Guest guest Posted August 2, 2002 Report Share Posted August 2, 2002 Dear Reader, Hormone replacement therapy is under fire with the recent termination of the Heart and Estrogen/Progestin Replacement Study (HERS), a large study, involving 27,000 women. HERS researchers found that women taking Prempro had a slight but statistically significant increased risk of invasive breast cancer, stroke, blood clots, and heart attack compared to the women in the study who were taking a placebo. I have never recommended the unnatural estrogens (from pregnant mares' urine, for gosh sake) and progestins (a synthetic imitation of progesterone riddled with side effects) used in this study. However, I am a firm believer in the benefits of natural or bio-identical hormone replacement therapy - hormones that are identical to those produced in a woman's body. Physicians who prescribe natural hormones generally use one of two types of estrogen: tri-estrogen (tri-est) or bi-estrogen (bi-est). Both are specially made by compounding pharmacies using natural ingredients, and both contain estrogens that are exactly like those produced by the ovaries. Tri-est, as its name suggests, contains three types of estrogen: 10% estradiol, 10% estrone, and 80% estriol. Bi-est contains two: 20% estradiol and 80% estriol. Although I think both of these bio-identical estrogen replacements are good, contrary to what was stated in the July 19 e-letter, I prefer bi-est. Both formulations contain a preponderance of estriol, the weakest, yet safest form of estrogen that has been show to blunt the negative effects of stronger estrogens. Adding a little estradiol, the most active estrogen, enhances its effects. I prefer not to add estrone, for this type of estrogen is already quite plentiful in most postmenopausal women. The bottom line is that both bi-est and tri-est relieve menopausal symptoms, improve bone mass, and enhance overall well-being. For women who opt not to use HRT of any kind, and those who need extra help with menopausal symptoms, there are two important nutrients I recommend: black cohosh and dong quai. These herbs help you maintain normal estrogen levels and stabilize your mood during menopause. Also, to help balance hormones and ease the unpleasant symptoms associated with menopause, I recommend adding soy and soy isoflavones to your diet. To learn more about how these natural herbs can help you during menopause go to http://63.73.158.58/cgi-bin/gx.cgi/mcp? p=041RtC041RtA41dbj012000mnB10nB6i To your good health, Julian Whitaker, MD P.S. This new research confirms what many of us have believed for years - HRT can be a dangerous way to relieve your menopausal symptoms. With black cohosh, dong quai and soy, you'll feel better without creating more troubling concerns. To learn more, go to http://63.73.158.58/cgi-bin/gx.cgi/mcp? p=041RtB041RtA41dbj012000mnB10nB6i ************ TO UNSUBSCRIBE ************ You are receiving this email at angelprincessjo because you indicated an interest in receiving special updates and offers from Dr. Whitaker. We hope that you find these updates helpful, but if you would rather not receive them, simply forward this message to jwunsub1?Subject=. You will be d from our database within 5-7 business days. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. please include in your reply annmn:[041RtA041RtA41dbj012000mnB10nB6i] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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