Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. They are derived from plant sources and are biochemically similar to endogenous human hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.
When our bodies start producing less of these critical hormones due to aging, stress, poor diet, lack of exercise, toxins etc., we start experiencing unpleasant symptoms of hormone imbalance like fatigue, low libido, anxiety, weight gain, brain fog, and sleep disturbances.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can help restore optimal hormone levels, thereby alleviating troublesome symptoms and helping patients feel healthy and vibrant again.
The first step is to get your hormone levels tested to determine any deficiencies or imbalances. Based on the test results, your physician can create a customized treatment plan with an appropriate bioidentical hormone regimen.
At Rebalance Clinic, our practitioners use advanced testing to get a comprehensive picture, checking levels of key hormones like:
Adjusting your hormone levels back to an optimal range can often resolve troublesome symptoms quickly. Our physicians have over 20 years of experience in interpreting test results and creating customized BHRT protocols.
There are many advantages to using bioidentical over synthetic hormone replacement:
That said, it's best to start BHRT early to prevent hormonal decline rather than waiting until severe imbalance occurs. Our clinic specializes in both treatment and prevention.
There are a variety of effective methods to replenish your body with bioidentical hormones and get relief from deficiency symptoms:
These include pills, sublingual drops, or troches that dissolve under the tongue. This allows absorption through mucous membranes in the mouth for rapid effects. Oral forms are easy to use but can be metabolized by the liver faster, so dosages need to be higher to account for this.
These dosage forms allow absorption through the skin into the bloodstream while bypassing liver metabolism to some extent. Examples are:
Our physicians will determine which preparation will work optimally for you based on factors like safety, convenience, and dosing consistency. Close monitoring ensures the maintenance of ideal levels. We also provide detailed guidance on proper usage.
These oil-based hormone solutions can be injected subcutaneously, intramuscularly, or intravenously as required. This allows complete avoidance of first-pass liver metabolism. Testosterone injections tend to be long-acting, while estrogen/progesterone needs more frequent administration. Injections ensure bioavailability but must be administered properly.
Tiny compressed hormone pellets are inserted under the skin through a quick, painless procedure. They slowly dissolve over months, releasing consistent hormone doses that keep levels balanced. This convenient method avoids frequent dosing while enabling personalized treatment. Implants also bypass liver metabolism completely. We determine the optimal number of pellets and placement location based on your needs and monitor carefully.
Overall, the goal is to tailor not just the type of hormone but also the method of delivery to provide patients with the right solution. Together with specialized nutritional, fitness, and lifestyle guidance, patients can continue to thrive as they age. We also incorporate innovative anti-aging treatments that complement hormone balancing when appropriate.
With growing awareness about BHRT, more physicians now offer these treatments. However, hormone balancing is extremely complex – an art that takes medical skill, nuanced biochemical knowledge, and years of specialized training to master.
The quality of the hormones themselves also varies widely, from pure, bioequivalent versions to less regulated, mass-produced ones. That's why choosing an established, reputable clinic with high compounding standards can have a huge impact on your treatment results and safety.
Rebalance Clinic physicians have over 20 combined years of experience in ob-gyn, endocrinology, age management, and naturopathic medicine. We are leaders in bioidentical hormone therapy, integrating traditional and innovative natural solutions.
What makes our clinic special? Here are a few key ways in which we strive to elevate patient care:
1. Cutting-Edge Lab Testing - We utilize advanced hormone tests for over 100 biomarkers, providing unparalleled insight compared to standard panels. This enables ultra-precise balancing.
2. Pure, Regulated Hormone Compounds - Our on-site compounding lab uses only the highest quality active ingredients to formulate bioequivalent hormones optimized for each patient.
3. Custom-Tailored Treatments - Our physicians can blend delivery methods like dissolvable troches, dissolving micelle transdermals, pellets etc., to create your ideal regimen.
4. Consistent Patient Monitoring - With our proprietary app, our doctors can view your lab results, symptoms, quality of life metrics in real-time for proactive tweaks.
5. Lifestyle Optimization - Our nurses provide nutritional plans, exercise guidelines, and stress reduction techniques complementing your hormone therapy.
6. Breakthrough Age-Defying Therapies - We offer advanced treatments like peptide protocols, laser and ozone therapies, IV infusions etc., along with basic BHRT.
We know that behind every patient is a deeply personal story. That is why we listen intently and seek to fully understand your health history, unique challenges, and wellness goals so that we can provide you with a truly customized restorative, age-reversing regimen that helps you thrive in all aspects of your life.
If you are looking to balance your hormone levels to resolve deficiency symptoms or enhance well-being and performance as you advance in years, consider our clinic. Below is an overview of the steps:
As estrogen levels drop during perimenopause and menopause, many women experience symptoms ranging from hot flashes and sleep disturbances to mood swings, vaginal dryness, and reduced skin elasticity. Estrogen is also vital for bone and heart health.
Estrogen deficiency can manifest as:
At Rebalance Clinic, we offer bioidentical versions of the three key estrogens – estriol (E3), estradiol (E2), and estrone (E1). Based on the ratios required to restore balance, we incorporate these into customized oral supplements, troches, gels, lotions, or pellets.
Balancing estrogen levels has been found to help with energy, weight management, and many feminine health concerns. Our detailed post-insertion monitoring also helps avoid risks.
This hormone works in balance with estrogen during the menstrual cycle and declines with age. Low progesterone is linked to a range of issues:
Maintaining youthful progesterone levels under medical guidance has been observed to resolve the above symptoms along with energy, mood, and metabolism. Our bioidentical micronized progesterone creams or oil-based injections help restore levels safely under proper supervision.
Testosterone deficiency affects both women and men as they age. Despite misconceptions, healthy testosterone is vital for women as it regulates energy, sex drive, lean muscle mass, etc.
Declining testosterone leads to symptoms like:
Balanced testosterone, delivered through bioidentical sublingual drops, compounded capsules, pellets, or topical gels, can help restore vigor and healthy body composition as we age. Rebalance Clinic physicians carefully oversee dosing through testing.
There is a growing body of research showing how age-related hormone decline precipitates many symptoms we chalk up to normal aging. BHRT helps slow and even reverse aspects of this biochemical decline.
Patients on consistent BHRT under medical guidance report experiencing benefits such as:
The anti-aging and preventative effects make this therapy appealing to both women and men prior to the onset of severe hormone dysfunction. Through detailed testing and diligent monitoring, our physicians personalize combinations of bioidentical estrogens, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, etc., for optimal restoration.
Lifestyle modifications like improved nutrition, stress reduction, targeted supplementation, and medicinal anti-aging enhancements further augment hormonal rebalancing to help extend healthspan and slow aging.
Conclusion
We hope this guide has shattered misconceptions about bioidentical hormone therapy and showcased why it has become a pillar of anti-aging treatment. Balanced hormone levels are key to looking and feeling your best at any age.
If symptoms like fatigue, stubborn weight gain, or loss of sex drive sound familiar, consider getting tested for underlying imbalances. Our Rebalance Clinic physicians specialize in precision hormone optimization – restoring wellness and vitality through a blend of traditional endocrine protocols and innovative age-reversal therapies.
Call us to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward reclaiming your health. Here's to aging vibrantly on your own terms!
