Natural Anti Aging

You may have come across the terms “Biomimetic Hormones” or “using bioidentical hormones biomimetically” in your reading on the subjects of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) , menopause, perimenopause, andropause, etc., and wondered what exactly this means.  Is the word “biomimetic” related to the word bioidentical?  Most definitely these words are related.  The following will explain more clearly the term “biomimetic hormones” and “biomimetic hormone replacement therapy”.

So what are biomimetic hormones?

Biomimetic hormones are natural bioidentical hormones used as hormone replacement therapy in a manner or “protocol” created by T.S. Wiley of Wiley Systems, Inc.  This protocol is known as “The Wiley Protocol”.

The Wiley Protocol is a natural bioidentical hormone therapy which restores declining hormone levels in a manner which more closely imitates the natural rise and fall of hormones in the body of a woman during the month.  Biomimetic hormone replacement uses the bioidentical hormones progesterone and estradiol and differs from the static dosing of bioidentical hormones in that the dosing more naturally replicates the 28 day cycle of the rise and fall of hormones.  Women using this “protocol” report an increased feeling of wellbeing, an end to hot flashes, greater quality of sleep, feel more energetic, happier and less moody.

Doctors who prescribe the Wiley Protocol and compounding pharmacists who fill prescriptions for women and men have all been certified and are qualified to provide the Wiley Protocol to their patients. The difficulty in obtaining the Wiley Protocol could be finding a doctor in Canada who is qualified in this system.  Currently, it is difficult for many, many women in Canada to even find a doctor who will prescribe bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.  There are some provinces in the country which do not even have a doctor to prescribe natural bioidentical hormones in the static dosing method. Hopefully, this scenario will change soon. Millions of baby boomer women are now in peri-menopause or menopause and need to find solutions to the symptoms they are suffering.  Some women are forced to travel to the United States to get the help they need and obtain natural bioidentical hormones.

Who is T.S. Wiley?

T.S. Wiley, the creator of the Wiley Protocol is the author of two books, “Sex, Lies & Menopause” and “Lights Out:  Sleep, Sugar and survival.”  She is also a researcher and lecturer on hormones and menopause and a medical theorist in environmental endocrinology and Darwinian medicine. She devised the Wiley Protocol which mimics the rise and fall of hormones using bioidentical hormones made from plant extracts after 12 years of research.

If you are interested in finding out more about natural hormone replacement therapy using the Wiley Protocol, you can visit the website at www.thewileyprotocol.com.

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Anti Aging Cosmetic Procedures - Juvederm

Another option for you to consider in regards to anti aging cosmetic surgery is the product Juvederm.  A friend I know just had a Juvederm procedure for her nasal labial folds which softens the smile lines that run from the side of your nose to just below your mouth.  She looked younger, like she had had a restful vacation full of sun, fun and total rest and relaxation.  She had the Juvederm procedure done on a Friday afternoon and was back at work on Monday.  It softened her whole look.  This is her new beauty secret, told only to me.  The anti-aging procedure cost her $500.  She told me that the doctor told her that it should last her for 7 months to one year.

Juvederm is a cosmetic surgery procedure which can be used in the frown lines, the smile lines, the vertical lip lines, for crow’s feet, cheek volume, lip volume, lines around the mouth and for chin and jaw volume.  It adds volume to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, lips and thinning skin, all results of hormonal changes, sun exposure, aging and the decline of collagen in our bodies. We already know that as we age, collagen and the hyaluronic acid in our bodies decreases and it is possible to replace these with supplements.  Cosmetic surgery fillers such as Juvederm, Botox, and Restylane, to name a few, can also help with this problem.  It is known that Hyaluronic acid cosmetic injections can also help with stimulating collagen production.

Juvederm is a patented technology called HYLACROSS that produces a smooth and consistent, replenishing injectable gel.  This technology produces very natural results.  It is also the first HA gel to demonstrate its effectiveness for all skin tones and its safety.  It consists of hyaluronic acid which is a natural occurring sugar in your body.  If you would like to read more about hyaluronic acid, please check our article on hyaluronic acid here by following the link.

What to expect at your doctor’s office?  Well, to begin with, there is no downtime which is important for the busy woman.  The doctor will give you either a topical or injectable anesthesia to numb any possible pain to the area to be treated.  The Juvederm is eased under the skin where the wrinkles or folds need to be filled.  It’s that simple.  You should avoid any strenuous exercise, alcoholic beverages, and exposure to freezing temperatures or to the sun for the first 24 hours after your Juvederm treatment.  In other words take it easy.  This whole process in the doctor’s office should take about 15 minutes to one half hour.  You will instantly see the results.  You may need a touch up appointment to get an optimal result.  As far as side effects are concerned, they are mild to moderate in nature and lasting less than seven days.  These side effects could include tenderness, bruising and redness which can be covered up with makeup.

There comes a time when we will need to get an anti aging cosmetic surgery.  Juvederm is one of products available for you.  There are other products also available such as Restylane, microdermabrasion, Botox, photofacials, Artesense, Radiesse, and Teosyal which can be read about in our article on anti aging cosmetic surgery. Find a cosmetic filler you like and check with your cosmetic surgery doctor for more information to find out which product he supports.  It’s all up to you.

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