These chemicals are very vital in regulating the mood, motivation, attention, and the reward system of the brain
In November 2025, the Trump Administration announced an upcoming demonstration project that will extend coverage for GLP-1s to people living with obesity and related complications starting later in 2026

Hormonal treatment options include: Combined oral contraceptives : Continuous or cyclic regimens can reduce menstrual flow and suppress endometrial tissue activity Progestins : Available as oral medications, injections (depot medroxyprogesterone acetate), intrauterine devices (levonorgestrel-releasing IUD), or implants GnRH agonists : These medications induce a temporary menopausal state, effectively suppressing endometriosis but requiring add-back hormone therapy to minimize bone loss and vasomotor symptoms [21] [20] GnRH antagonists : FDA-approved oral options include elagolix (Orilissa) and relugolix/estradiol/norethindrone (Myfembree) with specific duration limits based on dosing and bone health considerations [18] [19] Aromatase inhibitors : Sometimes used in refractory cases, though not FDA-approved for this indication [23] [24] Bone mineral density monitoring is recommended for patients on long-term GnRH agonists or antagonists, particularly at higher doses or extended durations

In this episode, host Virgie Tovar sits down with Signe Darpinian, LMFT, CEDS, a licensed therapist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist who works at the intersection of body image, mental health, and midlife change
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