Should We Be Without Hormones During Perimenopause and Menopause?
Many women ask me if hormone replacement is right for them. It is not a simple answer since each and every woman is different and unique in her chemical makeup, genetics, lifestyle, and what she defines as healthy. Because each woman is an individual, a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t get results and often frustrates the patient. Just as the body’s vitamins and minerals decline with age, the organs in women and men alike produce hormones that decline with age. Hormone replacement may not be for everyone, but it is important to understand the value of hormones in body functions and how our health declines without them. Unlike vitamins, minerals and enzymes […]
