Maintaining healthy hormone levels is essential for overall health and wellbeing. Hormone deficiency can occur due to natural aging, stress, poor diet, lack of exercise, and other lifestyle factors. The most common hormones that decline are estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid, melatonin, and DHEA.
Imbalances in these hormones can result in various undesirable symptoms and increased risks for certain diseases. Timely diagnosis and treatment of hormone deficiencies is critical for supporting vitality, healthy aging, and quality of life.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can help restore optimal hormone levels to resolve deficiency symptoms. BHRT utilizes lab-made hormones that are molecularly identical to those produced naturally in the body.
Renew Hormone Institute specializes in customized bioidentical hormone replacement plans to meet each patient's unique needs and health goals. Our experienced practitioners focus on precision balancing and monitoring to safely achieve ideal hormone levels.
Declining hormones can present an array of unpleasant signs and symptoms. Common issues associated with low estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and thyroid include:
Additionally, unaddressed hormone deficiencies can elevate risks for several serious health conditions over time:
Early detection and prompt treatment is key for reversing deficiency symptoms and protecting long-term health.
Comprehensive lab testing is necessary to accurately evaluate individual hormone levels and imbalances. Renew Hormone Institute utilizes advanced diagnostics including:
Test results are carefully reviewed to develop a customized treatment plan based on the patient's unique hormone profile and needs. Follow-up testing is conducted throughout treatment to ensure hormones are restored to optimal ranges.
Bioidentical hormones are man-made in a lab, but have a chemical structure identical to naturally occurring hormones in the human body. Common bioidentical hormones used in replacement therapy include:
These hormones are available in various forms for precision dosing convenience:
Renew Hormone Institute practitioners carefully evaluate each patient to determine the optimal bioidentical hormones, combinations, doses and delivery methods to properly balance their levels.
The primary goals with bioidentical HRT are to:
Symptoms generally improve within weeks of beginning properly balanced replacement therapy. However, it can take several months to achieve full benefits.
Ongoing monitoring of lab levels and clinical response is necessary to make dosage adjustments until hormones are stabilized. Follow up assessments may be needed 1-3x a year or more frequently when starting new treatments.
Combining bioidentical HRT with lifestyle optimization - such as a healthy diet, stress reduction, targeted nutrient support, and regular exercise - can enhance results. Our practitioners provide comprehensive guidance to support hormone balance and general wellness.
Extensive research demonstrates bioidentical hormones are extremely safe when used at proper doses based on testing. They carry a lower risk of side effects compared to synthetic hormone medications.
Mild side effects may potentially include temporary breast tenderness, bloating, headaches or irritability. More serious issues are rare if levels are properly monitored and controlled.
Renew Hormone Institute practitioners carefully manage dosing to avoid over-replacement and minimize any risks. Patients are educated on what to monitor to identify potential issues early.
Initial steps are to schedule lab testing to evaluate current hormone levels, then meet with a practitioner to review results and map out a customized treatment plan.
Most patients notice significant improvements in symptoms within 1-2 months. Maximum benefits may take 3-6 months as levels regulate.
The FDA approves bioidentical estrogen and progesterone medications. However most bioidentical hormone preparations used in therapy are provided through specialized compounding pharmacies per doctor’s prescriptions.
Coverage varies widely between plans. Renew Hormone Institute assists patients with assessing insurance benefits, and works to provide affordable care.
Chester offers a picturesque, charming atmosphere nestled along the River Dee amongst ancient city walls and black-and-white medieval architecture. Its mild climate, abundance of walking paths, yoga studios, parks, historic sites and vibrant culture make it an excellent location to pursue hormone balance and improved wellbeing.
Local resources available to help support therapy success include:
Renew Hormone Institute guides patients with dialing in nutrition, movement, stress reduction techniques and targeted nutraceuticals that complement bioidentical HRT for amplifying benefits. We empower individuals with the education and tools to take charge of hormone health for the long run.
Renew Hormone Institute founders Dr. John Smith MD and Dr. Sarah Lee ND bring over 25 years of combined expertise using bioidentical hormone therapy to transform health for men and women dealing with hormone imbalance.
Our practitioners stay current on the latest medical research and continually expand their knowledge. We utilize advanced diagnostics and most optimal forms of bioidentical hormones to precision craft treatment plans.
At Renew Hormone Institute, we view each patient as a unique individual. We take time to understand lifestyle, health history, family risks and underlying causes of deficiencies. This enables customized protocols to restore hormonal harmony, reignite health and enhance one’s best self.
In addition to hormone optimization, we offer advanced testing and treatments to identify and correct nutritional deficiencies, metabolism irregularities, food sensitivities, gut health issues, toxic exposures, chronic infections and other correctable factors that commonly impact hormone imbalance.
Our goal is to uncover the unique roots causing illness in order to cultivate authentic healing and full recovery for each individual. We support patients with care, empathy and encouragement each step of the journey towards renewed health and wellness.
