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Is hormone optimization actually worth it?

40 people answered this on the record, across 20 organisations. more energy through the day was the most commonly volunteered theme, appearing in 19 interviews. feeling heard and supported by the provider was another volunteered theme, appearing in 9 interviews. The timeframe described most often was over a year. These were open-ended interviews, so an unmentioned change should not be read as a result that did not happen.

Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-09-25. Updated as new interviews arrive.

Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.

Changes customers chose to talk about

Based on 40 open-ended customer interviews. These are themes people mentioned without being asked to rate every possible outcome. If someone did not mention a change, that does not mean it did not happen.

Themes volunteered by people answering: Is hormone optimization actually worth it?
Volunteered themeInterview mentions
More energy19
Felt supported9
Family & relationships8
Better systems6
Mobility5
Mood & stress5
  • “What a relief, and it's a real blessing actually, to feel good, to be healthy, and to have the energy to do what I wanna do, and that has included 10 annual trips to Nepal, Kathmandu.”David DeRoos
  • “I probably listened to every single episode, some of them multiple times just because it finally, would click in my head and it would make sense and I would go, yeah, that's what I need and why aren't my doctors givin…”Lisa Snarr
  • “I'm talking like debilitating, where I was on the floor, you know, crunched up in But she has given me the right tools that I have to be able to live my life I would recommend Heathar to anybody, friend, family member…”Megan Newman
  • “And so the number one thing that's changed is just this, I feel so much more confident about the aging process and menopause and what's ahead just because she helped me get to where I am now, which again, is just...”Mick Kubiak

How long it took them

  • 2 weeks – 2 months · 1
  • Over a year · 2

The interviews behind this answer

What they doubted first

  • “I was very skeptical of the program and her claim to get my life back. Everything I've done in my life was hard and didn't get me the results I was looking for. I still couldn't sleep, was bloated, and was killing myself in the gym without seeing results.”Lisa Snarr
  • “Rina Gill admitted that the cost was a significant investment that required her family to reorganize their spending. However, she concluded it was worth it because the personalized care from Dr. Sharkar delivered life-changing results that she couldn't find w…”Rina Gill
  • “Connor Bell describes the program as priceless, noting that the value of the experts and the life-reversing results would typically cost $100,000 elsewhere. She emphasizes that the support from the specialized coaching team justifies the investment.”Connor Bell

Follow-up questions they answered

Can hormone therapy help with perimenopause brain fog and word-finding issues?
Yes, Mick Kubiak reported that before working with Heathar, she was losing her grasp on language and struggling to find words as a writer and podcaster. After starting the program, she stated, 'My brain is back. I can count on myself to find a word.' — Mick Kubiak
How does Radiant Health Collaborative differ from a standard primary care doctor?
Mick noted that while her regular doctor only sees her once a year unless something is 'dreadfully wrong,' Heathar Parisi provides frequent sessions and spends 'more than enough time' to fine-tune protocols based on specific needs. — Mick Kubiak
Is it possible to feel like yourself again during menopause?
Mick Kubiak emphasizes that Radiant Health Collaborative rejects the idea that feeling poorly is just a 'new life' in menopause. She credits the individualized program for restoring her to her 'highest functioning self.' — Mick Kubiak
Can I avoid insulin to keep my pilot's license?
David DeRoos initially tried to avoid insulin to maintain his private pilot's license due to FAA policies at the time. However, after his weight dropped to 140 pounds at 5'11", he realized he needed insulin to stabilize his health. — David DeRoos
What should I do if I have no energy despite managing my diabetes?
When David hit a wall at age 55 with no energy, Dr. Rangi performed advanced testing. She identified and treated underlying low vitamin D, low thyroid, and low testosterone, which David says made him feel like a 'new man' within six months. — David DeRoos
Is it possible to travel internationally with long-term diabetes?
Yes, David DeRoos reports that under Dr. Rangi's care, he has completed 10 annual trips to Kathmandu, Nepal. He maintains the physical capacity to be ambulatory, walk through airports, and carry heavy bags at age 71. — David DeRoos

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