Wiley Protocol

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) What It Is BHRT uses hormones that are chemically identical to those your body naturally produces (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, etc.). It's used to restore hormonal balance, particularly during perimenopause, menopause, or andropause (men). Common Symptoms That May Indicate You Need It For Women: Hot flashes/night sweats Mood swings, anxiety, or depression Low libido Vaginal dryness Sleep problems Brain fog or memory issues Fatigue or weight gain For Men: Low energy or fatigue Decreased muscle mass Low sex drive Mood changes or irritability Brain fog How to Know for Sure You need blood or saliva hormone testing from a doctor. Look into: BodyLogicMD – nationwide network of BHRT-specialized physicians Evexipel – pellet therapy specialists with certified providers Wiley Protocol practitioners – for a specific cyclical dosing approach Midi Health – telehealth option focused on women's hormonal health Your OB-GYN or functional medicine doctor Important Note Always work with a qualified healthcare provider — self-diagnosing isn't recommended since symptoms overlap with many conditions. Would you like more detail on any specific aspect?

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BHRT vs Traditional HRT: A Practical Guide Quick Reality Check First The "BHRT vs HRT" debate is partly marketing-driven. Here's what actually matters: FDA-Approved Options (Generally Recommended First) These are well-studied with known safety profiles: Estrogen: Vivelle-Dot (patch) – widely trusted, consistent dosing Estrace (oral/cream) – affordable, widely available Divigel/Elestrin (gel) – easy application Progesterone: Prometrium – bioidentical AND FDA-approved (best of both worlds) Where to get: Your OB/GYN, primary care doctor, or Midi Health (telehealth, highly rated for menopause care) Compounded BHRT (More Controversial) Not FDA-regulated for consistency or purity Wiley Protocol and many compounding pharmacies make claims not fully backed by research May be appropriate if you have allergies to fillers or need custom dosing If you pursue this: Use PCAB-accredited compounding pharmacies only Best Starting Points Midi Health (telehealth, menopause specialists) Alloy (online, affordable) The Menopause Society – find a certified practitioner at menopause.org Bottom line: Ask for FDA-approved bioidentical options like Prometrium + a patch first. Would you like more detail on any specific symptom you're treating?

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