Bio-identical Hormones

What are Bio-identical Hormones? As the name implies they are hormones that are identical to what your body produced when you reached puberty. They are molecularly identical and therefore not a foreign substance to your body. Your body has seen these hormones since puberty and are finely tunes to them. There are differences in response to the hormones but for the most part will react to its receptor in your body whereby having an effect.

These hormones are derived from natural plant sources and refined in the laboratory to an identical match to natural hormones. They are compounded in specific pharmacies that have the ability and expertise to make gels, creams , capsules and pellets. Compounding is an art form and a good relationship with the pharmacies is critical for success.

Bio-identical Hormones attach well to critical tissues in the body that are responsible for proper health and wellness. Synthetic (non-bio-identical) hormones do have a place in hormone replacement. Although they are not the first line treatment, they have been used effectively in management of menopausal symptoms. We do not limit our arsenal of treatment options and will try all options available whether bio-identical or not to formulate the best options for each individual.