| by Jim Porter, Doctor of Pharmacy
A majority of women think that their hormones are working normally because they may have few or no symptoms, however, they may not be not aware of their whole body functionality, or of the possibility of several potentially serious "hidden "impending health issues.
We are the only practitioner that we know of which incorporates all of the safe and effective available natural protocol types into our patient's dosage regimens, individualized for each patient. This gives us a huge advantage (in most cases) to be even more natural, as we can work with functional endocrinology to effectively help our own bodies with more efficient production and use of our own hormonal system - even if a female is menopausal or post hysterectomy.
Natural hormone balance is achieved using Human Bio-Identical Hormones combined with specialized concentrated natural Protomorphogens, concentrated specialized whole food extracts, whole food nutrition, Glandular Extracts, and other quality natural methods. Usually this can be done in the same patient, with even more predictability and effectiveness.
Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
Bone loss occurs most often when our hormones are out of balance over a long period of time. But serious bone loss can occur, in certain situations, in a relatively short period of time. We offer several options of natural treatment for both Osteoporosis and Osteopenia. Calcium is very difficult to absorb into the body; most products on the market are much less than optimum for reversing and preventing these diseases. Talk to us - We can help in many cases to actually reverse these debilitating diseases. Prevention is usually very easy - with the correct protocol.
Libido Issues are a common complaint for women and men according to several area OB/GYN offices.
It is fairly common knowledge that low testosterone causes a decrease in libido. Testosterone imbalances can hinder not only our sex drive, but other functions as well, such as bone formation and function, muscle formation, memory issues, and a lot more.
Other hormone imbalances work negatively with these issues as well. We work with patients, and sometimes their physicians, in order to correct sexual issues, as well as the other above listed problems. We can offer suggestions for natural treatment of these health issues and more.
Drug Induced Nutrient Depletion
This is about maintaining good nutrition while using prescription drugs. Studies demonstrate that many commonly prescribed drugs cause the depletion of one or more nutrients. There is now information on over 1000 drugs that can cause the depletion of nutrients in humans. In the 34th annual survey of the top 200 drugs dispensed in the U.S., 11 of the top 20 drugs prescribed in 1998 were drugs that studies showed potential nutrient depletions. This is a problem that affects millions of people.
A few common examples of this depletion of nutrients are: Synthetic hormone therapy, several cholesterol medications, blood pressure medications, anti-inflammatory drugs, some diabetes medications, and a vast majority of antibiotics, although indirectly.
At Pharmacy Compounding Specialties, we have the capability and knowledge to help physicians and their patients determine if there are significant nutrient depletions occurring while taking prescription or non-prescription medications. We consult with the patient directly on the best course of action in order to rebalance the nutritional health of the patient, and we offer physicians and patients suggestions to eliminate these potentially severe deficiencies.
James W. Porter, RPH, DPH, is a pioneer and specializes in the field of bio-identical hormone replacement therapy as well as nutrition and natural options. Having been on the cutting edge of independent compounding pharmacy innovations since 1980, he specializes in the compounding of bio-identical hormones as well as natural options. He has improved the quality of life for thousands of patients. He has presented statewide to the medical community and the general public on hormone balance and nutrition.