Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate many essential bodily functions. When hormone levels become too high or too low, this can lead to unpleasant symptoms and health issues. Hormone imbalances become increasingly common as both men and women age. Some of the most common hormone imbalances include:
Estrogen dominance occurs when estrogen levels are disproportionately high relative to progesterone levels. This leads to a wide array of symptoms including:
Causes of estrogen dominance include diet, toxins, stress, impaired liver function, and natural aging.
Testosterone is an important hormone for both sexes. In men, low testosterone leads to symptoms like:
Causes include aging, obesity, stress, medications, diet, illness and injury.
Progesterone has many vital functions including regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy. Low progesterone can cause:
Causes include chronic stress, hormonal birth control use, peri/menopause, and hypothyroidism.
The thyroid gland controls metabolism. Low thyroid leads to:
Causes include autoimmune disease (Hashimoto’s), viral infections, nutrient deficiencies, pregnancy, and aging.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy uses hormones chemically identical to those naturally occurring in the human body to restore optimal hormone levels. There is considerable research showing bioidentical hormones are safe and effective when administered properly under medical supervision.
Benefits of bioidentical hormone therapy include relief of bothersome symptoms associated with hormonal decline and reduced risk for certain diseases:
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Moreover, restoring hormone balance with bioidenticals allows many patients to avoid taking synthetic medications long-term for issues like depression, anxiety, diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Hormone therapy must be carefully tailored to each unique patient based on symptoms, medical history, lab testing, risk factors, and treatment goals. There is no “one size fits all” approach. That is why the specialists at Hormone Harmony Clinic utilize an extensive intake process and precision testing to design fully personalized therapies.
Common hormone therapies prescribed may include:
Bioidentical testosterone is used to safely elevate testosterone levels in men or women back to optimal. Delivery methods include:
Testosterone therapy boosts energy, muscle mass, strength, libido and sexual performance, brain function, while enhancing mood and emotional wellbeing.
Balancing estrogen with progesterone is key for women with estrogen dominance, PMS, peri/menopause. Options include:
Estrogen and progesterone therapy alleviates hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular cycles, sleep disruption, weight gain, anxiety, depression and loss of interest in sex associated with hormone fluctuations.
For low thyroid function, bioidentical thyroid hormone (T3/T4) efficiently reverses symptoms by improving metabolism and energy levels.
In those with growth hormone deficiency, low IGF-1 levels lead to increased belly fat, thinning skin, muscle loss, fatigue, poor immunity and atherosclerosis. Human growth hormone therapy boosts IGF-1 restoring more youthful body composition and vitality.
Comprehensive lab testing is necessary to accurately diagnose the type and degree of hormone imbalances present. Hormone Harmony Clinic utilizes cutting-edge diagnostic testing including:
Follow up testing performed at regular intervals enables precise dosage adjustments of hormones to match the body’s evolving needs over time.
Bioidentical hormones are chemically identical to those made naturally in the body, but studies show taking estrogen alone long-term can still increase health risks like stroke and blood clots. Combining estrogen with progesterone may help counteract those risks.
While bioidentical hormones serve to restore optimal hormone levels efficiently, adjunctive therapies can enhance overall treatment effectiveness. Our practitioners may recommend:
Specific micronutrients like zinc, magnesium, selenium and vitamin D are vital for proper hormone metabolism. We provide custom nutritional support to correct deficiencies and optimize hormone function.
Chronic stress exacerbates hormone imbalance through elevated cortisol and inflammation. Stress management education and mind-body therapies like yoga, meditation, massage therapy, and acupuncture amplify hormone therapy benefits.
Regular exercise, strength training, flexibility training, and active recovery facilitate sustained fitness to support healthy hormone balance and metabolism.
Environmental toxin exposure and poor diet impair hormone health over time. periodic cleansing helps remove toxins, improves liver health and enhances hormone therapy effectiveness long-term.
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The hormone balance experts at Hormone Harmony Clinic offer cutting-edge bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, precision diagnostic testing, and adjunctive lifestyle therapies to residents of Draper and the greater Salt Lake City metropolitan region struggling with hormonal disorders.
Our clinic provides compassionate care and the latest medical advances in the field of hormone medicine from our state-of-the art facility conveniently located in Draper, Utah.
What sets Hormone Harmony Clinic apart is our:
For those seeking compassionate, integrative care for hormone imbalance issues from leading experts, Hormone Harmony Clinic is here to help you reclaim your energy, strength and zest for life!
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