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Hormones, explained by a doctor.
Board-certified internist · MSCP
📍 Sarasota, FL · @revealvitality
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Will testosterone save my marriage?

Testosterone can help low libido, but it can't fix a relationship where you can't stand your partner. Desire is shaped by stress, sleep, connection and how you feel about yourself, not just hormones.

Follow for more on midlife hormones.

#menopause #perimenopause #testosterone #libido #womenshealth

Educational content only, not medical advice. by @drvictoriaandarcia

$1 in 3 women over 50 will break a bone. Think of your brunch crew: statistically, one of you will have an osteoporotic fracture in her lifetime. It's not rare, and it's not a minor injury. Bone health deserves attention in your 40s and 50s. Follow for more on midlife hormones. #menopause #perimenopause #osteoporosis #bonehealth #womenshealth Educational content only, not medical advice. by @drvictoriaandarcia$

Midlife is a crossroads.

Up to 20% of bone density can be lost in the 5–7 years after menopause. Heart disease is still women's #1 killer. 2 in 3 people with Alzheimer's are women.

The choices you make in your 40s and 50s shape who you are at 70 and 80. Save this, and send it to a friend who needs it.

Full episode on YouTube, link in bio.

#perimenopause #menopause #womenshealth #bonehealth #midlifewomen

Educational content only, not medical advice. by @drvictoriaandarcia

I'm at the heaviest weight of my life.

My weight went up, but my body fat went down and my muscle mass went up. In perimenopause and menopause, muscle is what you want to protect, so watch your body composition, not just the scale.

Follow for more on midlife hormones.

#menopause #perimenopause #strengthtraining #bodycomposition #womenshealth

Educational content only, not medical advice. by @drvictoriaandarcia

$You can't feel your bones getting weaker. Osteoporosis is silent until a fall or a fracture. That's why a DEXA bone scan in perimenopause matters. Don't wait until your sixties. Follow for more on midlife hormones. #menopause #perimenopause #osteoporosis #bonehealth #womenshealth Educational content only, not medical advice. by @drvictoriaandarcia$

Slowing down can feel uncomfortable when you've spent years believing your worth is measured by how much you accomplish.

Taking a step back isn't the same as giving up. Sometimes, it's exactly what your mind and body need to move forward in a healthier way.

Dr. Victoria Andarcia and Dr. Alaa Ahmed explore why so many women struggle with slowing down and how redefining productivity can become an important part of overall well-being.

Watch the full episode through the link in our bio.

#drvictoriaandarcia #womenshealth #rootcausewellness #personalizedcare #hormonebalance #fertilitysupport #holistichealth #healthjourney #functionalmedicine #drvictoria #womenswellbeing #wellnesssupport #betteryourself #healthtransformation #revealvitality by @drvictoriaandarcia

We often think about aging as something that happens later in life. In reality, healthy aging is something we build over time.

The habits you develop today can have a lasting impact on how you feel tomorrow. Investing in your health now means investing in the ability to keep doing the things you love for years to come.

Ready to make your long-term health a priority? Start with a complimentary 15-minute discovery call through the link in our bio.

#dravictoriaandarcia #womenshealth #rootcausewellness #personalizedcare #hormonebalance #fertilitysupport #holistichealth #healthjourney #functionalmedicine #womenswellbeing #wellnesssupport #betteryourself #healthtransformation #functionalmedicine #integrativemedicine by @drvictoriaandarcia

We often fill every quiet moment without even realizing it. A podcast, a notification, another task, another distraction.

Learning to slow down doesn't always come naturally. For many of us, being still can feel unfamiliar at first, but it's a skill that can be developed with intention and practice.

In this episode, Dr. Victoria Andarcia and Dr. David Wahlberg explore why creating small moments of stillness can be just as important as staying productive, and how simple practices like breathwork can help you get started.

Watch the full episode through the link in our bio.

#dravictoriaandarcia #womenshealth #rootcausewellness #personalizedcare #hormonebalance #fertilitysupport #holistichealth #healthjourney #functionalmedicine #womenswellbeing #wellnesssupport #betteryourself #healthtransformation #functionalmedicine #integrativemedicine by @drvictoriaandarcia

October is a time to pause and talk about something that matters to so many women: breast health. 🎀

Breast cancer can affect anyone, which is why awareness and early detection matter. Knowing your family history and staying informed about recommended screening can help you be proactive about your health.

This month, let’s keep the conversation going, and make breast health part of it.

If you have questions about your individual screening needs, Dr. Victoria Andarcia is here to help.

#dravictoriaandarcia #womenshealth #rootcausewellness #personalizedcare #hormonebalance #fertilitysupport #holistichealth #healthjourney #functionalmedicine #womenswellbeing #wellnesssupport #betteryourself #healthtransformation #functionalmedicine #integrativemedicine by @drvictoriaandarcia

September recap 📸✨

This month was all about learning, connecting, and getting ready for a busy season ahead:

🔬 Hormone Refresh at the EVEXIAS Conference — because there’s always more to learn, even after years in this field
 🤝 SRQ Women’s Expo — meeting so many incredible business women and medical providers doing amazing work in this community
 🍂 And now... fall is here, and it’s already shaping up to be one of the busiest seasons yet

Grateful for the growth, the connections, and the momentum heading into Q4. More to come! 💫

#womenshealth #menopause #functionalmedicine by @drvictoriaandarcia

The craziest things I heard in my office this month 👀 (and why we need to change our tune)

“Vaginal estrogen doesn’t do anything.” “Joint pain is just part of getting older.” “Hormones cause cancer.” I heard all of these from real patients in the last 30 days — and if you’ve been told any of them too, I need you to hear the truth.
In this episode I’m breaking down 5 myths I hear constantly in clinic: 🚫 Vaginal estrogen “doesn’t do anything” (it prevents UTIs + reverses tissue changes) 🚫 Joint pain is “just aging” (estrogen affects your joints too) 🚫 Fatigue is “just aging” (hormones impact sleep + energy at the cellular level) 🚫 Hormones cause cancer (let’s actually talk about the WHI study) 🚫 Weak bones are inevitable (hormones + muscle = the real bone protection duo)
You deserve real answers, not half-truths. New episode link in bio 🎙️

#Menopause #HormoneTherapy #womenshealth #integrativemedicine #healthjourney by @drvictoriaandarcia

The best moments in life ask something of us.

To move, explore, laugh, play, travel, lift, dance, and keep showing up for the people we love.

Caring for your health today helps make more of those moments possible tomorrow.

Book your complimentary 15-minute discovery call with Dr. Victoria Andarcia through the link in our bio.

#dravictoriaandarcia #womenshealth #rootcausewellness #personalizedcare #hormonebalance #fertilitysupport #holistichealth #healthjourney #functionalmedicine #womenswellbeing #wellnesssupport #betteryourself #healthtransformation #functionalmedicine #integrativemedicine by @drvictoriaandarcia

Dr. Victoria Andarcia, MD - Menopause & Hormones

@drvictoriaandarcia