Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. As we age, hormone levels can become deficient, leading to undesirable symptoms. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can help restore optimal hormone levels, thereby relieving symptoms and promoting better health.
At Renew Hormone Clinic in Chalmette, we specialize in BHRT using hormones custom-formulated in a compounding pharmacy to match your individual hormonal needs. Read on to learn more about bioidentical hormones, common deficiency symptoms, the benefits of BHRT, and what to expect during treatment at our clinic.
Declining hormone levels affect people differently, but some general symptoms include:
- Decreased muscle mass - Increased body fat - Low libido - Erectile dysfunction - Fatigue
- Hot flashes - Night sweats - Vaginal dryness - Decreased libido - Emotional changes - Fatigue
- Fatigue - Weight gain - Hair thinning - Cold sensitivity
If experiencing any hormone deficiency symptoms for a prolonged period, make an appointment to get tested at Renew Hormone Clinic as timely treatment can help restore optimal health and vitality.
Restoring hormone levels to optimal ranges with bioidentical hormones can provide profound benefits, including:
- Increased lean muscle mass - Decreased body fat - Healthier cholesterol levels - Stronger bones - Improved skin elasticity
- Balanced mood - Reduced anxiety/irritability - Improved cognitive function - Better sleep quality
- Increased libido - Improved sexual function
Overall, patients report feeling healthier, more energetic, mentally sharper, and more like their youthful selves after starting bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).
The process of beginning bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) at Renew Hormone Clinic is straightforward. Here's what you can expect:
You'll have a comprehensive consultation with one of our experienced hormone specialists to discuss your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle factors, and treatment goals. Any necessary lab tests will be ordered.
We'll analyze your lab test results and tailor a treatment plan with custom-compounded bioidentical hormones matched to restore your levels.
You'll return for periodic follow-up visits to assess your progress, adjust dosages if needed, and ensure you’re receiving the maximum benefits from therapy while minimizing side effects. We partner closely with patients throughout treatment.
We provide nutritional and fitness guidance to complement your hormone therapy including referrals to top local spas, gyms, walking trails, and healthy restaurants that align with your treatment goals.
At Renew Hormone Clinic, we strive to make hormone replacement therapy simple, effective, and life-changing. Contact us today to take control of your health.
Bioidentical hormones are chemically identical to those produced by the body, yet derived from plant sources. Though viewed as more natural, research is still limited and inconsistent regarding whether they are safer or more effective than traditional hormone therapy for treating menopause symptoms.
There are a variety of reasons why hormone deficiency can develop as we age. Contributing factors include:
Natural age-related decline in hormone production
Inherited predispositions
Excess body fat, nutrient deficiencies, inactivity, etc.
Elevated cortisol disrupts endocrine function
Endocrine-disrupting compounds
While some loss of hormone production over time is normal, chronic deficiencies can significantly impact quality of life. That’s why it’s essential to test levels regularly and pursue treatment when necessary.
The experienced practitioners at Renew Hormone Clinic leverage cutting-edge testing to uncover subtle hormone imbalances early when they’re most responsive to therapy.
To best determine if hormone replacement therapy is appropriate, the following lab tests may be ordered:
- Total and free testosterone - Estradiol - SHBG
- Estradiol - Progesterone - DHEA - Testosterone
- TSH - Free T4 - Free T3 - Thyroid antibodies
Additional tests may be added based on risk factors and symptoms. We'll select the most suitable testing profile.
Accurately assessing hormone levels is crucial for developing customized treatment plans at Renew Hormone Clinic. Testing services are available in-house for convenience.
Bioidentical hormones are compounded in a specialized pharmacy using plant-derived hormones that are bio-chemically identical to those made in the human endocrine system. This allows them to be optimally utilized by the body, like naturally occurring hormones.
There are varied methods of delivery including:
Our practitioners determine the best delivery methods to stabilize your hormone levels long-term.
Unlike synthetic hormones, properly balanced bioidentical hormone replacement therapy works holistically with your physiology to resolve deficiency symptoms, not just superficially mask them. You’ll feel like yourself again!
While hormone levels decline slowly with age, deficiencies often cause gradual onset of symptoms that worsen over months and years. Patients frequently adapt to these changes in physiology and don’t realize how significantly quality of life has deteriorated.
However, there can be serious long-term consequences when hormone deficiencies go untreated for prolonged periods, including:
Furthermore, the longer someone waits to treat a hormone deficiency, the less responsive symptoms may be to replacement therapy.
That's why identifying and addressing low hormone levels early is so crucial - to alleviate troubling symptoms today while reducing future health risks. Renew Hormone Clinic offers cutting-edge testing and personalized plans.
While hormone replacement therapy is at the core of improving deficiencies, we also educate patients on additional ways to support the body's delicate hormonal pathways including:
Chronic stress elevates cortisol which can inhibit thyroid and reproductive hormones. Relaxation practices like meditation, yoga, deep breathing and massage therapy modulate stress hormones.
Quality sleep allows the endocrine system to properly carry out hormone production rhythms. We offer sleep hygiene advice.
Certain vitamins, minerals, and nutraceuticals aid hormone metabolism. Our practitioners may recommend specific supplements.
Eliminating environmental toxins and optimizing liver health can free up metabolic pathways used for hormone synthesis.
We look at the "big picture" for each patient to best harmonize hormone optimization with lifestyle measures for maximal benefits. At Renew Hormone Clinic, your wellbeing is our top priority.
While hormone therapy provides benefits year-round, cooler seasons may enhance the efficacy and convenience of treatment. Ideal therapy start times in Chalmette's humid subtropical climate include:
With afternoon highs in the 70s-80s°F and lower humidity from September to November, mild fall weather eases adaption to treatment changes. It's a perfect pre-holiday season revitalizer!
Brisk sunny days and no extreme heat from December to February make it easy to follow fitness guidance. Chalmette's temperate winter climate facilitates healthy lifestyle adjustments.
As sunshine increases in March and April while avoiding summer swelter, boosted energy from balanced hormones provides a sunny disposition!
Reach out to our caring specialists anytime to discover how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can help you thrive in Chalmette year-round. Renew Hormone Clinic is here for you!
To complement your therapy, here are trusted local businesses we frequently recommend to help you continue energizing lifestyle adjustments:
Convenient blood draws and testing services right in Chalmette.
Relaxing classes in a serene studio overlooking the marina.
Delicious salads, grains, and smoothies just 10 minutes from our clinic.
State-of-the-art equipment and pools closeby near Pelican Stadium.
Massage therapy, facials and therapeutic body treatments in Old Arabi overlooking the Mississippi River.
Lean on our knowledgeable Renew Hormone Clinic team as well as these great local partners while you journey towards optimal wellness.
