Bioidentical hormone doctors specialize in prescribing bioidentical hormone therapy to treat hormone imbalance and deficiencies. As leaders in the field of anti-aging and regenerative medicine, our Renew Wellness offers cutting-edge solutions to restore wellbeing and vitality. This guide will educate you on the basics of bioidentical hormones, common deficiency signs, the benefits of replacement therapy, and how our clinic can help transform your health.
Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. They are synthesized from plant compounds and tailored to perfectly match human hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and more.
When our bodies begin to produce less of these critical hormones due to aging, stress, or other issues, supplementing with bioidentical versions can help fill the void and resolve unpleasant symptoms.
The key difference from conventional therapy is that bioidentical hormones have the same effects on the body as our innate hormones - interact with cell receptors properly and metabolize without issue.
This makes them safer and ideal for long-term use under medical supervision. Let's explore why hormone levels commonly decline and the signs that you may benefit from replacement therapy.
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Hormone production peaks around age 25, then slowly drops approximately 1-3% per year in men and 8-10% per year in women. By age 50, most people produce only half their peak capacity. What causes this steep decline?
Natural aging - The endocrine glands and other hormone-secreting organs shrink and lose efficiency.
Chronic stress - Long-term stress hormones like cortisol inhibit the body's master glands.
Poor lifestyle - Lack of sleep, exercise, and a nutritious diet deprive glands of building blocks to manufacture hormones.
Environmental toxins - Plastics, pesticides, and chemicals found in our food, air, and water also disrupt delicate hormonal pathways.
While some fall in hormones is normal, too steep a drop leads to issues like:
Our hormones work together like an orchestra - when one section falls out of tune, it throws the whole body off-key. Symptoms develop slowly and intensify over months or years.
| Hormone | Deficiency Signs |
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| Estrogen |
* Hot flashes * Night sweats * Vaginal dryness * Mood swings * Trouble sleeping * Brain fog |
| Progesterone | * Heavy periods * Irregular cycles * PMS * Fibroids * Weight gain * Anxiety * Fatigue |
| Testosterone |
* Low libido * Erectile dysfunction * Muscle loss * Weight gain * Fatigue * Depression * Poor concentration |
| Thyroid (T3/T4) |
* Fatigue * Weight gain * Constipation * Cold intolerance * Hair loss * Dry skin * Impaired memory |
If you identify with several of these symptoms, bioidentical hormone therapy may help resolve the underlying imbalance, restoring wellness from head to toe.
Balancing hormones tickles every cell receptor just like your native hormones did in your youth. The advantages are numerous:
The longer you wait to address hormone decline, the harder it becomes to restore optimal balance. Early intervention is key. Our Renew Wellness specializes in advanced diagnostics to uncover subtle imbalances, plus we offer a wide range of bioidentical replacement options tailored to your unique needs.
With over 15 years of experience prescribing bioidentical hormones, our clinic stands out from ordinary medical practices in several key ways:
Cutting-Edge Diagnostic Testing - We dig deeper with advanced assessments of hormone metabolites to build a more complete picture of your status.
Personalized Care - Hormone therapy must be calibrated to each patient's physiology and healthcare goals. We take the time to listen and craft custom plans.
Convenient Treatment Options - In addition to pellet implants, we offer patches, creams, troches, and injectable SERMs for flexible dosing convenience.
Ongoing Support - Follow-up, lab monitoring, and dosage adjustments are crucial for safe, successful treatment. We're with you at every stage.
Holistic Guidance - Lifestyle, nutrition, and stress management counseling helps you get the most from therapy.
We also provide innovative Peptide Therapy for healing, recovery, and performance unlike any other clinic around. Our goal is to give you tools to thrive in every aspect of your life.
Now is the ideal time to take charge of your wellbeing. Even if you're unsure whether hormone therapy is right for you, come in for advanced testing and a free consultation. There's no obligation to proceed with treatment plans.
If you're considering treatment or recently started on a plan, here's a quick overview of how the process usually unfolds:
Step 1 - Initial Assessment
Your first appointment focuses on medical history, discussion of symptoms, plus a physical exam. Baseline hormone blood panels provide hard data on status. Follow-up testing of hormone metabolites gives additional insights. These advanced diagnostics set the stage for optimal therapy.
Step 2 - Prescribing Bioidentical Hormones
With lab analysis completed, we create a therapeutic program tailored to your hormone profile, lifestyle goals, and treatment preferences - pellet implants, creams, patches, SERMs, etc. Follow-up bloodwork helps gauge response and fine-tune dosing.
Step 3 - Follow Up & Adjustment
Expect to return around 6 weeks after initiating treatment as effects become apparent. We'll evaluate progress, repeat labs, and make dosage changes if needed. Routine follow-up every 4-6 months provides continuity of care.
Step 4 - Lifestyle Support
You'll get guidance on supplements, diet and exercise to accelerate improvements from balanced hormones. We also cover practical tips like skincare to amplify your age-defying metamorphosis!
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We also address practical questions around treatment schedules, delivery methods, and side effect management over the course of therapy. Rest assured, you'll get the education and support needed to make this a smooth, successful process.
Now, let's discuss some of the options available for hormone delivery and dosing convenience.
The goal of any delivery system is stabilizing hormones at optimal levels in the most convenient, consistent, and cost-effective manner possible.
There are advantages and disadvantages inherent to each approach. We lay out the key features below so you can determine what makes the most sense for your lifestyle.
| Method | Overview | Pros | Cons |
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| Pellets |
* Tiny capsules inserted under the skin every 3-6 months * Long-lasting * Most convenient |
* Steady dosing * Only need treatment 2-4x a year * Nothing daily |
* Brief pain/bruising * Small risk of infection * Requires provider visits |
| Creams | * Water-based gels applied daily * Absorbed through skin * Multiple hormones in one | * Custom blending * Can tweak dose easily * Good for local vaginal use | * Must apply frequently * Can transfer to partner * Takes weeks to adjust dose |
| Patches | * Adhesive patches worn cycling on/off * Absorbed through skin | * Easy to use * Just change patch 2x a week |
* Can irritate skin * Creates waste * Only predictable doses |
| Injections | * Oil or aqueous solutions injected 1-4 weeks * Directly enters bloodstream |
* Bypass digestion * Rapid action * Flexible dosing |
* Needlestick * Requires office visit * Peaks & troughs |
| Oral | * SERMs/bioidenticals swallowed daily * Mimic hormones indirectly |
* Convenient * Flexible dosing |
* Must metabolize in liver * Slower onset * Blood levels vary |
Pellet implants offer exceptional convenience and steady hormone delivery but require minor surgery every few months. Creams allow custom blending and easy dose adjustments but need diligent daily applications.
Patches and injections fall somewhere in between with more flexibility than pellets but less dosing accuracy than creams. Orals indirectly exert hormone-like activity and offer convenience but can be slow to take effect.
There are also emerging options like bioidentical vaginal suppositories that supply estrogen directly to urogenital tissues needing it most while avoiding systemic effects.
We lay out the advantages and disadvantages of each method during your initial consultation. There is no universally "best" approach - it comes down to your lifestyle, priorities, and treatment goals.
The key is working with an experienced bioidentical hormone doctor to match the delivery method to your needs for safe, effective, and convenient therapy.
Getting active treatment for deficiencies is crucial, but nutrients, activity levels, and stress cues also dramatically impact function.
Here are some practical ways to support your hormones holistically:
Nourish glands - Provide building blocks for hormone production through a nutritious whole foods diet. Emphasize healthy fats, clean proteins, and an array of colorful fruits and veggies.
Lower toxic load - Avoid plastics, processed foods, chemicals in body care/cleaning products, plus filter water to minimize disruptors that derail hormones.
Manage stress - Cortisol and adrenaline tank testosterone, thyroid, and reproductive hormones. Relaxation practices like yoga, meditation, nature walks, and massage ease this strain.
Sleep deeply - Our busiest repair and rejuvenation take place during rest. Strive for 7-9 hours nightly for optimal effect.
Exercise right - Alternate strength training days with cardio/Yoga. Too much endurance exercise can negatively impact hormones.
Address deficiencies - Nutrient cofactors like zinc, selenium, and vitamin D help hormones function efficiently. An evaluation identifies any insufficiencies.
With strong foundational lifestyle habits in place, balancing hormonal pathways becomes much easier. You'll maximize treatment benefits faster with better dietary and stress support. We offer guidance to help you thrive!
Balanced hormones and neurochemicals go hand in hand. Declines in tissues like the adrenals, thyroid, and gonads derail production of key brain chemicals influencing mood - serotonin, dopamine, GABA, endorphins, and more.
This manifests as increased:
Restoring hormonal pathways often resolves these emotional and cognitive issues. Patients report feeling:
Supporting mental health is crucial. We screen for disorders needing psychiatric referral, but milder issues respond beautifully to hormone balancing and amino acid precursors that nourish neurotransmitter flow.
The mind-body connection is real. Optimal wellbeing requires both physiological and emotional equilibrium. Our wholistic programs address all aspects of health.
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