I was in late perimenopause, experiencing hot flashes, racing heart, low mood and energy, irritability, vaginal dryness and a general bleak outlook on life. I went to a traditional MD and was prescribed an anti-depressant as well as birth control pills. I have always been an advocate for my own health so I looked around to find another option besides those powerful drugs. I found another health care provider who listened intently to my symptoms and distress and she offered the option of bioidentical hormone therapy. I had never heard of it. After describing this option to me in great detail, and after researching on my own, I began using sublingual tablets. That was 15 years ago and I have never looked back. All my symptoms were resolved, and I have had no adverse reaction to the therapy. I go yearly to be checked, blood work, breast exam, pap, and I have had a clean bill of health. I would never want this option to be taken away. It has been effective, safe, cost effective and has greatly helped my life.