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Natural HormonesThe term "natural" is confusing when it is used in connection with hormones. When it is said that a hormone is "natural," it's referring to the molecules that make up the structure of the hormone. A natural hormone has a chemical structure that is identical to the hormone naturally produced by the body, which is why natural hormones are also called “bioidentical” hormones.A "natural" hormone doesn't necessarily mean that it is an organic product purchased in a health food store. Actually, many "natural" hormones are synthesized in laboratories using pharmaceutical-grade products. The important thing to remember is that for a hormone to be considered "natural" its structure must exactly match the structure of the hormones produced in your body. A "synthetic" hormone, on the other hand, may have a structure similar to, but not exactly the same as, a hormone produced by your body. However, these chemical differences can mean that the synthetic hormone acts differently in your body and produces substantially different effects. "Natural" and "synthetic" hormones should not be considered the same or used interchangeably. Nov. 8 2005. Women's Health America, Inc. Copyright © 2005
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