Hormone levels naturally decline with age, leading to deficiencies that cause various symptoms. Common deficiencies include estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid, melatonin, and DHEA. Recognizing the signs and treating deficiencies is key for optimal health.
Declining estrogen levels in women lead to hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, mood changes, trouble sleeping, and bone loss. Progesterone regulates estrogen and supports pregnancy, normal cycles and bone health. Deficiency causes irregular cycles, heavy bleeding, and fertility issues.
In both men and women, low testosterone causes fatigue, muscle loss, weight gain, low libido, erectile dysfunction, and mood issues like depression. Testing levels is important for treatment.
An underactive thyroid slows metabolism causing fatigue, weight gain and feeling cold. Melatonin regulates sleep cycles and deficiency leads to insomnia. Declining DHEA, an adrenal hormone, causes low energy, bone loss, and impaired immunity.
Bioidentical hormone therapy uses plant-derived hormones identical to those naturally produced by the body to restore optimal levels. It is customized based on symptoms and lab testing.
Benefits include relief of deficiency symptoms, improved sleep, energy and mental health, increased bone density, easier weight management, and better sexual health and intimacy. Balanced hormones support overall vitality through midlife and beyond.
Bioidentical hormones are available in convenient creams, pills, pellets, gels and injectables. Our practitioners select the optimal delivery method based on the patient’s needs and preferences. We offer short and long-acting options for flexible dosing.
Our specialized practitioners use an integrative approach focused on uncovering root causes and customizing treatment plans with bioidentical hormones and lifestyle recommendations based on labs and symptoms.
We provide ongoing monitoring and support to ensure optimal hormone balance is achieved and maintained long-term for sustained benefits. Our goal is to help patients feel their best at every age through individualized care.
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Balancing hormones through bioidentical replacement is most effective alongside nutrition, movement, stress reduction and other lifestyle measures that support the endocrine system:
* Anti-inflammatory diets reduce symptoms * Limit sugar, alcohol and caffeine which dysregulate hormones * Ensure adequate micronutrients like magnesium and B vitamins
* Incorporate strength training to build bone, muscle and balance hormones * Regular cardio exercise helps manage weight, energy, sleep and mood * Yoga, stretching and outdoor activities like hiking reduce stress
* Prioritize sleep for hormone and immune system recovery * Relaxation practices like meditation, massage and sauna bathing * Healthy connections with community and loved ones reduces cortisol
We partner with local providers like nutritionists, acupuncturists, yoga studios and gyms to offer adjunct support services that optimize hormone therapy outcomes.
* Cody Nutrition & Wellness Clinic * Flow Yoga Studio * Orange Theory Fitness
With an integrative approach focused on the foundations of health, balanced bioidentical hormones can transform symptoms, vitality and quality of life. Balance Health Clinic specializes in uncovering root causes and customizing treatment for optimal success.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. However, some small studies suggest bioidentical progesterone may carry less breast cancer risk. More research is needed to fully understand the risks and benefits compared to traditional hormone therapy.
