Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. As we age, our hormone levels decline, leading to unpleasant symptoms. Replacing these declining hormones with bioidentical hormones can help alleviate symptoms and promote better health and vitality.
Bioidentical hormones are man-made hormones that are chemically identical to those produced naturally in the human body. Some examples include estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, and melatonin.
Hormones act as chemical messengers, coordinating various bodily functions. Some key roles include:
Replacing declining hormones can:
When expertly formulated and monitored, bioidentical hormone therapy offers a safe and effective option for hormone restoration.
Bioidentical hormone replacement can benefit women and men whose hormone levels have declined due to:
As women approach menopause, production of estrogen and progesterone declines. This commonly causes symptoms like hot flashes, insomnia, vaginal dryness, anxiety, fatigue, and low libido.
Bioidentical estrogen and progesterone therapy can effectively treat these symptoms while also promoting bone, heart, and brain health during the postmenopausal years.
In men, testosterone levels begin decreasing after age 30. Known as andropause, declining testosterone can lead to low energy, increased body fat, muscle loss, irritability, depression, erectile dysfunction, and reduced stamina.
Bioidentical testosterone therapy can safely and effectively treat low testosterone levels in men, restoring vitality and improving symptoms.
Conditions like adrenal fatigue, thyroid disorders, pituitary disease, chronic stress, diabetes, and endocrine-disrupting toxins can also negatively impact hormone levels. Bioidentical hormone replacement may benefit those with deficiencies stemming from these root causes when properly diagnosed and monitored by a trained hormone specialist.
While bioidentical hormones offer significant benefits, there are some risks and concerns to consider:
Imbalanced or elevated hormone levels can potentially worsen health risks for certain individuals. This makes regular testing and expert medical oversight essential components of bioidentical HRT done properly.
Bioidentical hormones don’t provide a quick fix. While properly administered replacement therapy alleviates troublesome symptoms, it works best alongside positive lifestyle changes that promote long-term wellness.
Bioidentical HRT may be inappropriate for certain medical conditions. Individual risks and benefits along with treatment objectives should always guide the therapy plan.
Yet for most patients deficient in key hormones, customized bioidentical hormone therapy, when expertly overseen, can greatly enhance wellbeing, vitality and quality of life from peri-to postmenopause and beyond.
At our clinic, we provide fully individualized GOLD STANDARD care centered around the key elements of proper bioidentical hormone replacement:
This includes extensive baseline labs plus ongoing monitoring to ensure ideal hormone balance tailored to the patient’s physiology and treatment goals.
We specialize in custom-blended bioidentical hormones using pure pharmaceutical-grade ingredients to meet each patient’s precise dosage needs.
Our highly trained practitioners have extensive expertise in endocrinology, anti-aging medicine and optimizing hormone balance for best patient outcomes.
In addition to expertly formulated hormone replacement protocols, we utilize diet, nutrition, stress reduction, targeted supplements and exercise plans to support optimal wellness from the inside out.
Many people don't realize that bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. They come from plant sources, but require processing to make them bioidentical, and there is still much we don't know about their long-term risks and benefits compared to conventional hormone therapy.
While bioidentical hormone therapy effectively alleviates deficiency symptoms, optimal results depend heavily on supportive lifestyle measures. We provide patients with tailored practical guidance on:
An anti-inflammatory nutrient-dense diet full of produce, healthy fats and lean proteins promotes vitality. We also address underlying digestive issues, food sensitivities and gut microbiome balance when needed.
Chronic stress significantly impacts endocrine health. We teach patients helpful tools like meditation, yoga, breathing practices and more to activate the body’s relaxation response.
Regular movement, bodywork and supportive self-care practices improve hormone balance plus overall health. We share our favorite local resources to encourage patients to prioritize essential self-care.
Exceptional local practitioners and establishments we frequently refer patients to include:
Treating hormone deficiencies earlier leads to better health outcomes in the long run. Our bodies give us signals when hormone balance is awry. Symptoms deserve proper medical attention, not dismissal as simply “part of aging". We specialize in listening and finding solutions.
The wide array of benefits well-administered bioidentical HRT offers makes it a wise investment, not vain extravagance. Assuring hormones are optimized is essential proactive self-care on par with proper nutrition, movement and stress reduction.
We commend patients for taking charge of their vitality and embracing their wise inner voice guiding them to explore bioidentical hormone replacement. Our outstanding patient outcomes speak volumes about the comprehensive care we offer. We feel privileged to guide patients through this transformative process towards elevated health and wellbeing at every age.
