Are Bioidentical Hormones Legit? What You Need to Know ASAP

You’ve probably heard the term “bioidentical hormones” tossed around like a wellness buzzword—but is it actually legit or just marketing fluff? Some people swear by them. Others say they don’t even exist. So what’s the real deal?

In this episode, I’m clearing up all the confusion around bioidentical hormones, what they really are (and aren’t), and why so many women are getting the wrong info from well-meaning providers, influencers, and even doctors. If you’ve ever been told they don’t exist, they’re only available as pellets, or they come without side effects… this one’s for you.

In this episode, I cover:

• What “bioidentical” actually means (hint: it’s not just marketing)

• The difference between bioidentical and synthetic hormones

• Why Prometrium and estradiol patches are bioidentical—even if they’re FDA-approved

• What makes something synthetic (like progestins or Premarin)

• Why pellets aren’t the only form of bioidentical hormone therapy

• When compounded hormones are helpful—and when they’re not required

• Whether you need a prescription (and what to watch for in OTC creams)

• Why your doctor might say “bioidentical isn’t real” (and why that’s not true)

• The myth that bioidentical hormones have no side effects

• How to work with your provider to stay safe and symptom-free

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Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet:  https://drcarriejones.kit.com/hormones101 

The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: https://drcarriejones.kit.com/labtestchecklist

 

The Symptoms of The Perimenopausal Transition (WTF…) Ebook: https://drcarriejones.kit.com/perimenopausesymptom 

 

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