Hormone balance is essential for overall health and wellbeing. Hormones like testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, DHEA and others regulate critical bodily functions including metabolism, sexual health, cognition, cardiovascular health, mood and more. When hormone levels decline or become imbalanced due to aging, stress or other causes, many areas of health are impacted. At Optimal Hormone Wellness Center hormone clinic, our experienced medical providers specialize in the latest advancements in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) to help patients restore health, vitality and quality of life. Read on to learn more about symptoms of hormone imbalance and how BHRT can help.
Hormone decline and imbalances often develop slowly over time. Many signs and symptoms seem like normal aspects of aging but may indicate hormonal issues:
When several of these symptoms are present, it’s a good indication that hormone testing is warranted to check levels of key hormones like testosterone, estrogen, DHEA and others. The medical staff at Optimal Hormone Wellness Center specializes in comprehensive lab testing to accurately diagnose hormone deficiencies or imbalances. We develop customized treatment protocols including nutrition, lifestyle changes and advanced hormone replacement therapies to restore health from the inside out.
Early diagnosis and treatment is key - the longer hormone issues go unchecked, the higher the risk for chronic diseases and conditions down the road. Rebalancing hormones promptly can help minimize or even reverse early signs of hormonal decline.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) custom-tailors treatments to match the body’s natural hormones at the molecular level. BHRT may utilize FDA-approved hormones that are chemically synthesized to be identical to endogenous human hormones. Compounded, prescription bioidentical hormones are also commonly used.
Unlike traditional synthetic hormone replacement therapy (HRT), bioidentical hormones have the same molecular structure as the hormones made by the human body. This allows them to:
Patients on tailored BHRT protocols report excellent outcomes such as:
The anti-aging and regenerative properties of bioidentical hormones can lead to substantial improvements in quality of life and function. Continued on page 2...
Hormone levels and needs differ between men and women. However testosterone deficiency is very common in both sexes as we age. Testosterone therapy offers a variety of benefits for men and women including:
Testosterone is critical for health in both men and women. Declining testosterone leaves men more vulnerable to conditions like diabetes, heart disease, obesity and dementia. In women, low testosterone weakens bones, impairs memory and cognition, reduces muscle strength and more.
Restoring testosterone levels through serial monitoring and properly managed TRT helps patients regain health and feel years younger.
Along with customized testosterone therapy, Optimal Hormone Wellness Center also specializes in balancing key hormones for men including:
Together, optimizing these vital hormones for men provides extensive anti-aging, regenerative and protective health benefits.
For women, some of the most common imbalances involve key sex hormones:
Declining estrogen and progesterone leads to symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular periods, disrupted sleep and mood changes. Restoring optimal balance reduces these symptoms and provides widespread health and anti-aging effects throughout the entire body.
Hormone therapy can help trans women develop fuller breasts and softer skin. According to a 2021 study, after 2 years of hormone therapy, trans women experienced breast growth from AA cup size to B or C cup size on average. This breast development is a surprising benefit that improves trans women's self-image and confidence.
Certain lifestyle measures can help support hormone therapy for better results. Our providers offer guidance on:
Stress management is also key. Practices like meditation, deep breathing, spending time outdoors, maintaining social connections and adequate sleep help modulate stress hormones that can disrupt endocrine function if chronically elevated.
The warm climate and scenic parks in Round Rock provide plenty of opportunities to partake in healthy lifestyle measures that support hormone balance like walking trails, outdoor fitness and yoga classes. Nearby gyms like OrangeTheory Fitness, Planet Fitness and the YMCA also offer diverse exercise options.
Popular local eateries like Armadillo Texas Bar & Grill, Round Rock Donuts or Torchy's Tacos offer tasty options for when hormone therapy patients want to refuel with friends and family.
Round Rock and nearby Austin also abound with relaxing spas like Woodhouse Day Spa and Lake Austin Spa Resort to enjoy rejuvenating massages, hydrotherapy and skincare treatments during therapy.
Quest Diagnostics, Any Lab Test Now and other area labs provide convenient blood draws when our doctors order follow-up hormone panels. supporting successful treatment outcomes.
Optimal Hormone Wellness Center has proudly served the Round Rock area since 2018. Our skilled practitioners have over 30 years combined experience safely using cutting edge hormone optimization protocols to restore patients’ youth, vitality and function. We are committed to practicing top quality, evidence based regenerative therapies tailored to meet each patient's unique needs.
