Before I began taking bio-identical hormones I was struggling with depression, severe hot flashes, weight gain, and insomnia. I also have a genetic predisposition to osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s Disease, and watching my Mother and Grandmother suffer from these two debilitating issues was not only heartbreaking to watch but also was very concerning to me as I thought about my future health journey.
After discussing all the above concerns with my doctor he explained how bio-identical hormones could benefit me not only now but could lower my risk for Osteoporosis and even dementia in the future, while at the same time alleviating some of the issues I was experiencing at the time.
I did ask the question about the risk for Breast Cancer and he provided me with resources where I could do my own research and learn more about the difference between bio-identical and synthetic hormones. (There is a BIG difference. )
I decided to try estrogen, progesterone, and a small dose of testosterone. The difference has been astounding as far as alleviating the issues I was struggling with. Prior to supplementing with hormones, a bone scan had revealed that in my early 50s I was already experiencing some osteopenia (moderate loss of bone density). After two years of hormone therapy and lots of vitamin D, my bone density had improved and now, stabilized at the age of 60.
These hormones are vital to my overall health, both presently and for the future as well.