Why should I consider replacing my Estrogen after Menopause?
Estrogen has several functions but is best known for its essential role in female growth and reproductive development. It helps maintain the menstrual cycle and facilitates the preparation of the uterus for anticipated and actual pregnancy.
Estrogen is also necessary for all human bodies to ensure proper bone growth and health, optimize brain function, and regulate mood.
We often get asked: “What’s the difference between estrogen and estradiol?” Surprisingly, there are more than 15 forms of estrogen in the body, each of which has its function, and only one is estradiol.
The three primary estrogens, therefore, are:
Estrone (E1): the primary form of estrogen after menopause.
Estradiol (E2): the primary form of estrogen present in the body during reproductive years.
Estriol (E3): the primary form of estrogen during pregnancy.
Estrogen levels fluctuate during the menstrual cycle and throughout a woman’s life, with high and low peaks. These fluctuations are normal, and a decline in production is simply a natural part of growing older.
Subscription vs. Ala Carte
One of the largest differences between Winona and Evernow is that a subscription is required with Evernow. Winona does not require a monthly subscription.
Evernow's subscriptions do not include meds and can range from $49 per month to $35 per month. All of the plans include:
Trusted medical experts 24/7
Personalized care plans to relieve your symptoms
Access to affordable & effective treatments
Feel better with unlimited ongoing support
Availability by State
Evernow is currently available in 35 States, including: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, South Dakota Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Winona is available in 33 states.
(not in: AL, AK, AR, DE, DOC, GUAM, KS, KY, LA, MS, NM, ND, RI, OR, SD, TN, UT, WV, WY and VIRGIN ISLANDS)
How much does Winona and Evernow HRT Cost?
Winona is very transparent and publishes their products and pricing on their website.
Products Offered:
DHEA Pills - $27/3 Mos
Estrogen Body Cream - $89/Mo
Estrogen w/Progesterone - $89/Mo
Estrogen Patch - $149/Mo
Estrogen Tablet - $45/Mo
Progesterone Body Cream - $89/Mo
Progesterone Caplet - $39/Mo
Vaginal Estrogen Cream $89/Mo
Blossom (female Viagra cream) - $79/Order
The only available pricing for Evernow is on their subscription plans. They don't mention individual products or pricing.
Does Evernow or Winona take Insurance?
Winona does not take insurance for their Hormone Replacement Therapy products. They partner with a compounding pharmacy for all prescriptions they write for you and will ship those meds directly to you at your home.
Evernow indicates that you can use your insurance on select medications that you pick up at your local pharmacy.
Evernow: How it Works
Activate your membership - Answer a few key questions to create your profile & select your membership plan. No Bloodwork required.
Match with your Evernow provider - chat with the licensed medical expert in charge of your care.
Approve your personalized care plan - a recommended treatment plan, tailored specifically to your needs.
Get your medications, your way - Insurance-covered treatments* picked up at your local pharmacy or delivered to your home. (*Available for select medications. Cost of meds not included in membership)
Ongoing support at your fingertips - Track your process & manage your care - from messaging with your provider to joining our community. Track your symptoms, chat with your provider, adjust your medications - 100% online or in their mobile app.
Winona: How it Works
1. Complete In-Take Form
2. Receive Link to Winona's patient portal to sign up - provide payment information
3. Doctor will reach out via patient portal with recommended treatments, products and costs
4. Confirm or Deny Purchase(s)
5. Shipped directly to your home - 5-9 days
What sets the two apart?
Evernow takes great pride in the quality of the providers they hire and bring on board to care for their patients. All of them are certified by The Menopause Society. They have a page full of care providers and medical advisors. In addition to having some heavy hitter investors, they also have support from Angel investors like Gwyneth Paltrow, Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz and Demi Moore, just to name a few.
Winona aims to make things simple and as affordable as possible. It's their goal to take the confusion out of menopause and help women get the solutions they need. They are a telehealth company that aims to empower, educate, and treat women throughout the entirety of their menopause journey. They offer doctor-prescribed, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy that is backed by science and shipped directly to your door.
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