How does Bio-Identical Hormone replacement therapy benefit women?
Bio-Identical hormones have been proven time and time again, both in clinical practice and in research, to be better tolerated than synthetic hormones with fewer side effects.They can reduce or relieve the symptoms of menopause including:· Hot flashes and night sweats· Increased anxiety, depression and mood swings· Vaginal dryness, vaginal atrophy and painful urination· Loss of concentration and memory function· Diminished sex drive· Loss of muscle strengthThey may also reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol, increasing HDL (good) cholesterol, decreasing blood pressure and decreased clotting factors.BHRT has also been studied in the prevention of Osteoporosis and the possible prevention of Alzheimer’s disease.
