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 Natural
Hormone Replacement Therapy (NHRT) means the chemical
makeup of the replacement hormone is bio-identical to the
hormones produced in the human body. They are plant-derived
hormones which can follow the body’s natural hormonal pathways
allowing the body to regain its natural balance. The
commercially available products, “synthetics,” are either
chemically altered or originate from animal sources and can
not be utilized by the body in the same way, thereby producing
unwanted side effects.
Since
women are no longer willing to accept the risks associated
with synthetic hormones, they are searching for a safer alternative.
Today, it is estimated that two million women are now benefiting
from Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy.
What
are the Benefits of Natural Hormone Replacement ?
Advantages of NHRT for perimenopausal and menopausal women
include all the well documented benefits of HRT, such as relief
of menopausal symptoms and reducing the risk of osteoporosis
and cardiovascular disease, but without the unwanted side
effects and risks associated with synthetic hormones. Benefits
include:
-
less fluid retention
- less
incidence of depression
- less
breast tenderness
- less
insomnia
- less
breakthrough bleeding
Another
advantage is the availability of various dosage forms and
specific dosing that can be specially compounded to meet the
individual needs of each woman. Options include:
- transdermal
gels
- sustained
released capsules
- lozenges
(troches)
- suppositories
- vaginal
creams
How
to get Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy?
If you decide that NHRT is for you, ask your doctor. Since
every woman is unique and will respond to therapy in her own
way, hormone replacement needs to be carefully initiated after
a complete evaluation and consultation.
At
Conlin’s Pharmacy, we
can help. Our Women’s Healthcare Specialist can answer your
questions about Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy and increase
your awareness on women’s health issues by providing you with
the latest information. So call and schedule your consultation
today and receive a free copy of Dr. Jonathan Wright’s book,
Natural Hormone Replacement: For Women Over 45.
Sandra
K. Kalil R. Ph.
Specialty
Training in
Women’s Health Issues and Menopause
978-552-1756
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