What to Know About Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
September 20, 2024
Hormone health impacts more than just your sex life, affecting sleep, mood, energy, weight, and more. Some hormone fluctuations are normal, but when certain levels become too low, symptoms begin to surface that lower your quality of life. Thankfully, there’s a solution! This guide explains what bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is, its benefits for both men and women, and how our compounding pharmacy can provide the exact dose your body needs so you can get back to feeling like yourself again!
What is bioidentical hormone replacement therapy?
You may be familiar with hormone replacement already, but the term “bioidentical” might be new to you. Unlike traditional HRT which uses synthetic hormones made from animal products, bioidentical hormones are sourced from plants and actually are identical in chemical composition to your body’s natural hormones. BHRT is an effective alternative that produces the same results– getting your hormone levels back to normal. At our compounding pharmacy, you can get personalized doses in your preferred delivery method, such as suppositories, capsules, troches, creams, gels, and more.
What causes hormonal imbalances?
So why do hormone levels fluctuate in the first place? Pregnancy, the effects of stress on the body, poor lifestyle choices, medication side effects, and chronic conditions are all factors in why you may be experiencing a hormone imbalance. Taking a hormone test is the best way to find out which hormones are out of whack, and we offer a Comprehensive Female Hormone Test Kit as well as a Hormone Test Kit for men.
BHRT for Men
BHRT formulas that include testosterone replacement therapy is one of the natural ways to increase testosterone levels, whether you’re dealing with erectile dysfunction, hypogonadism, or age-related andropause. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can restore vitality, improve muscle growth, boost metabolism, support hair regrowth, and of course, encourage optimal sexual drive and performance.
BHRT for Women
Hormone therapy for women is often prescribed for those going through the menopausal transition, but BHRT can also be used to support healthy testosterone levels in women in addition to raising estrogen and progesterone levels no matter what phase of life you’re in. Bioidentical hormone therapy benefits include reducing vaginal dryness and boosting libido, balancing mood, making it a little easier to manage your weight, supporting strong bones and reducing your risk of osteoporosis.
BHRT for Thyroid Hormones
Additionally, common thyroid problems such as hypothyroidism can also be treated with BHRT. Hypothyroidism is characterized by symptoms such as sensitivity to the cold, hair loss, unexplained weight gain, and chronic fatigue and can often be the result of an autoimmune condition called Hashimoto’s Disease. We can make custom formulations of thyroid hormones that are delivered directly to your body to give your hormone levels a natural boost and improve your symptoms.
Request a consultation regarding bioidentical hormone replacement therapy today. We can help you get a prescription and then custom-make a BHRT dose that’s just for you and in a form that’s most convenient, from creams and gels to capsules and more!
