symptoms: What You Didn't Know - Dr. Carrie Jones  
Podcast: Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade
Published On: Fri Aug 28 2026
Description: Did your doctor give you the birth control pill for your perimenopause symptoms and you have some doubts if this is the right approach? Are you wondering what you, or your daughter, really need to know before saying yes to the pill or an IUD? We cover: Why doctors still reach for the birth control pill in your 40s instead of menopause therapy What's actually inside birth control versus menopause hormone therapy The 10 year rule we were warned about decades ago, where it came from and whether it still holds true The sneaky side effect of the pill that can tank this very important hormone What our daughters need to know before choosing the pill or an IUD Dr. Carrie Jones is a globally respected functional medicine practitioner and hormone expert with nearly two decades of clinical experience. Formerly the Medical Director of Precision Analytical (the DUTCH Test), she specializes in women's health, menopause, and complex hormone cases, translating hard science into practical, empowering guidance. Known for her no-nonsense, myth-busting style, Dr. Jones helps clinicians and women alike understand hormones without fear, fluff, or fasting madness. PAST EPISODES: To Test or Not To Test In Perimenopause https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/to-test-or-not-to-test-in-perimenopause-what-actually/id1531105768?i=1000762400110 Abnormal Thyroid, Cholesterol and Weight Gain Solutions: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/122-abnormal-thyroid-cholesterol-weight-gain-solutions/id1531105768?i=1000588807250 Contact Carrie Jones: Website: https://www.drcarriejones.com Instagram: @dr.carriejones YouTube: Dr. Carrie Jones Podcast: Hello Hormones Newsletter: sign up at drcarriejones.com   Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try MitoQ for optimal mitochondrial health. Code ZORA for 20% off https://mitoq.com/zora   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage YouTube Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@HackMyAgeClips Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://membership.hackmyage.com/sales-page Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.