Dr. Tracy Verrico

12/10/2025

“Nobody told me this about hormone therapy…” 👀

Starting HRT and now you’re spotting or your breasts feel sore?
Take a breath — these are two of the most common (and usually temporary) side effects of hormone therapy.

✨ Let’s break it down:

1️⃣ Bleeding or spotting
This is very common, especially in the first 3–6 months after starting or adjusting HRT.
Why it happens:

Your uterine lining is responding to estrogen

Progesterone timing or dosing may need fine-tuning

Your body is re-learning a new hormonal rhythm

🚩 What’s not normal: heavy bleeding, bleeding that persists beyond 6 months, or bleeding long after menopause — those deserve a check-in.

2️⃣ Breast tenderness
That full, sore, PMS-like breast feeling? Also common.
Why it happens:

Estrogen stimulates breast tissue

Early sensitivity often means your body is responding

It typically eases as receptors equilibrate

💡 Often improves with dose adjustments, delivery method changes, or simply giving your body time.

✨ Bottom line:
Side effects ≠ failure.
They often mean your therapy needs refinement, not abandonment.

Hormone therapy is not one-size-fits-all — it’s custom, dynamic, and personal.
That’s why guided care matters.

💬 Save this post if you’re on HRT
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12/09/2025

PFAS are everywhere. They stay in the body for years, and new research shows they may raise the risk of type 2 diabetes by about 31 percent. That is a serious concern for women who are already juggling hormones, stress, and a long list of daily demands.

You cannot remove every source, but you can lower your exposure. Small steps count. A good water filter, safer cookware, and PFAS free products can help protect your long-term health.

My goal is simple. Give you clear information so you can take charge of your health with confidence. You deserve that level of clarity and support.

Check out the full article at: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/forever-chemicals-tied-higher-diabetes-risk-what-know-2025a1000nw5?ecd=mkm_ret_250914_mscpmrk_MOB_e47_C1_etid7712562&uac=164031AN&impID=7712562

12/08/2025

So many women deal with urine leakage, yet most stay quiet about it. You don’t have to. Stress leaks show up when you cough, laugh, or sneeze. Urgency leaks happen when the bladder contracts before you’re ready. These are two different problems, and they need two different plans.

Weak pelvic floor muscles, pregnancy, birth, low estrogen, nerve issues, and even certain foods can all play a role. And while pads may feel like a quick fix, they’re messy, uncomfortable, and can raise the risk of skin irritation and infections.

You deserve real answers. You deserve to move through your day without worrying about where the bathroom is. There is support, and you are not alone. Taking control of your bladder health is possible — and it can change how you show up for your life.

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12/08/2025

So many women deal with urine leakage, yet most stay quiet about it. You don’t have to. Stress leaks show up when you cough, laugh, or sneeze. Urgency leaks happen when the bladder contracts before you’re ready. These are two different problems, and they need two different plans.

Weak pelvic floor muscles, pregnancy, birth, low estrogen, nerve issues, and even certain foods can all play a role. And while pads may feel like a quick fix, they’re messy, uncomfortable, and can raise the risk of skin irritation and infections.

You deserve real answers. You deserve to move through your day without worrying about where the bathroom is. There is support, and you are not alone. Taking control of your bladder health is possible — and it can change how you show up for your life.

12/05/2025

Your skin feels every shift that happens during menopause. As estrogen falls, collagen slows, moisture drops, and the skin you once knew can start to change.

But here’s the part I want you to hear: you are not doing anything wrong. This is a real hormonal shift, and you can take control of it with the right support.

Simple steps help—steady hydration, gentle products, sun protection, and care that supports your hormones. You deserve skin that feels steady and strong, no matter your stage of life.

If your symptoms feel strong or confusing, you’re not alone. I’m here to guide you through it with clarity and science you can trust.

12/04/2025

Your mood is not “all in your head.”

During perimenopause, your hormones can swing fast, and when progesterone drops, your brain feels it. That’s why so many women struggle with anxiety, crying spells, and a loss of drive.

Progesterone helps you feel steady and calm — it’s what I call “Nature’s Xanax.”

When it’s low, everything feels harder.

You deserve answers, not guesswork. Learning what your hormones are doing is the first step to taking control of your health.

If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to live this way.

12/03/2025

Creatine isn’t just for athletes anymore.

A growing body of research is exploring how creatine may support muscle strength, energy production, and recovery — all of which matter during cardiac rehab and long-term heart health.

While it’s not a replacement for medical treatment, emerging studies suggest it may help certain cardiovascular patients improve functional capacity and overall quality of life.

But like anything in the supplement world, it’s not for everyone — especially those with kidney disease or atrial fibrillation risk.Always talk to your doctor before starting any supplement — especially if you have CVD or are on medications.

12/02/2025

Feeling so grateful for this beautiful testimonial.

When women share their stories with this much honesty, it becomes fuel for every other woman walking a similar road.

Jennifer— a holistic practitioner and founder of — shares how knowledge, empowerment, and compassionate care have shaped her own journey through midlife changes… and how that same understanding allows her to better support the moms and kids in her practice.

Her reminder is powerful:
✨ When moms aren’t well, the whole family feels it.
✨ When women understand what’s happening in their bodies, everything changes.
✨ And when we feel supported, we’re able to show up as our best selves — at home, at work, and in our own lives.

Jennifer, thank you for your trust, your openness, and the incredible work you do helping families heal. 💜

12/02/2025

Knowledge is power — and for so many women in their 40s and beyond, finally understanding what’s happening in their bodies can be life-changing. Thank you to Jennifer for the kind words!

As a holistic practitioner herself, she knows the value of partnering with someone who not only treats symptoms, but digs deeper… into the research, the legislation, and the evolving landscape of women’s hormonal health.

In her words, what she gained was:
+ Empowerment through education
+ A practitioner who thinks beyond traditional training
+ Support through perimenopause symptoms she didn’t even realize were creeping in
+ Better sleep, more stability, and the ability to show up as her best self for her family
+ A trusted partner in preventing the chronic conditions that run in her family
+ A roadmap she now shares with the moms she supports in her own practice

One of my favorite moments from her story? She said she fell asleep in a sweatshirt and sweatpants for the first time in ages — and felt amazing. Such a simple thing… that so many women don’t realize they’ve lost until they get it back.

Her journey is a reminder of what’s possible when women receive informed, proactive, compassionate care — and why this work matters so deeply as we enter our 40s, 50s, and beyond.

If you want to hear her full story — including why she changed her mind about HRT after diving into the research — you can watch her full testimonial here:

https://youtu.be/q8JOk4PLkKk

Jennifer Kottke brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to her role as a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Reiki II, and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDNP). You can find Jennifer's practice at https://beckonprosperity.com/

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12/01/2025

When estrogen drops, your body becomes more resistant to insulin. That means higher blood sugar, a greater risk for diabetes, and more fat stored around your belly. It also leads to fat building up around your organs. That is the kind that raises the risk for heart attack, stroke, and liver problems.

You deserve to understand what’s happening in your body so you can take control of your health with confidence.

11/28/2025

Forget the Black Friday chaos. 🖤✨
The truth? No sale will ever give you the return on investment that your health will.

Today, after eating my Thanksgiving turkey dinner, I made a different kind of purchase…
I invested in my health — the thing that fuels everything else: my energy, my confidence, my longevity, my ability to show up for myself, my family, and my purpose.

If you’re going to spend this weekend, spend on what actually matters:
your hormones, your gut, your sleep, your mindset, your strength, your healing.

Because discounts come and go…
but your body is the only thing you can’t replace.

🫶🏼 Invest wisely, invest intentionally, invest in YOU.

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11/27/2025

This season reminds us to pause and recognize the beauty in connection—the family we were born into, and the family we’ve built through friendship, community, and shared purpose.

I’m deeply thankful for each of you who’ve joined me on this journey to take charge of your health and wealth. Your courage to learn, grow, and show up for yourself continues to inspire me every single day.

May this Thanksgiving be a gentle reminder to slow down, savor the moments that matter, and give thanks for how far you’ve come.

Here’s to nourishing our bodies, nurturing our dreams, and celebrating the strength that comes from within. 🧡