11/18/2025
Let’s talk about something most women DON’T know about: BHRT (Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy). 💊
If you’re in perimenopause or postmenopause and considering hormone therapy, you’ve probably heard about HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy), but did you know there’s ANOTHER option?
Here’s the difference:
CONVENTIONAL HRT:
❌ Uses synthetic hormones (often derived from pregnant horse urine or lab-created)
❌ Includes synthetic progestins, which are NOT the same as natural progesterone
❌Synthetic progestins have been linked to increased risks (breast cancer, blood clots, stroke) in some studies
BHRT (Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy):
✅Uses hormones that are molecularly IDENTICAL to the hormones your body produces naturally
✅Derived from plant sources (soy, yams) but synthesized in a lab to match human hormones exactly
✅Includes bioidentical estradiol, estriol, progesterone (NOT progestin!), and testosterone
✅Research shows bioidentical progesterone has a LOWER breast cancer risk than synthetic progestins!
WHY THIS MATTERS:
➡️ BHRT may be safer than conventional HRT (especially bioidentical progesterone vs. synthetic progestins!)
➡️BHRT supports bone density, cardiovascular health, and cognitive function
➡️Many women don’t know BHRT exists (and their doctors may not mention it!)
💬 SO—if you’re considering HRT, here’s what to ask your doctor:
“Can I use bioidentical estradiol instead of synthetic estrogen?”
“Can I use bioidentical progesterone instead of synthetic progestins?”
“What are the risks and benefits of BHRT vs. conventional HRT for ME?”
IMPORTANT:
👉 This is NOT medical advice! Always talk to your doctor (preferably a menopause specialist or functional medicine doctor) about what’s right for YOUR body!
But you deserve to know ALL your options! 💪💛
🤔Did you know about bioidentical hormone therapy? Drop a comment below!