Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can help both men and women overcome age-related hormone deficiencies that negatively impact quality of life. This cutting-edge treatment from Balance Hormones Clinic uses plant-derived hormones identical to those naturally produced by the human body to restore optimal hormonal balance.
Age-related hormone decline contributes to many undesirable symptoms. Restoring youthful hormone levels can help patients feel healthier, more energetic and improve body composition.
The experienced practitioners at Balance Hormones Clinic specialize in BHRT to help patients address:
BHRT gets to the root biological cause of these issues rather than just masking symptoms. Patients report life-changing improvements in many areas:
The goal of BHRT is to optimize hormonal balance for more youthful functioning. Treatment is highly customized based on each patient's lab work, medical history and symptoms.
Experts tailor combinations of bioidentical estrogens, testosterone, progesterone, DHEA and other hormones to precisely match what your body needs.
BHRT utilizes lab-created hormones that are molecularly identical to those the human body produces. This allows precise supplementation to achieve hormonal balance.
Table 1 shows key differences between bioidentical and synthetic hormone medications.
| Parameter | Bioidentical Hormones | Synthetic Hormones |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular structure | Identical to human hormones | Different than human hormones |
| Metabolism in body | Normal | Can have abnormal metabolites |
| Production | Lab-created from plant extracts | Lab-created without biological source |
| Effect in body | Physiological | Can over- or under-stimulate receptors |
| Side effects | Minimal | More common |
| Dosage adjustment | Easy | Difficult |
The body recognizes bioidentical hormones as natural, allowing optimal metabolic processing and cellular uptake. This makes side effects less likely and dosage adjustments easier.
Balance Hormones Clinic prescribes high quality pharmaceutical-grade bioidentical hormones in convenient oral, topical and injectable preparations. Our extensive experience with BHRT protocols ensures patients receive the right hormones in the right amounts.
Successfully beginning or modifying bioidentical hormone therapy relies on blood testing to reveal each patient's specific needs.
Balance Hormones Clinic checks the following hormone levels as part of our comprehensive evaluation:
Testing also assesses complete blood count, metabolic panel, lipid profile, liver enzymes, and other health parameters to uncover underlying issues that might exacerbate hormone imbalance.
Follow-up blood tests occur at regular intervals to monitor patient progress and ensure optimum hormone levels are maintained. The type, dosage or delivery method of bioidentical hormones may be adjusted based on lab work and symptom improvement.
Monitoring treatment with blood analysis allows precision customization for each patient.
Bioidentical hormone therapy effectively treats hormone imbalance issues at any age, but is especially useful for perimenopausal, menopausal and andropausal patients.
Deficiencies typically start developing in a person's 30s and 40s. Usually they become more pronounced and start significantly impacting quality of life from the late 40s into the 50s and beyond.
Common symptoms of perimenopause and menopause include:
Indications of andropause and low testosterone in men:
Adequate testosterone is also crucial for women's health, contributing to lean muscle mass, strong bones, energetic mood and healthy libido.
BHRT can provide great relief when these types of symptoms start interfering with work, relationships and overall wellbeing. Restored hormonal balance reactivates more youthful biological functioning.
Bioidentical hormones can successfully treat deficiencies at any age. Symptoms typically start in a person's 30s/40s and become more apparent in later decades.
The practitioners at Balance Hormones Clinic recognize that no two patients are alike. We personalize care based on each individual's unique health status, lifestyle and goals.
Initial consultations encompass:
Blood testing reveals the patient's specific hormone levels and biomarkers for developing a customized treatment regimen. Follow-up consultations to discuss lab results include:
Patients appreciate our collaborative approach focused on their personal objectives. We partner together to target treatment for the best possible outcomes.
Quite often patients share remarkable stories about how much bioidentical hormone therapy has improved their lives.
Many people feel they have gotten their health, vitality and mental sharpness back after struggling with energy depletion, weight gain, mood issues and lack of motivation.
Here are a few examples of patient reports after customized BHRT:
These real-life cases illustrate why optimizing hormones can profoundly enhance wellbeing and quality of life.
Many men and women have misguided fears about using hormone therapy. Outdated medical viewpoints or biased media reports have created confusion.
Balance Hormones Clinic wants to dispel some frequent myths with research-validated facts:
| HRT Myth | Fact |
|---|---|
| Hormone therapy causes cancer | Multiple studies show bioidentical hormones do NOT increase cancer risk when used correctly under medical guidance |
| HRT is unsafe if you had cancer | There is little evidence properly monitored bioidentical hormone treatment after cancer compromises health |
| HRT increases heart attack risk | Women using bioidentical hormones did NOT have higher heart attack rates per multiple studies |
| Hormones can only be taken as pills | Bioidentical hormones come in pills, creams, gels and injections based on patient factors |
| Blood clots occur more with HRT | Estrogen-only therapy does NOT seem to increase blood clots; adding synthetic progestin may |
| Men should not use hormone therapy | Testosterone treatment is extremely helpful for most men over 40 based on extensive research |
Patients should discuss any concerns about bioidentical HRT with their practitioner, who can provide clarification based on up-to-date scientific evidence.
Most fears regarding bioidentical hormone therapy arise from outdated views or mixed research on synthetic hormones.
The methodologies for bioidentical hormone replacement continue advancing to better meet patient needs:
As bioidentical hormone therapy grows in popularity, exciting innovations are expanding treatment options and effectiveness.
Balance Hormones Clinic keeps up-to-date on the latest research and products to best serve our patients.
There are advantages and disadvantages to different methods of administering bioidentical hormone therapy. Balance Hormones Clinic helps patients determine what makes sense.
| Method | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Oral capsules | Easy to take | Can cause digestive irritation |
| Absorbs well if enterocoated | First-pass liver metabolism reduces potency | |
| Topical creams | Avoid liver metabolism | Skin reaction possible |
| Easy to adjust dose | Must remember frequent application | |
| Topical gels | Rapid transdermal uptake | Potential skin irritation |
| Metabolized evenly | Remember multiple daily doses | |
| Injections | Most direct availability | Needle phobia |
| Steady long-lasting blood levels | Required office visits | |
| Full potency dose | Can have peaks and valleys | |
| Subdermal pellets | Hormone release over 4-6 months | Minor surgical procedure |
| Very steady blood levels | Usually no at-home adjustments |
Most patients end up using a combination of formats like pills and topical preparations. Balance Hormones Clinic helps identify which methods for administering bioidentical hormones will work best in each individual's case.
There are good reasons to tailor hormone therapy preparations and routes of administration based on the patient's age, gender, sensitivities, lifestyle and preferences.
Feeling good has a strong connection to looking fit and trim. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy helps patients achieve health goals related to:
Balanced bioidentical hormones directly support better fitness levels, weight control, appearance and wellness.
Mental and emotional issues actually stem from biochemical causes more often than people realize. Imbalanced hormone levels greatly contribute to problems like:
Research shows hormones like estrogen, testosterone and thyroid regulate brain chemical messengers influencing mental health.
That is why bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, by optimizing the body's natural hormones, so effectively resolves mood, cognition and behavior issues related to hormone deficiency.
Patients consistently share how much better they feel mentally and emotionally after their brain chemistry normalizes through BHRT. They think more clearly, control their feelings, and have more enthusiasm for life.
Balanced bioidentical hormone levels remove biochemical roadblocks to emotional well-being and contentment.
There is intriguing clinical evidence that maintaining youthful hormonal levels can slow aspects of aging.
Growth and sex hormones regulate cellular processes promoting healthy longevity. Replacement with bioidentical hormones may support longer healthspans.
Findings about hormone therapy benefits include:
Although more research is needed, it appears balancing hormones with bioidentical hormones may support longevity pathways at the cellular level.
Balance Hormones Clinic monitors all the latest anti-aging research to best advise patients about protecting long-term wellness.
Plenty of famous people openly use hormone therapy to continue feeling their best, both mentally and physically.
Well-known figures from Entertainment Tonight host Kevin Frazier to model Cindy Crawford to actress Suzanne Somers extol the benefits of bioidentical hormones for energy, mental sharpness and physique as they get older.
Actress Marilu Henner explains, "Hormone replacement let me feel as vibrant as I did in my thirties."
Lipstick mogul Tricia Ayers says, "I never would have been able to build my business feeling like my hormone levels had crashed."
These celebrities over 40 feel healthy, vivacious and beautiful thanks to help from their anti-aging hormone specialists.
Their lifestyles demand maintained high performance that balanced bioidentical hormones enable. They insist hormone optimization allows them to keep excelling in careers, family activities and aging gracefully.
We hope this informative overview has demonstrated how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy works to safely and effectively alleviate multiple signs of age-related hormone decline.
The specialized practitioners at Balance Hormones Clinic have years of experience using BHRT to help both women and men prevent undesirable health effects and recapture more youthful functioning.
We find most patients report feeling much healthier, energetic and mentally sharp after only a few months with treatments eliminating hormone deficiencies and imbalances.
To determine if BHRT is right for improving your sense of wellbeing as you get older, contact Balance Hormones Clinic for a comprehensive consultation. Our personalized solutions may enhance your quality of life now and for years to come.
