Anti-Aging Hormone & Nutritional Therapies

Bio-identical hormones have the same chemical structure as hormones that are made by the human body. The difference between natural or bioidentical versus synthetic is in the molecular structure of the hormone.

In order for a replacement hormone to fully replicate the function of hormones that were originally produced and present in the human body, the chemical structure must exactly match the original. Structural differences that exist between synthetic and human hormones may be responsible for side effects that are experienced when non-bio-identical hormones are used for replacement therapy. Changing the molecular structure of the natural hormone to create a product that can be patented by a manufacturer produces synthetic hormones. A patented drug can be profitable to mass-produce.

The goal of any form of hormone replacement therapy should be to provide an adequate supply of the deficient hormone in a form that is as close as possible to that which the body originally produced, therefore resulting in normal physiologic effects. Every person is unique. Therefore, it is a sensible approach for health-care professionals and patients to work together to customize hormone replacement therapy.

The precise components of each person's therapy are determined after physical examination, medical history, symptoms, and laboratory testing are considered. Lab studies are done on a blood sample to assess the baseline hormone levels. Bio-identical hormones can be compounded in the needed strength and dosage form and administered via the most appropriate route to meet each individual's needs.

Compounding pharmacies make your prescription for you and you only. Made from plant extractions, they are an exact replica of your own hormones. The key to effective hormone replacement therapy, in summary, is individuality. Fixed doses do not allow for individualized, tailor-made treatment.

Goals of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy

• Alleviate the symptoms caused by the natural decrease in production of hormones by the body.
• Give the protective benefits which were originally provided by naturally occurring hormones.
• Re-establish a hormonal balance.