Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Questions and Answers

What You Need to Know About Bioidentical Hormone Replacement

What exactly is Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy?

Natural Hormones are a precise replica of the hormones that are naturally produced by your body. The main difference between Natural Hormones and synthetic hormones is that, although the two are created in labs, synthetic hormones are not necessarily identical to the hormones naturally created in your body and Natural Hormones match your body’s hormones molecule by molecule.

So why should I use Natural Hormone Replacement?

You are likely already using several hormones. Birth Control Pills, Hydrocortisone (used for rashes), and Vitamin D in milk are all methods of hormone replacement. Over the last 100 years as we have doubled our life expectancy, the soft tissue glands which create our hormones are being required to produce them longer than ever. Our increasingly stressful lives, poorer nutrition and absence of proper fitness results in declining ranges of hormones in our bodies as well. Men and women have effectively used Natural Hormones for many years. Men struggling from the signs and symptoms of andropause or women hurting from menopause or perimenopause, can turn to Natural Hormones to replace the natural hormones that have declined as their bodies have aged. In well known medical journals, researchers have reported that the Natural Hormones, estrogen and testosterone, are not justsafe but also have a positive impact on diseases like osteoporosis and prostate cancer.

So why do women need hormones before, during and after menopause?

It doesn’t matter what your actual age, if your female hormones (estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone) are unbalanced, you may suffer ill-effects including hot flashes, night sweating, sleep problems, moodiness, depression, anxiety,loss of memory, vaginal dryness, fatigue, loss of your sex drive and also an increase in weight. Women with balanced hormones integrated with proper nutrition and fitness can have ahigher qualityof lifeas they age.

Why do men need testosterone replacement?

As men age, output ofthe hormone testosterone starts todecline and so they experience signs and symptoms of low testosterone. Testosterone is the hormone that is responsible for maintaining mental focus, energy, metabolism, muscle mass, fat levels, and sex drive. By balancing a man’s hormones with Natural Hormone therapy, men can restore their vitality and reduce the signs and symptoms ofandropause.

When should I consider Natural Hormone therapy?

Generally, your body’s natural hormones start todecline after your mid-20s and hormone imbalance symptoms are likely to bepresent by your mid-30s. Men and women often start replacing hormones between the chronilogical age of 35 and 40. If you are experiencing symptoms of hormone imbalance, it is best not to wait.

What are the side effects associated with Natural Hormones?

Because Natural Hormones have the identical molecular structure of the hormones made naturally by your body, you will find relatively few side effects. Unwanted side effectsoccur primarily when the dosage of hormone is too high for the individual.

How long until I see results using Natural Hormones?


What is the best age to consider Natural Hormone therapy?


Are Natural Hormones approved and regulated by the FDA?

The ingredients in Natural Hormones such as estrogen, progesterone and testosterone are approved by the FDA. However, state and local pharmacy boards have jurisdiction over them, not the FDA. It is very important to know you are using the finist quality compounding pharmacy and that they follow the most stringent guidelines and have excellent quality assurance.

Do I need to take these hormones forever?

Not necessarily, it depends on how well your body responds to Natural Hormone therapy. Also important, it’s how well you manage your diet, sleep patterns, exercise, and stress levels that will assist you in regaining hormonal balance. Some patients can wean off various hormones once they become balanced and have fewer symptoms of menopause or andropause.


In the worst-case scenario, if you decided to stop Natural Hormone therapy, your body would return to the state it was in before initiating your program.

Will Natural Hormone Replacement interfere with my currently prescribed medications?

Generally, no. Some medicines may actually be reduced or no longer needed.


Yes, birth control pills are a type of hormone therapy but are different from Natural Hormone replacement therapy. Birth control pill hormones are synthetic. Synthetic hormones have differences in their chemical structure that are not a replica of the body’s natural hormones.

How will Natural Hormones help me?

Women suffering from menopause symptoms that are looking to put an end to hot flashes, night sweats, trouble sleeping, memory loss, mood swings, weight gain, and low libido are turning to qualified natural hormone doctors to replace their natural hormones.

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Why don’t most doctors prescribe Natural Hormones?

Traditional doctors do not usually have the time or the resources to seek expertise in Natural Hormones.

Do I need a prescription for Natural Hormone therapy?


Will hormone therapy help with stress?

High stress levels are very common in individuals with unbalanced hormones. Regulating hormones with Natural Hormone therapy will certainly help to decrease stress levels and increase general feelings of wellbeing.

My sex drive is low, could it be my hormones?


I have severe PMS, could it be my hormones?

Severe PMS symptoms can certainly be the result of a hormonal imbalance. Having your hormones tested can help rule out other causes.

What are the different types of delivery methods for the hormones?

There are several different ways to formulate the medications-the following are some examples:

Capsules – A standard form of oral delivery.


Triturates – Triturates are a popular form used to keep drugs in the mouth when local action is needed.They are generally placed under the tongue and allowed to dissolve, allowing the medication to enter the bloodstream quickly and easily.



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