Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can help both men and women suffering from age-related hormone decline. As we get older, our bodies produce fewer essential hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and more. This decline is a natural part of aging but can lead to unwelcome symptoms that negatively impact quality of life. The clinicians at Renew Hormone Institute specialize in customized bioidentical hormone replacement to help patients regain optimal hormonal balance.
Bioidentical hormones are man-made to have the exact same molecular structure as the hormones naturally made by the human body. This makes them virtually identical to the hormones your body produces, allowing for excellent assimilation and utilization.
Benefits of bioidentical hormones:
Because they are so similar to our natural hormones, bioidenticals usually don’t produce the unwanted side effects of synthetic replacements. They are customized to match each patient's needs and biochemistry through blood panels, symptom evaluation and body composition assessment.
Hormone decline affects both men and women. In women, perimenopause and menopause cause estrogen, progesterone and testosterone levels to fall. In men, testosterone levels fall about 1% per year from the age of 30 onward. When levels get too low, patients may experience symptoms like:
Women: - Hot flashes, night sweats - Vaginal dryness - Weight gain - Loss of sex drive - Brain fog, mood changes
Men: - Loss of muscle mass - Weight gain, belly fat - Low energy and stamina - Erectile dysfunction - Loss of motivation
Other hormones like DHEA, melatonin, cortisol and thyroid also start to decline with age. Keeping your hormones balanced with BHRT can prevent or reduce these unwanted effects.
Don’t dismiss symptoms as just “normal aging”. The clinicians at Renew Hormone Institute recommend adults get tested for hormone imbalance around these ages:
Women: Age 35-40 as fertility declines
Men: Age 50 for testosterone
Everyone: During major life changes like pregnancy, menopause or andropause
Getting tested is quick and easy. The best indicators of hormone levels come from blood panels, body composition tests and risk assessments. The clinicians at Renew Hormone Institute use cutting-edge bioimpedance machines for highly-accurate readings of fat mass, muscle mass, body water and more.
Getting appropriate treatment in a timely manner is crucial for maintaining wellness and preventing chronic disease. Balancing key hormones can help:
The longer patients wait, the harder it becomes to regain optimal balance. Starting customized bioidentical hormone replacement under physician supervision can help patients regain wellness safely.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) with bioidentical hormones helps men maintain strength, virility and vitality. Testosterone levels begin decreasing about 1% per year after age 30. Low testosterone causes symptoms like:
customize treatment based on the patient’s unique hormone panel, risk factors,
TRT can be life-changing for men who feel their vitality slipping away. Customized treatment restores strength, body composition and quality of life.
Every TRT protocol is tailored to the individual patient for optimal safety and results. But a typical starting protocol looks like:
1. Comprehensive lab testing – Measures total and free testosterone, estradiol, liver enzymes, red blood cells, PSA and other essential biomarkers
2. Risk assessment – Thorough review of health and family history, past hormone use and more
3. Review results - The clinician presents test results, treatment options and helps determine goals
4. Choose modality – Testosterone pellets, gels, injections, troches each have pros and cons to weigh
5. Follow up testing – Blood levels are rechecked periodically to ensure optimal dosing
6. Follow up appointments – To monitor progress towards treatment goals and manage side effects
Working as a team with your hormone specialist leads to the best results.
Declining progesterone, estrogen and testosterone during menopause cause extremely unpleasant symptoms. Through hormone balancing therapy, most women find substantial relief.
Symptoms differ from woman to woman but often include:
Hormone balancing therapy addresses the underlying imbalance causing these symptoms. Treatment modalities are customized after:
The clinicians at Renew Hormone Institute spend extensive time listening and designing an optimal protocol.
Bioidentical hormones are chemically identical to those naturally occurring in the human body. However, the body metabolizes synthetic and bioidentical hormones differently, so bioidenticals may provide a more natural hormone balance with potentially fewer side effects.
Renew Hormone Institute provides compounded bioidentical hormone preparations for truly customized therapy. Compounded hormones offer advantages over standard pharmaceutical products:
Compounding pharmacies work directly with our clinicians to provide individualized preparations based on each patient’s needs and preferences. This verbatim customization is not possible with off-the-shelf products.
Bioidentical hormone therapy works best alongside a proactive healthy lifestyle. Patients can improve their results by also focusing on:
Proper nutrition, frequent exercise, stress relief, quality sleep and social connection give hormones an extra boost. Patients feel their best with a holistic approach.
The Gulf Coast area offers excellent amenities to support healthy lifestyles. Renew Hormone Institute patients can utilize local resources like:
The clinicians at Renew Hormone Institute have over 15 years combined experience specializing in hormone balancing and replacement therapies. We provide:
We are honored to help Gautier residents regain energy, strength and quality of life through customized bioidentical hormone replacement. Please call to learn more or schedule your first appointment.
