Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) for Women

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Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is a personalized medical approach that uses hormones that are structurally identical to those produced naturally by the body. BHRT is most often used to treat symptoms of hormone imbalance related to perimenopause, menopause, or other endocrine disorders.

BHRT for women typically includes estradiol (a form of estrogen), progesterone, and sometimes testosterone or DHEA, depending on individual needs. These hormones are prescribed in customized doses based on lab testing and symptom evaluation.

Women experiencing hormonal changes may benefit from BHRT in several ways:

• Relief from hot flashes and night sweats
• Improved sleep and mood
• Increased energy and mental clarity
• Restoration of libido and vaginal health
• Support for bone density and muscle mass
• Stabilization of weight and metabolism

Using blood, saliva, serum, or urine testing, practitioners evaluate hormonal levels and develop an individualized treatment plan. BHRT can be administered through creams, patches, oral capsules, or injections. Ongoing monitoring is essential to ensure safety and efficacy.

• Be personalized based on lab values and clinical symptoms
• Utilize bioidentical, not synthetic, hormones
• Be monitored routinely (every 3 to 6 months)
• Aim to restore physiologic levels, not suppress or over-replace
• Consider the whole-person context, including nutrition, lifestyle, and stress

Myth: "Hormones are dangerous."

Truth: BHRT uses bioidentical hormones which differ from synthetic hormones linked to risks in older studies. When monitored and dosed appropriately, BHRT is safe and effective.

Myth: "You don’t need hormones after menopause."

Truth: Hormones play essential roles in brain, bone, cardiovascular, and metabolic health even after reproductive years. Replacing them can enhance quality of life and reduce long-term health risks.

Myth: "BHRT is only for severe symptoms."

Truth: BHRT can be beneficial for mild to moderate symptoms and for preventative support inwomen at risk for hormonal decline.

Myth: "All hormone therapy is the same."

Truth: BHRT is customized and bioidentical, which makes it distinct from conventional hormone therapies that use synthetic or non-human-identical hormones.

 If you're experiencing fatigue, mood changes, sleep disturbances, low libido, orother symptoms related to menopause or hormone imbalance, BHRT might be an option. Work with a trained provider who follows evidence-based, personalized BHRT protocols. Schedule a Consultation Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how BHRT can help youfeel balanced, energized, and vibrant at any age.