Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. As we age, our hormone levels decline causing unpleasant symptoms. Replacing these declining hormones with bioidentical versions can help alleviate symptoms and promote better health and vitality.
Bioidentical hormones are custom-compounded based on a patient's individual hormone levels and needs. They are made from plant sources and are biochemically similar to our natural hormones. This makes them easily recognized and utilized by the body, leading to less side effects.
Imbalanced hormone levels can cause wide-ranging symptoms that negatively impact quality of life:
* Hot flashes * Vaginal dryness * Mood swings * Poor sleep * Low libido
* Anxiety * Irregular periods * Infertility * PMS symptoms
* Low energy * Muscle loss * Weight gain * Brain fog * Depression
Getting hormone testing is crucial before starting therapy. Optimal Hormone Solutions offers state-of-the art testing to analyze levels of key hormones. Based on results, custom treatments are prescribed to return hormones to optimal levels.
We recommend testing the following hormones:
* Estradiol * Progesterone - especially important for women * Testosterone * DHEA - precursor to sex hormones * Thyroid hormones T3 and T4
* LH * FSH * Cortisol
* Plant-derived hormones identical to human hormones * Custom-compounded to match a patient's needs * Biochemically similar, utilizes body's hormone receptors
* Alleviate unpleasant menopause and andropause symptoms * Reduce risk for osteoporosis and heart disease * Improve mood, sleep, libido and cognition * Promote healthy aging, vitality and wellbeing
* Oral capsules * Transdermal creams * Injections * Sublingual drops * Pellet implants
* Follow-up blood tests ensure optimal levels * Hormone doses adjusted accordingly
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. However, some women report preferring them because they more closely mimic the body's natural hormones. More research is still needed to fully understand the risks and benefits compared to conventional hormone therapy.
Optimal Hormone Solutions has considerable expertise in bioidentical hormone therapy. Patients benefit from knowledgeable practitioners and holistic, individualized treatment plans.
Formulations tailored to each patient's lab results, medical history and needs
Access latest diagnostic tests to analyze hormone, nutrient and biomarker status
Bioidentical hormones combined with nutrition, supplements and lifestyle changes
Hormones expertly prepared in our state-of-the-art facility
There are important factors to consider before starting bioidentical hormone therapy:
Testing hormone levels first is crucial to determine what imbalances exist so proper supplementation can occur. Optimal Hormone Solutions offers in-house blood draws for convenience.
The goal is to optimize hormones, not maximize them. Excessively high levels can cause issues. Precise dosing alleviates deficiency while avoiding excess.
Like in nature, supplementing hormones follows a circadian rhythm. Progesterone, especially, should be cycled to mimic natural highs and lows.
There is no standard dose. Hormone needs differ by patient so customization based on regular testing is key.
Diet, exercise, stress management and specific supplements help hormones work optimally. Optimal Hormone Solutions provides nutrition advice and high quality supplements.
Our experienced practitioners oversee all aspects of treatment:
Meticulous evaluation of health history, lab testing and symptoms
Bioidentical hormones, nutrients and lifestyle changes specific to the patient's needs
Blood tests done regularly to ensure optimal hormone balance is maintained
Doses fine-tuned over time for maximum benefits
Our team has over 20 years collective experience providing bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and helping patients address the root causes of hormone imbalance for improved vitality.
Declining estrogen levels in menopause cause the most bothersome symptoms. Estrogen therapy effectively alleviates these. There are three key types of estrogen:
* Weakest estrogen * Used for vaginal dryness
* Dominant estrogen after menopause * Rarely prescribed
* Most potent estrogen * The preferred replacement therapy
* Bi-estrogen: Estriol Estradiol * Tri-estrogen: Estriol Estrone Estradiol
Estradiol is the main component of therapy. Working synergistically with progesterone, balanced estradiol alleviates hot flashes, night sweats, anxiety and more to markedly improve menopause symptoms.
Progesterone is crucial for both men and women. Imbalance causes anxiety, irritability and irregular cycles. Replacement relieves these symptoms.
* Promotes relaxation by stimulating GABA * Protects against anxiety and improves mood * Critical role in female reproductive health * Protects heart health * Promotes deep, restful sleep * Neuroprotective benefits
Progesterone levels should be high in the luteal phase (day 14-28 of a woman’s cycle). Mimicking this rhythm is important. Optimal Hormone Solutions providers determine optimal cycling protocols. Testing hormone levels throughout the cycle ensures proper rhythm is established.
Declining testosterone causes unpleasant andropause symptoms in men after age 30. Replacement therapy alleviates:
* Fatigue * Increased body fat * Reduced muscle mass * Mood disturbances * Low libido * Cognitive decline
* Regain youthful energy and vitality * Rebuild lean muscle mass * Sharpen mental clarity * Improve libido and performance * Reduce risk factors for many diseases
Optimal Hormone Solutions provides cutting-edge testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) tailored to each patient’s needs and hormonal status using:
Follow up testing ensures testosterone is optimized to alleviate deficiency symptoms without becoming excessive.
DHEA is made by the adrenals and converted into testosterone and estrogen in the body. Levels peak at age 25 then decline. Supplementing DHEA can provide wider-ranging benefits:
* Depression * Adrenal fatigue * Arthritis * Heart disease * Diabetes * Obesity * Immune health * Inflammation * Longevity
DHEA replacement is especially important if adrenal function testing reveals deficiency. This correlates with low DHEA. Our practitioners determine if DHEA supplementation makes sense based on patient symptoms and test results.
While bioidentical hormone replacement alleviates deficiency symptoms, adjunctive therapies further promote good results:
Choosing a Mediterranean style whole food diet emphasizing produce, lean proteins and healthy fats provides the nutrients needed for ideal hormone balance and metabolism.
Engaging in consistent cardio and strength training workouts helps balance hormone levels while keeping energy and vitality high.
Chronic stress strains the adrenal glands and disrupts hormone balance. Relaxation practices like yoga, deep breathing and meditation counteract excess cortisol and anxiety.
Optimal Hormone Solutions dispenses professional-grade supplements like vitamins, antioxidants and botanicals that help optimize hormone function and protect long term health.
Adequate quality sleep allows hormones to properly rise and fall rhythmically and is vital to emotional health.
To support restoration of hormone balance and vitality, Optimal Hormone Solutions suggests utilizing these excellent local establishments:
Their relaxing yoga classes and cold pressed juices reduce cortisol and provide antioxidant nutrition.
Engage in strength and cardio workouts in their extensive, modern facility to stay active during treatment.
Pamper yourself with relaxing massage, facials and sauna sessions to aid the renewal process.
Their delicious, farm-to-table comfort foods provide the satisfying nutrition you need during therapy.
Utilizing these services promotes reduction of factors like high cortisol that disrupt hormone balance while encouraging activities and nutrition that restore healthy rhythms. Optimal Hormone Solutions aims to help patients address root causes - not just temporarily alleviate symptoms.
Mirroring the transition from night to day, hormone levels rise and fall in natural patterns. When these rhythms are disrupted, imbalance and deficiency occurs.
The onset of andropause and menopause brings declining hormones - yet symptoms develop gradually, often remaining overlooked for too long. Identifying hormone imbalance early and promptly starting appropriate replacement leads to the best patient outcomes by:
Optimal Hormone Solutions excels at rapidly detecting hormone imbalance before patients suffer too extensively. We oversee efficient testing, accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment so essential hormones are quickly restored allowing patients to regain optimal function fast. Contact us today to determine if treatment can help you live life to its fullest.
