What are Bio-Identical Hormones?

Bio-Identical Hormones are molecule-by-molecule exactly the same as the hormones our bodies naturally create. Many of the bio-Identical hormones we use are compounded and extracted from plant sources such as soybeans and wild yams. These plant sources are targeted because their composition allows us to compound and extract hormones identical to those produced in the human body while maintaining cost-effectiveness. We currently have the technology and access to provide Bio-Identical hormone supplementation for Estrogen, Testosterone, Progesterone, Cortisol, DHEA, and Estradiol.

Synthetic hormones such as Premarin and Provera are intentionally different. We advise against the use of synthetic hormones whenever possible because of the negative side effects and known associated risks. Synthetic hormones are substances that interact with the body’s hormone receptors to mimic the interaction that hormones would have in the body. These do not effectively act as a replacement for the hormones the body needs to function because their molecular structures are altered in order to allow pharmaceutical companies to patent and brand them as their exclusive product. These substances often produce negative side effects due to the pharmaceutically-patented side chains present in these synthetic molecules. These side effects include blood clotting, heart attacks, strokes, and various forms of cancers.

Consequently, we ONLY provide Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy to give our patients the most natural, low-risk form of hormone therapy available.