Are There Any Supplements That Work As Well As Bioidentical Hormones?
We are often asked if there are any supplements that women can take that can help alleviate the symptoms of menopause.
There are, and here is a list of some that can help. However, these nutritional supplements should only be seen as an adjunct to, and not a replacement for, bioidentical hormone therapy.
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Black Cohosh
Black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) has been used to treat hot flashes and mood swings. It helps reduce the symptoms of menopause because it contains phytoestrogens, a plant chemical with similar effects to estrogen.
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Maca Root
Maca may also be used to help with hot flashes and sleep issues. One small study found those who received Maca had reduced symptoms of depression, and the supplement also helped lower their blood pressure.
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Calcium
Though not used to alleviate the symptoms of menopause per se, menopausal women should take calcium to try to strengthen bones and prevent osteoporosis. Bone loss is common among menopausal women.
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Evening Primrose Oil
Evening primrose oil (EPO) is made from a yellow flowering plant native to North and South America. Some say that it can potentially help with hot flashes, but there is little clinical evidence to back up these assertions.
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Red Clover
Like Black cohosh, Red clover is a phytoestrogen. There is clinical evidence that indicates that Red clover can help reduce hot flashes.
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Bioidentical Hormone Therapy
While these nutritional supplements may help in some small way to alleviate some of the symptoms of menopause, none of them is a substitute for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy has become the preferred treatment for women who are suffering from the symptoms of age-related hormone decline and specifically for the most debilitating symptoms of menopause.
Bioidentical hormones may be delivered in several forms depending on your needs and lifestyle. Our doctors prefer Hormone Pellet Therapy. You may need a prescription for bioidentical progesterone, estrogen, testosterone, or any combination thereof.
If you are between the ages of 35-55, look for these signs and symptoms of your hormone levels being low or out of balance:
- Weakness and fatigue
- Depression and mood swings
- Weight gain
- Loss of muscle tone
- Insomnia and/or disturbed sleep patterns
- Loss of libido and other sexual health issues
- Night sweats
- Hot flashes
The only way to know if you qualify for bioidentical hormone therapy is through a series of specific diagnostic tests. If your levels of any critical age-related hormones are determined to be sub-optimal or otherwise imbalanced, you may meet the criteria for bioidentical hormone therapy.
What Every Woman Needs to Know Bioidentical Hormone Pellet Therapy
Prescription hormone replacement therapy for women is available via injection, topical creams or gels, skin patches, subdermal pellets, or oral medication.
We specialize in bioidentical pellet therapies. Dallas Anti-Aging & Wellness is a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.
Our commitment is to help our patients feel young, youthful, and energized. We offer bioidentical hormone therapy treatments as well as highly specialized procedures designed to meet the personal needs of our patients and to reverse the effects of aging and energy loss caused by menopause.
Working with our highly trained and professional staff, you’ll be able to achieve a renewed outlook and regain the vitality of your youth. Our medical director is Dr. Escobar, a Texas licensed physician, has been practicing internal medicine for the last 25 years.
At Dallas Anti-Aging & Wellness, Dr. Escobar has experience with treating erectile dysfunction, balancing hormones with hormone pellet therapy, and has been trained in aesthetic procedures with Botox® and facial fillers.
Dr. Escobar has a warm bedside manner and spends time with his patients listening to their symptoms and is bi-lingual. He is also a member of the Texas Medical Association and the American Academy of Anti-Aging (A4M), where his training specifically focused on endocrinology.
“I thought that maybe I could treat my hot flashes and night sweats with over-the-counter supplements and herbal treatments. They offered some relief for a time, but I was still suffering. I was unsure about the risks of hormone replacement, but Dallas Anti-Aging and Wellness put me right at ease when they explained about bioidentical hormones. Now, I am seeing some real relief, and life is good!
Penny B, Ft. Worth, TX
If you would like to learn a little bit more about the many life-changing benefits of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, please click here to contact us today or call us at (214) 646-1523.
