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What are Bio-Identical Hormones?
BHRT’s are hormones that are derived from plant oils called diosgenin. This is extracted from soybeans and wild yams. This is then altered so it becomes identical in organic structure and function to human hormones. The therapy replaces hormones lost through aging, stress and surgery and reestablishes healthy levels. Commonly compounded hormones are estrogen, progesterone, DHEA and testosterone.

Is BHRT common?
Yes! As awareness of BHRT grows, the number of women using BHRT and the number of doctors recommending it is increasing.

What is the difference between BHRT and synthetic HRT?
HRT stands for hormone replacement therapy. This differs from BHRT in the type of hormone used. Traditional HRT uses synthetic hormones many times created in a lab. They have a tendency to increase LDL (bad cholesterol) and decrease HDL (good cholesterol). Synthetic estrogens may produce metabolites that promote inflammation, leading to high blood pressure, heart disease, strokes, blood clots and cancer.

What about the over the counter herbal products?
The over the counter products are plant estrogens. These include soy and black cohosh. They are not identical to the human hormones.

Won’t I gain weight ?
Many women going through menopause do gain weight. Women on synthetic hormones may gain 10 to 20 pounds. Women who are on BHRT may gain less.

Will BHRT help my sex drive?
Keeping your hormones in balance and at optimal levels will help maintain a healthy sex drive.

How long will I take BHRT?
Indefinitely. By maintaining the proper levels of hormones, you will increase your health, strength, vitality and quality of life. You will also be protecting yourself against many afflictions such as osteoporosis, Alzheimer’s, colon cancer, and dementia.

Where can I get BHRT?
You can get BHRT by making an appointment with one of the physicians at Complete Healthcare for Women. Our expert physicians will work with you with customize a hormone therapy just for you. Contact us today at (614)882-4343. We look forward to hearing from you soon!