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ALSO SEE: WOMEN'S HEALTH
 Menopause Discomfort
AN alternative approach
Menopause is not a disease of course, but rather a normal and
necessary life transition. Some women pass through this time in
their life without difficulty, others have a much more difficult
time.
Until recently hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or estrogen
replacement therapy (ERT) was the standard of care. The large study
called the Woman's Health Initiative, raised serious doubts as to
the safety of HRT, specifically Prempro. HRT did decrease the
incidence of osteoporosis but increased breast cancer, cognitive
decline and had many other negative effects. As a result many women
have stopped HRT and are looking for alternatives.
The good news is healthy alternatives do exist and there are
several. All approaches should include proper nutritional and
lifestyle activities. Many Chinese herbal formulas and Western
herbs have proven to be beneficial. Hormone precursors in my
experience are very effective. A precursor hormone is a substance
you take which provides the material for your body to increase its
own hormone production. Excellent results with essentially no side
effects if taken correctly. Acupuncture has been shown in various
studies to improve the feeling of well being, decrease or eliminate
hot flashes and sweating, relieve insomnia and have other beneficial
effects on menopausal symptoms.
There are a variety of approaches to assist you through this
phase of your life. We will present you with your various
options including conventional HRT, Bioidentical hormones, both
Chinese and Western herbal medicine approaches, hormone precursors
and other approaches. If you desire an approach we don't
offer, we will direct you to those that can assist you. We are
an excellent resource to assist you during this phase of your life.
If you are ready for a healthy alternative, give us a call. We
can help.
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