Bioidentical hormone therapy involves using hormones that are molecularly identical to those produced naturally by the human body to supplement declining levels. As we age, men and women alike often experience symptoms associated with sex hormone imbalance, including hot flashes, night sweats, loss of libido, erectile dysfunction, weight gain, muscle loss, mood changes, and sleep disturbances.
Bioidentical hormones used for replacement therapy come from plant sources and are chemically the same structure as hormones produced by the ovaries and testes before the body’s decline later in life. The purpose is to supplement waning levels and restore balance, providing extensive benefits related to vitality and overall health.
Treatments are customized based on symptoms, medical history, diagnostic blood work, lifestyle factors, and treatment goals. Our practitioners specialize in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) to safely and effectively meet the unique needs of each individual patient.
Balanced sex hormone levels provided through bioidentical hormones offer a multitude of benefits for both men and women, including:
In contrast to traditional hormone replacement using synthetic versions with altered chemical structures, naturally identical bioidentical hormones are biochemically indistinguishable from the hormones produced by the body. This allows them to bind receptors and mimic natural function more optimally to efficiently alleviate deficiencies.
Custom-compounded BHRT provides solutions for both men and women struggling with age-related hormone level decline to help them feel and function at their best. It is considered extremely safe when expertly prescribed and monitored by a trained hormone specialist.
Bioidentical hormone therapy can provide immense benefits for men and women at any age, though it is most commonly used by those in their 40s, 50s and beyond struggling with hormone deficiency symptoms associated with reproductive aging.
Perimenopausal, menopausal and postmenopausal women make up a significant portion of bioidentical hormone replacement patients as declining estrogen levels commonly trigger hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular periods, trouble sleeping, weight gain, low libido, mood changes, brain fog and other unwelcome menopausal problems.
Likewise, andropausal and post-andropausal men with dropping testosterone levels experience issues like fatigue, irritability, depression, erectile dysfunction, muscle loss, weight gain and diminished drive, performance and endurance. BHRT can provide welcome relief.
Those experiencing hormone deficiency symptoms due to other causes like stress, poor diet, illness or medications may also achieve benefits from bioidentical therapy. Our practitioners perform thorough testing and medical evaluation to determine if treatment is warranted.
The first step is diagnostic testing to accurately evaluate hormone levels and pinpoint imbalances. We utilize advanced clinical analysis and innovative specialized tests like DUTCH hormone testing to gain comprehensive insight.
Next, one of our hormone therapy specialists will conduct a detailed review of your symptoms, health history, lifestyle factors, treatment goals and lab testing results to develop a customized prescription plan to return levels to optimal balance.
Prescription bioidentical hormones are available in many forms including oral tablets, sublingual drops, topical creams, vaginal inserts, pellets and injections, allowing personalized plans. Most start with a lower dose that is gradually adjusted over follow-up appointments until symptoms resolve and blood levels show optimization.
At Equilibrium Hormone Institute, we closely monitor progress and safety by tracking serum levels and symptom improvements over ongoing follow-ups. Most find balance within 6 months. We work as partners with patients to provide complete support until treatment goals are fully met.
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 own hormones. More research is still needed to fully understand the risks and benefits compared to traditional hormone therapy.
Declining ovarian estradiol production is the predominant trigger of menopause, while dropping progesterone exacerbates symptoms like insomnia, anxiety and weight gain. Our practitioners expertly prescribe bioidentical estradiol and bioidentical progesterone in proper ratios to restore balance.
Estrogen and/or progesterone therapy may be advised alone or in combination depending on what specific hormone deficiencies underlie bothersome symptoms plaguing woman patients. The hormones work synergistically together, with progesterone helping counter excess unopposed estrogen.
In men, testosterone is the predominant sex hormone responsible for supporting vitality, drive, strength of body and mind, masculine physical characteristics and sexual function.
Yet research shows that most men gradually experience a progressive drop in testosterone of approximately 1% per year from the age of 30 onward. This steady decline triggers problematic low T symptoms when levels dip too low.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) offered at our men’s health clinic involves bioidentical testosterone prescribed in customized dosage forms, regimens and delivery methods to safely restore healthy balance, relieve troublesome deficiency symptoms and promote restored vigor, wellness and performance.
Our practitioners specialize in innovative TRT protocols involving bioidentical hormones tailored to meet each patient’s needs. We carefully track progress through follow-up blood tests and symptom reviews to ensure optimal restoration of testosterone status occurs efficiently and safely.
Accurately assessing hormone status through advanced clinical testing is crucial for proper diagnosis of any underlying deficiencies or imbalances prompting bothersome symptoms.
At Equilibrium Hormone Institute, we incorporate cutting-edge specialized lab analysis into our hormonal evaluation process to gain the deepest insights possible into patient hormone levels and biochemical function.
This innovative profile measures levels of key sex hormones along with stress and adrenal hormones using dried urine samples convenient for at-home collection. DUTCH testing also evaluates target cell hormone receptor status and critical metabolic biomarkers that impact symptoms.
The comprehensive insights DUTCH testing provides are unmatched by standard blood tests, making it an extremely useful tool for developing truly personalized and highly effective hormone balancing plans.
Genes regulate hormone metabolism pathways and receptor sensitivity that may predispose some to hormonal imbalances and deficiency symptoms. Analyzing gene variants provides additional clarity into the underlying drivers of hormone-related health issues.
Equilibrium Hormone Institute incorporates genetic test results like 23andMe reports into our evaluation process when available to further individualize therapy. addressed through bioidentical hormone therapy. Understanding patient genetics allows optimal customization of treatment plans.
While bioidentical therapy provides extensive benefits, making positive lifestyle modifications maximizes improvements by bolstering body/mind health. Our practitioners provide personalized guidance to help patients optimize diet, activity, stress levels and other key factors to amplify treatment success.
Equilibrium Hormone Institute sets itself apart from other hormone clinics through:
Our passion is providing individualized care focused on restoring wellness and vigor from the inside through expert hormone balancing. We invite you to meet with one of our practitioners to determine if bioidentical therapy is right for you!
