
Bioidentical Hormones Explained: What They Are, How They Work & When to Use Them Safely
Bioidentical hormones are often misunderstood and either overused or avoided altogether.

Bioidentical hormones are often misunderstood and either overused or avoided altogether.

In this episode of The Hormone Café, Dr. Sarah Pederson breaks down bioidentical hormones—what they actually are, how they differ from synthetic hormones, and how they’re used safely and effectively in clinical practice. She walks through testosterone, progesterone, estrogen, and DHEA, explaining how each hormone functions in the body, the best delivery methods, and why dosing, timing, and personalization matter so much.