What if some of the biggest challenges women face – from crippling period pain and PMS to anxiety, brain fog and burnout in midlife – are actually hormonal, and we’re still not joining the dots?In this episode of Health 360: Lessons Lived and Learned, Oonagh O’Hagan is joined by Dr Mary Ryan and Dr Louise Newson to talk honestly about the full hormonal journey: first periods, PMDD, PCOS, endometriosis, fertility, perimenopause and menopause.They unpack the confusion around “HRT and breast cancer”, explain bio-identical vs synthetic hormones, and share the red flags women (and parents) should never be told to “just put up with”.They discuss the role hormones play in self-harm and even serious crime and how a new approach needs to happen immediately. Just a quick note before we dive into today’s conversation: this episode touches on themes of suicide and mental health struggles. We know these topics can be heavy or difficult to navigate, so please take whatever space or care you need while listening. If you or someone you know is going through a tough time, please remember that support is always available Samaritans Ireland: Freephone 116 123 (Available 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk).Text About It: Text 50808 (Free, anonymous 24/7 text support service run by Youth Mental Health Foundation Ireland).Pieta House: Freephone 1800 247 247 (Specialising in suicide prevention and self-harm support, available 24/7).Today's episode of Health 360: Lessons Lived and Learnedi is brought to you by our partners, At One. This is a new, Irish made, science backed supplement that gets to the root cause of so many health complications which is inflammation. What makes At One unique is its duo morning and evening formulations. This approach supports our natural circadian cycle over the entire 24 hours of the day.You can find more information at feelatone.com.