Women’s Hormone Imbalance

Hormone Imbalance in Women

Women's hormone balance is defined by the optimal levels and interactions of various hormones, including estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). These hormones regulate your reproductive functions, mood, energy levels, and overall health. 

An imbalance occurs when these hormone levels are too high or too low, leading to a variety of symptoms and health issues.

Symptoms & Signs of Hormone Imbalance in Women

Symptoms of hormone imbalances in women can vary widely but commonly include:

• Irregular menstrual cycles
• Hot flashes
• Night sweats
• Mood swings
• Weight gain
• Fatigue
• Low libido
• Hair loss

Other symptoms might include sleep disturbances, anxiety, depression, and difficulty concentrating.

Women's Hormone Imbalance Treatments

We offer a diverse range of personalized treatments for women's hormone balance, addressing specific hormonal deficiencies or excesses. 

One approach involves testing your hormone levels through blood, saliva, or urine tests to identify imbalances and then replacing hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and DHEA to optimal levels using bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). BHRT uses hormones that are chemically identical to those your body naturally produces, and the team can tailor the dosages to your needs.

Natural therapeutics also play a significant role in hormone balance. These include dietary adjustments, herbal supplements, and lifestyle changes such as increased physical activity and stress reduction techniques like yoga and meditation. In addition, maintaining a healthy weight and ensuring adequate sleep can help balance your hormones.

Peptides like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide can improve endocrine system balance by reducing insulin resistance, a key driver of hormone imbalances.

How it Feels to Have Balanced Hormones

The changes you should notice include:

• More regular menstrual cycles
• Reduced severity of menopausal symptoms
• Improved mood and energy levels
• Enhanced libido
• Better sleep
• Easier weight management

Achieving hormone balance can also contribute to long-term health benefits, such as reduced risks of osteoporosis and cardiovascular diseases, leading to a healthier, more vibrant life.

The Connection Between Insulin Resistance & Women's Hormone Imbalance

Insulin resistance can disrupt the delicate balance of women's hormones. When cells become less responsive to insulin, it triggers the ovaries to produce excess androgens (male hormones), leading to conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). High insulin levels also interfere with the production and regulation of other key hormones like estrogen and progesterone. This hormonal imbalance can manifest as irregular periods, fertility issues, acne, hirsutism (excess hair growth), and weight gain, particularly around the abdomen.

Addressing insulin resistance through lifestyle modifications and treatment can often help restore hormonal balance and alleviate these symptoms. Our most effective treatments of insulin resistance are the GLP-1 agonist peptides such as Semaglutide and Tirzepatide which we offer as part of our weight loss services. Many of our patients see full resolution of hormone imbalance symptoms when their insulin resistance is reversed.

Hormone Imbalance Conditions We Treat

• Menopause
• Perimenopause
• Estrogen dominance
• Insulin resistance
• PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)
• Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
• Low libido
• Vaginal dryness
• Endometriosis
• Bladder incontinence
• Overactive bladder
• Menstrual irregularities
• Hormone related weight gain
• Interstitial cystitis
• Acute & chronic UTI
• Chronic pelvic pain
• Vulvodynia
• Pain with intercourse
• Depression
• Anxiety

Integrative Therapies that Support Women's Hormone Imbalance

The therapies we offer that support the female body to balance hormones are:

• Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
• Comprehensive hormone testing and optimization
• Weight management
• Micronutrient testing and balancing
• Microbiome testing (vaginal and gut)
• Nutraceuticals
• Detox support
• Longevity and wellness strategies
• Diet and fitness counseling
• Body sculpting using HIEMT (high intensity electromagnetic technology)
• Pelvic floor strengthening using HIEMT (high intensity electromagnetic technology)
• Shockwave therapy
• Laser therapy
• Peptide therapy
• Tecar therapy
• Bladder ozone
• Vaginal ozone

Ready to balance your hormones?