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Hormone replacement therapy is in the news.... for
reasons you may not have expected. A major government study on the effects
of combination hormone therapy ( estrogen and progestin ) was stopped three
years early because the risks outweighed the benefits for the majority of
participants. For years women have be told that this therapy would protect
them against heart disease, thinning bones and lagging libido- among other
things.The study has found that use of the hormones does not in fact provide
many of these benefits, and even seems to increase the risk of heart disease
and some forms of cancer. All this was reported in the journal of the
American Medical Association and the journal of National Cancer institute.
What's a woman to do ? First, discuss with your doctor. If you are currently
on hormone therapy and you wish to work with your doctor to wean off, you
need to know that it is best to be weaned off your drugs over a period of
time - up to six months. Just stopping can cause severe menopausal symptoms.
MAke sure to follow your doctor's plan for weaning you off your medication.
What can you do instead of using hormones? Many studies have shown that
using phytoestrogens (from sources such as soy, black cohash, raspberry
leaf, red clover, etc.) can have very positive effects against menopausal
symptoms. Women around the world have discovered the benefits of Symmetry's
Female Balance for relieving hot flashes and night sweats, as well as its
effects on mood and even water retention. While this formula does contain
some important phytoestrogens, it is based on a mixture of Chinese herbs and
Western phytoestrogens balance and protect- to give you symmetry! Some women
take it every day, others take it just when they feel the need. Some women
have also found the same benefits from taking Symmetry's Bio- Infinity. Some
take just the maintenance dose and others may take extra. We also have a
large group of users who combine the benefits of these two products. I also
suggest the use of our Advance Omega. The essential fatty acids are
precursors to eicosanoids, including proftaglandins, substances with many
biological activities. This is why essential fatty acids are benefical for
such a wide range health conditions, including hormonal functions. |
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