Why Bioidentical Hormones

As people get older, they are prone to decreased bone density and muscle mass; increased body fat, blood sugars, and cholesterol; lack of energy; decreased libido; type-2 diabetes; and many other ailments. Many also begin to suffer from anxiety, symptoms of depression, and sleep disturbances. Research into these topics tells usthat a large part of these common afflictions that occur as we get older are likely due to a decrease in the levels of our natural hormones – particularly testosterone and/or estradiol. There’s been a search for anti-aging treatments for millennia and as it turns out, the answer lies within us. Many maladies are clearly linked to depletions in our hormone levels. Supplemental bioidentical hormones can restore energy, health, and reduce the risks of developing some of these debilitating conditions.

Increasing hormone levels could possibly eliminate 70-to-80% of osteoporosis, which leads to hip replacement, back pain, and other conditions. While decreasing hormone levels are often thought of as a “female” problem responsible for sleep disturbances, hot flashes, and fatigue, osteoporosis rates are climbing in men along with complaints of lack of energy, depression, and erectile dysfunction. All these problems may significantly improve with increased hormone levels. Many conditions can be alleviated in people who start to exhibit symptoms and signs of the aging process once they hit their 40’s or 50’s, and sometimes even earlier. Bioidentical hormones help in diminishing a host of problems, both physical and psychological.

Bioidentical hormones are hormones of the exact same chemical structures as those found in the human body. They are traditionally derived from an ingredient found in soy beans and yams. Non-bioidentical hormones – those that have a different molecular structure than hormones produced by humans - are responsible for the known health risks and side effects when “hormones” are used in humans. Bioidentical hormones are just that: identical. I am not aware of a single study showing bioidentical hormones are harmful when used in reasonable dosages, whereas many studies are now showing that many prescriptive, non-bioidentical hormones cause many side effects, even increased risk of cancer in some cases.

I recommend anyone who feels that they may be having symptoms due to hormone imbalance see a physician who specializes in bioidentical hormones. If you’d like to know more about bioidentical hormone therapy or to schedule an appointment with one of our BHRT specialists, please call our office at 512-473-8900 or contact us online.

I hope to see you in our clinic soon!

In good health,

Dr. Liesa