Today, I am delighted to reconnect with my friend and colleague, Dr. Anna Cabeca. She was with me before on episodes 94 and 202.Dr. Cabeca is a triple board-certified physician in gynecology, integrative medicine, anti-aging, and regenerative medicine. She is also an authority on functional medicine, sexual health, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.In our conversation today, we dive into women's health care. We explore the impact of COVID and COVID vaccines on ovarian health, methods for measuring ovarian health and supporting fertility, the significance of oxytocin, the role of oral contraceptives, and navigating perimenopause and menopause. Our discussion also extends to alternative hormone replacement therapies, using pellets and bioidenticals for hormone replacement, the benefits of hormone holidays, pregnenolone use, and detox support. You are sure to gain from the insights and expert information Dr. Cabeca shares with us today.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:How COVID and COVID injections have impacted women’s healthImproving ovarian function and fertility through detoxification and lifestyle changesThe role of oxytocin in fertility and regulating hormonal balanceThe negative impact oral contraceptives have on cardiovascular and breast healthDr. Cabeca recommends a simple, pain-free, and non-hormonal IUD for birth control Dr. Cabeca and I share our opinions on using pellets for hormone replacement therapyThe potential risks of high-dose hormone replacement therapyWhy is it important to give your body a hormone holiday?Why is it essential to use only natural and clean skincare and dental health products and avoid everyday products containing heavy metals?How mold toxicity affects the bodyConnect with Cynthia ThurlowFollow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedInCheck out Cynthia’s websiteSubmit your questions to [email protected]Connect with Dr. Anna CabecaOn her websiteOn social media: @the girlfriend doctorPrevious Episodes Featuring Dr. CabecaEp. 94 – Reclaim Your Vibrancy, Sexuality, Health and Happiness! – with Dr. Anna CabecaEp. 202 – Healing Your Hormones and Becoming Empowered with The Girlfriend Doctor