Bio-Identicals: Sorting Myths from Facts

"A natural, safer alternative to dangerous prescription drugs"

Can slim you down by reducing hormonal imbalances"

"Prevents Alzheimer's disease and senility"

FDA is concerned that unfounded claims like these are misleading women and health care professionals about products known as "bio-identical hormone replacement therapy" (BHRT) for relief of the symptoms of menopause.

"BHRT" is a marketing term not recognized by FDA. Sellers of bio-identicals often claim that these "all-natural" pills, creams, lotions, and gels are without the risks of synthetic FDA-approved drugs for menopausal hormone therapy (MHT). FDA-approved MHT drug products provide effective relief of the symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness. They also can prevent thinning of bones."

Print out this article and take to your gyn when you see her if you have further questions.