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What Are Hormones?
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Hormones are chemical messengers produced in glands such as the ovaries, thyroid, pancreas and adrenals. They control every function of our body.
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Hormonal balance is the key to health
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Each hormone has a specific effect on our organs and when well balanced our body functions beautifully and is in harmony with itself and its environment.
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What Are Bioidentical Hormones?
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BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONES are, as the name implies, identical to our own naturally occurring hormones. They can be easily produced from precursors found in plants such as soy and yam, converted to bio-identical progesterone, which can be further converted to testosterone and estradiol. These hormones are then prescribed and specifically compounded and tailor made for each patient's individual needs by the compounding pharmacist.
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Advantage of BHRT
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Natural to enhance the hormone to optimal level only. Tailored to the individuals unique needs Custom-made, balanced formulations of natural hormones.
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CONVENTIONAL HRT uses synthetic hormones, which are artificial and not identical to our hormones and
possible to many side effects. They are usually in high dosages with very little variability (one size fits all policy) and does not take into account that we are unique and our hormonal needs differ. However, they are advocated for short term use in the premenopausal period.
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HRT is effective for
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- Keep the healthy and beautiful skin.
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- Relief of hot flushes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, fatigue and decrease of bone density.
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- Improved sleep, better mood, concentration and memory.
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- Enhanced libido (sex drive).
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- Prevention of osteoporosis.
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- Better maintenance of muscle mass and strength, healthy and good body shape.
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