For those who don't want to take Hormone Therapy due to the myriad of unwanted side effects, these patches are fantastic. They are easy on the system and work wonders. Supplements were always my go to (and they take longer to work, needing to build in your system) but patches are a much easier and better way to absorb the benefits. I've had all the symptoms but have never been an advocate for pharmaceuticals as I believe there are better ways. Each to their own.