What is Bioidentical (Bio-equivalent) Hormone Replacement Therapy?
Bio-equivalent Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is a prescription alternative to conventional hormone replacement therapy (conjugated estrogens, medroxyprogesterone, etc.). Bioidentical medications are plant-derived, and chemically changed in a laboratory until they are identical to what your body would naturally produce. BHRT is customizeable; in other words, it can be adjusted to fit your needs, unlike conventional HRT, which has a few standard dosage strengths. What are the goals of BHRT? Alleviate symptoms caused by the natural decrease in hormone production in the body Reestablish the individual’s hormonal balance Provide protective benefits that were originally provided by the body’s naturally occurring hormones What are the benefits of BHRT? BHRT offers a number of health-related benefits: Helps in the prevention of Osteoporosis and restoration of bone strength Protection against heart disease and stroke Reduced hot flashes and reduced vaginal dryness Muscle mass and strength
