Can seed cycling balance your hormones? Do you need to detox your uterus after your period? Can an IUD travel to your brain? And is heart disease really more dangerous for men than women?

In this myth-busting episode of HERology, our co-hosts—Drs. Anu Lala, Joanne Stone, and Anna Barbieri—separate fact from fiction on some of the most common women's health misconceptions circulating online and in everyday conversation.

Together, they tackle myths surrounding such areas as:

• fertility
• perimenopause
• hormone therapy
• pregnancy exercise
• birth control
• ovarian cysts
• fibroids
• uterine "detoxes"
• irregular periods
• HPV testing
• and much more.

Whether you're navigating reproductive health, menopause, pregnancy, or simply trying to make sense of the latest wellness trends, this episode offers practical, evidence-based insights from three leading Mount Sinai physicians.

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Advertising for GLP-1 hormones is everywhere now—but what are GLP-1s, and are they effective?

On this special edition of HERology, co-host Drs. Joanne Stone, Anna Barbieri, and Anu Lala explore the science—and controversy—behind GLP-1 medications. The hosts examine the complex intersection of hormones, aging, and weight gain—especially for women—and tackle essential details, such as:

• The line between medical treatment and aesthetics;
• The importance of lifestyle alongside medication;
• How nutrition, movement, and sustainable habits remain foundational to health.

From disparities in access and social pressures to the role of prevention and policy, this conversation highlights both the promise and limitations of these widely discussed therapies.

HERology from the Mount Sinai Health System is dedicated to unpacking the science of women’s health—and helping listeners navigate it with clarity and confidence.

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On this episode of HERology, co-hosts Drs. Joanne Stone, Anna Barbieri, and Leslee Shaw examine what we don’t know about women’s health—and why that gap matters.

Despite major advances in medicine, women remain underrepresented in research, clinical trials, and even the design of medical devices. This conversation explores:

• How these gaps have shaped everything from diagnosis to treatment
• Why funding for women’s health has historically lagged behind
• How structural issues—from fragmented care to lack of representation in leadership—continue to influence outcomes today.

HERology from the Mount Sinai Health System is dedicated to uncovering the science behind women’s health—and pushing the conversation forward.

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