Hormone imbalances can negatively impact quality of life. As we age or due to medical conditions, our bodies may not produce adequate levels of key hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and more. This can result in unpleasant symptoms like fatigue, low libido, hot flashes, and weight gain. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can help restore optimal hormonal balance.
Fluctuating or declining hormones are a natural part of aging. However, factors like stress or medical conditions can also alter our hormonal makeup. Common reasons for hormone imbalance include:
Getting a comprehensive hormonal blood analysis is key to pinpointing deficiencies or excesses tied to symptoms. Tracking progress through testing is also important while undergoing treatment.
Patients experience hormone imbalance differently, but some characteristic signs and symptoms include:
While balancing hormones can ease troublesome symptoms, treatment offers significant long term health benefits as well. Our bioidentical hormone therapies can help patients:
In both men and women, comprehensive bioidentical hormone replacement paired with a healthy lifestyle provides the building blocks necessary for prime health, disease prevention and an energized, enjoyable lifestyle.
Bioidentical hormones (BH) are structurally identical replicas of the hormones our bodies produce. This allows them to seamlessly integrate within the body. Synthetic hormones often used in traditional medicine differ slightly in structure so may not offer the same benefits.
Some of the main bioidentical hormones we offer to tailor treatment include:
We offer bioidentical hormones via oral supplements, topical gels/creams or injection depending on the hormone, patient needs and physiologic factors. Pellets inserted under the skin that release consistent hormones over months are also an option. Our experts help patients decide optimal modalities.
Each bioidentical hormone replacement protocol is unique to the patient's physiology, symptoms, hormone levels, gender, age and health profile. Close provider-patient collaboration maximizes safety and therapeutic success.
Our clinic guides patients seamlessly through therapy from initial consult and testing to monitoring progress on treatment.
While each protocol is individualized based on testing and provider guidance, we help patients reclaim health, function and improved quality of life through expert bioidentical hormone replacement.
Bioidentical hormones are not strictly "natural" - while they are made from plant sources to match human hormones, the final molecules are created in a lab to achieve an identical chemical structure. So bioidentical hormones are as synthetic as conventional ones, though made differently.
Although bioidentical hormones serve to restore balance, certain lifestyle measures promote natural hormone production and better response to therapy. Our providers offer guidance regarding:
Consuming hormone-enhancing nutrients ensures the body has essential building blocks required for natural hormone synthesis. These include:
High, unrelenting stress triggers release of cortisol and other hormones that disrupt optimal balance. We suggest patients aim to:
Exercise promotes circulation while stimulating natural hormone production. Ideally patients incorporate:
Balancing rest and movement allows the body to thrive. Our providers work to provide lifestyle and therapy guidance tailored to help patients feel their best long-term.
Renew Hormone Institute features top professionals striving to offer cutting edge bioidentical hormone treatments to residents of Palatka and surrounding regions of Florida. We are deeply familiar with lifestyle factors in this vibrant area that both contribute to hormone issues and promote better health during therapy such as:
As a city featuring a humid, subtropical climate marked by warm summers and mild winters, hormone balance plays a pivotal role in comfort and functioning. Our therapies help residents contend with heat and humidity that exacerbates hot flashes and night sweats in menopause. The relatively steady, sunny climate also provides abundant opportunity for regular outdoor activity and exercise which supports therapy.
The Palatka area also features an array of points of interest, establishments and events that we may recommend to patients during treatment. These include:
Health and Wellness - Blue Heron Pilates and Yoga Studio - Riverfront Medical Spa - Gold’s Gym
Nature Trails - Ravine Gardens State Park - Dunns Creek Trail - Palatka-Lake Butler State Trail
Historic Sites - Bronson-Mulholland House - Horry House Ruins & Fort Shannon
Festivals and Culture - Blue Crab Festival - New Years Eve Street Party - St. Johns River Celtic Music and Heritage Festival
The region provides rich opportunities to engage in relaxing, rejuvenating and adventurous pursuits that ideally complement treatment.
By selecting highly qualified bioidentical hormone specialists at Renew Hormone Institute, patients benefit from tailored therapies to get back to thriving along with lifestyle guidance that resonates with this vibrant area. We pride ourselves on delivering individualized care guided by the latest scientific advancements in the field.
Please call to schedule a consultation where we can discuss symptoms and solutions in depth as well as order necessary testing to uncover underlying hormone imbalances. Together we can map an integrative plan catered to your unique needs for preventing disease, resolving discomforts and enhancing day to day life on all fronts.
