Hormone Evaluation and Balancing

Beginning in mid-life, our bodies begin to change as directed by our endocrine system of glands. The hormones produced by these glands are very powerful regulators of our body systems. Based on some theories, changes in hormone levels causes the aging process to move into full swing. This can result in a plethora of life changing symptoms that can be debilitating in some individuals. Interestingly, both women and men can experience these hormonal changes.

We offer a complete program for hormonal assessment using the finest targeted diagnostic testing currently available. Based on an assessment of laboratory results and symptoms, we will recommend options for achieving balance in your life during this time of hormonal fluctuation. Some patients may choose to consider Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy in the form of trans dermal, sub-lingual, or pellet implants. We offer all forms of therapy according to each individual's needs. Some patients choose not to be on bio-identical hormone replacement and we offer herbs and acupuncture for these individuals.

From personal and clinical experience we know that aging can be experienced with more balance and vitality as we look at the option of bio-identical hormonal balancing.

Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy  - 
What You Should Know

There has been controversy on the topic of Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) for the last 15 years. Negative attitudes drastically dominate the media since 2002. Combine this with the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) study that was halted three years ago because of health risks, it has caused a confusion for women trying to make an informed decisions on their health.

Lets shed a little light on the confusion. First, the WHI study and the subsequent media reports about HRT are based on Commercial HRT only. They are based off findings about the combination of conjugated estrogens and medroxyprogesterone (called PremPro). Thus, when you hear about HRT in the news, this is what they are referring to.

Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT)
What are hormones?

Hormones are complex chemicals secreted by our endocrine glands. They stimulate or inhibit the actions of cells everywhere in our body. They are vital for repairing and regulating our bodily functions. The endocrine system includes pituitary gland which is the CEO of the endocrine system, it secret growth hormone (HGH), and controlling hormone of other hormone glands, such as TSH for thyroid hormone regulation, ACTH for adrenal hormones and FSH/LH for ovaries and testicles, then there are thyroid gland, adrenal glands , ovaries in women and testicles in men.

What is the purpose of bio-identical hormone replacement therapy?

improve the quality of life by reducing menopausal symptoms such as hot flush, insomnia, depression, vaginal dryness, painful intercourse and decreased libido.

prevent osteoporosis, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease and cardiovascular diseases

 slow down the aging process. One of the theories of aging is decline of hormone which reduce our body's ability to repair and regulate itself. bio-identical Hormone replacement helps to rest the bodies hormone clock and delay the aging process.

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