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Empowering Women to take charge of their quest for hormone balance on their journey to healthy living.
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Happy Hormone Cottage
25 W Franklin
(behind Joli Boutique)
Centerville, OH 45459
513-444-6343
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The Happy Hormone Cottage and the Three Myths!
Once upon a time in the Heart of Centerville was an adorable little cottage where a team of stunning patient counselors lived! They were terribly busy helping women and men navigate the muddy, muddy waters of hormone imbalance by educating them on the strategies for natural hormone balance through customized natural options. Everyone was happy learning new strategies that didn't involve antidepressants and drugs(!) and women left the cottage feeling validated and respected, AND feeling better than they had in years.
One day it came to the attention of Lyn, the director of the tiny little cottage, that somewhere in the land, 3 myths were being perpetuated. She got fed up and in a fit of energy, burst forth with these 3 "myth busters!"
Myth #1 "COMPOUNDED HORMONES ARE NOT FDA APPROVED"
The FDA's job is to approve manufactured drugs for the masses. WE customize therapy for one individual. So WE are strictly regulated by the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy.
**HOWEVER, each of the following hormones we use ARE FDA approved: testosterone, estradial, and progesterone.
Myth #2 "INSURANCE DOESN'T COVER COMPOUNDED THERAPY"
Actually most insurance companies DO cover not only the cost of compounding, but also reimburse for the cost of the saliva testing, as it is considered a billable lab fee.
Myth #3 "COMMERCIALLY-MADE BHRT PRODUCTS WILL PRODUCE THE SAME RESULTS"
Good luck with that! Commercially-made BHRT products are "one-size-fits-most", so the dosage can not be adjusted, we can not customize for the individual, so therefore expectations are not met.
For example, Prometrium®, the commercially-made progesterone capsule comes in only 2 doses: 100mg and 200mg. Prometrium® is dissolved in peanut oil and only lasts in the body for 6 hours. On top of that, the dosage can not be adjusted, so when the patient gets unexpected results, adjustments can not be made.
The commercially-made estrogen products on the market (the patches and gels) are developed by drug companies based on blood serum data. When one uses blood serum hormone levels, the levels have been depleted by the heart so they are very low. The result is that the drug companies make their products with WAY TOO MUCH ESTROGEN to compensate for these low levels. IF they would use saliva test results, where the hormones are being measured at the tissue level of cells, maybe their products would be dosed accordingly. Giving too much estrogen to an already estrogen dominant woman does not make sense and may actually increase the risk of breast cancer. Also, some of these products were approved by the FDA after only a 12-week study.
BONUS Myth #4 "COMPOUNDED TOPICAL HORMONE THERAPY INCREASES THE RISK OF BLOOD CLOTS"
Actually, oral estrogen has been shown to increase the risk of blood clots. We have several studies that show there is no risk of blood clotting with topical hormone replacement therapy.
Once these myths and untruths were addressed across the land, Lyn, her Happy Hormone Cottage and all who came to get tested, get treated and get better lived happily ever after!
The moral of the story is to always, always think for yourself. Do the research! It's out there! Become educated and empowered to make the right choice for YOU!
Warmly,
Lyn |
Restoring Hormonal Balance | | Bioidentical Hormone Therapy (BHT) is the replacement of deficient hormones with hormones that are chemically identical to those that the body naturally produces, but which have declined due to aging or illness.
BHT has improved the quality of life for millions of women who suffer from hormonal imbalance. The ideal process for achieving hormonal balance includes an assessment of hormone levels and complete evaluation of signs and symptoms, followed by replacement of the deficient hormones in the most appropriate dose via the most effective route for each woman, and monitoring to fine tune the therapy.
Estrogen is prescribed to relieve menopausal symptoms and treat postmenopausal problems such as vaginal dryness and tissue breakdown, painful intercourse, and various urinary disorders. Estrogens have been shown to decrease the risks of osteoporosis and colorectal cancer.
Progesterone is commonly prescribed for perimenopausal women to counteract "estrogen dominance", minimizes the risk of endometrial cancer in women who are receiving estrogen, and may enhance the beneficial effect of estrogen on lipid and cholesterol profiles. We do NOT recommend the use of synthetic imitations of progesterone, such as medroxyprogesterone acetate, which do not confer all of the benefits of natural progesterone.
Androgens are a class of hormones that include DHEA and testosterone, which are normally produced in a young healthy woman, and are important for libido as well as integrity of skin, bone, and muscle. When women enter menopause, testosterone and DHEA levels may decline. Experts now recognize the importance of supplementing androgens for women who are deficient.
While women have benefited from therapy with bioidentical estrogens, progesterone, and androgens, researchers and health care professionals realize that this is just the "tip of the iceberg" when it comes to achieving hormonal balance. Thyroid and adrenal function, as well as nutritional status, should also be evaluated and treated when indicated.
One of our professionals can help you to select the most appropriate nutritional supplements. We feature Dr. Wilson's Adrenal Rebuilder in 90 count and 150 count caplets in our online store. |
Mark your calendar for our upcoming events!!!
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Happy Hormone Hour
Tuesday, August 3
5:30pm
Beavercreek Senior Center
3868 Dayton Xenia Road
Beavercreek, OH 45434
For more information or to register please call Krissi Fedkow at 937-426-6166
Happy Hormone Coffee Hour
Wednesday, August 4
11:00am
At the Unique Celebrations Gathering Room (next to the cottage)
33 W. Franklin Street
Centerville, OH
All are invited to join us.
For more information please call the Happy Hormone Cottage at 513-444-6343
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| All of our upcoming events are listed at www.happyhormonecottage.com/events.htm. |
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