In this enlightening episode of The Functional Edge, Dr. Julia Ward sits down with Dr. Terri DeNeui, a nurse practitioner, hormone optimization expert, and founder of Avexapel. Together, they demystify bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), particularly the use of hormone pellets, and discuss why so many people are unknowingly suffering from hormone deficiencies that impact every aspect of health.
Discover how hormone pellets deliver consistent, natural hormone levels, who they’re right for, and why gut health, diet, and inflammation must be addressed alongside therapy. Dr. DeNeui also exposes common myths—like the belief that hormones are only for reproductive health—and shares how hormone optimization can protect against chronic diseases, improve mood, and restore vitality.
Dr. Terri DeNeui is a board-certified nurse practitioner, founder of Avexapel, and a pioneer in bioidentical hormone optimization. After years in emergency and hospitalist medicine, she shifted her focus to integrative and preventative care, dedicating her career to educating both patients and providers about the power of hormones to transform health. Dr. DeNeui is a passionate advocate for making hormone therapy accessible and helping patients overcome the stigma and misinformation surrounding BHRT.
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