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How BHRT Supports Cardiovascular Health

1. What Is BHRT?

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy is  plant-based hormones identical to your body’s
– Customized based on lab tests and medical review
– Helps address menopause, andropause, fatigue, weight gain, and cardiovascular health

2. Hormones and Your Heart: The Overlooked Link

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– Hormones regulate blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation
– Declining levels (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone) = higher cardiovascular risk
– Hormone imbalance is a medical concern, not just a comfort issue

3. Estrogen’s Heart Benefits

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–  Keeps arteries flexible
–  Improves blood flow via nitric oxide
–  Lowers LDL, raises HDL
–  Reduces systemic inflammation

A drop in testosterone is common in men over 40 and women after menopause which can lead to weight gain, fatigue, and increased heart risk. 

4. Progesterone: A Heart Helper Too

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– Balances estrogen effects on the cardiovascular system
– Calms the nervous system
– Lowers blood pressure spikes
– Calms the nervous system
– Lowers blood pressure spikes
– Improves sleep
– BHRT replenishes low progesterone, especially in menopausal women

5. Testosterone’s Cardiovascular Role

–  Helps both men and women
–  Improves insulin sensitivity
–  Builds lean muscle → boosts metabolism
–  Reduces belly fat (linked to heart risk
–  Enhances circulation

6. BHRT Improves Cardiovascular Markers

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When guided by a provider, BHRT can:
– Lower LDL, raise HDL
– Reduce CRP + inflammation
– Stabilize blood pressure
– Improve blood sugar control
– Support healthy weight
– These are key to preventing cardiovascular disease

7. Why Supervised BHRT Matters

 Our personalized approach includes:
– Full hormone panels
– Cardiovascular screening
– Regular follow-up and dose adjustments
– Safer delivery methods (transdermal, sublingual, pellet)
– When done right, BHRT is safe, targeted, and effective

Final Thoughts: Your Heart Deserves Hormone Balance

If you’re over 40, feeling fatigued, gaining weight, or worried about heart disease—your hormones could be part of the reason. BHRT offers more than symptom relief. It’s a targeted solution to improve cardiovascular health and restores balance across your body.

Support your heart with personalized hormone care.

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Article Written By

Richard Koffler, MD

NPI Number- 1467557264
  • Dr. Koffler is a Physiatrist, specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
  • Graduated from the Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University in 1993 Dr. Koffler completed a one-year internship in internal medicine at Roosevelt Hospital in New York City.
  • Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Rusk Institute at NYU Medical Center in New York City. Board certified in 1998.
  • Trained in acupuncture at Helms Medical Institute at UCLA His medical practice incorporates proven conventional western medicine integrating eastern alternative practices.
  • Medical Director of several medical clinics in NYC, Stamford CT, and Miami Beach, FL.
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