Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) at Soma & Soul Wellness in Toronto Beaches supports your health by restoring balance and helping you feel like yourself again.
Bioidentical hormones are man-made hormones that are chemically identical to those that are produced within your body. They are commonly used in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to help balance hormones in people experiencing the deficiencies and imbalances associated with perimenopause and menopause.
These hormones are typically derived from plant sources like soy or yams and can include estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.
They come in various forms, including pills, creams, gels, patches and injections. These hormones can be produced by pharmaceutical manufacturers and/or compounding pharmacies.
In Ontario, bioidentical hormones require a prescription from a licensed practitioner and proper management to ensure safety and appropriate dosing to help you feel your best.
Your hormones work as a complex communication system, coordinating everything from growth, metabolic rate, mood, immunity, and libido. Common hormones that are used for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) are estrogen, progesterone, DHEAs and testosterone.
When your hormones drop or become unbalanced, hormone replacement therapy can ease and improve symptoms.
BHRT might be a solution for you. Book a consultation at our Toronto Beaches clinic to learn more about BHRT and see if it’s right for you.
Our hormones are constantly shifting throughout our menstrual cycle, and these fluctuations can significantly affect our well-being.
Factors like age, egg reserve, nutrition, stress, insulin regulation, and testosterone levels—especially in conditions like PCOS—play a crucial role in how these hormonal changes manifest.
BHRT offers a natural way to restore hormonal balance, helping to alleviate many of the discomforts and symptoms associated with hormonal imbalances.
For women in Toronto experiencing perimenopause or dealing with conditions like PCOS, BHRT can provide relief by:
Emerging research continues to highlight the benefits of hormone therapy for overall health. Studies suggest that BHRT can support brain health, improve libido and pelvic floor health, elevate mood, and enhance cardiovascular and metabolic health.
By restoring hormonal balance, BHRT aims to help you feel your best at every stage of life.
BHRT is a natural approach to hormone therapy that uses hormones identical to those our bodies produce.
Bioidentical hormones are designed to mimic the hormones your body naturally makes, providing a harmonious and effective solution to hormonal imbalances.
Whatever your hormonal concern may be, the major benefit of working with Naturopathic Doctors at Soma and Soul Wellness in Toronto Beaches is our personalized approach.
Unlike conventional hormone management, we customize your hormone therapy to fit your unique wellness needs. We closely monitor your progress, making adjustments as necessary to ensure your hormone levels are balanced and you feel your best.
As women age and hormone production naturally slow, declining hormones can cause hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood swings, weight gain, sleep difficulty, brain fog and memory loss.
BHRT replaces and balances hormone levels with commonly prescribed “natural” hormones such as estrogen and progesterone.
Women who choose BHRT often experience:
Women across Toronto Beaches and the East End are finding relief from the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause through personalized BHRT at Soma & Soul.
Bioidentical hormones mirror your natural hormonal composition.
Clinical studies have shown that bioidentical hormones potentially result in fewer side effects than synthetic hormones while providing better relief of symptoms.
Some studies show that synthetic hormones, in addition to being less compatible with your body, can increase the risk of other health conditions.
At Soma & Soul Wellness, our Toronto Beaches Naturopaths take the time to explain your options and help you make an informed decision about your hormone health.
Like any hormone-based therapy, bioidentical hormones do carry some risks. The method of delivery can affect the risk factors; for example, oral estrogen carries more risks than topical estrogen.
The best way to determine if bioidentical hormone therapy is right for you is to speak with one of our Naturopathic Doctors at our Toronto Beaches wellness clinic.
Bioidentical hormones can be taken in several ways: orally, topically as a cream or gel, vaginally, or as a patch.
The best method and dosage depend on your symptoms and individual needs.
To find the ideal way to take your hormones for your unique health goals, have a conversation with one of our Naturopathic Doctors. They will help you determine the most effective and convenient option for you.
Our naturopathic doctors in Toronto Beaches will review your symptoms, history, and goals to determine if BHRT is right for you.
