Bioidentical hormones are hormones that are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. They are derived from plant sources and are bioengineered to be biologically equivalent to endogenous human hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, etc.
Benefits of bioidentical hormones:
Hormone levels begin declining with age, starting in the 30s and 40s. Some key reasons for declining hormones include:
Symptoms of hormone imbalance can include fatigue, low libido, hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, anxiety, depression, brain fog, trouble sleeping, and more.
Comprehensive hormone testing is crucial to identify deficiencies or imbalances in key hormones. Vitality Health Center specializes in advanced hormone testing to pinpoint exactly which hormones are low or high.
Some important hormone tests include:
Based on the test results, our physicians can determine the optimal bioidentical hormones and dosages to restore balance. Timely treatment of hormonal deficiencies is critical to avoid long-term health consequences and improve wellbeing.
Vitality Health Center specializes in customized bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). It involves prescribing plant-derived bioidentical hormone medications tailored to the individual's hormonal needs based on testing.
There are different options for bioidentical hormone delivery including:
Some key benefits of BHRT include:
Located in Piedmont , Vitality Health Center has extensive experience in bioidentical hormone therapy having treated hundreds of patients with customized BHRT.
Our board-certified hormone specialists stay updated on the latest scientific advances in the field. We take time to listen to your concerns, evaluate your symptoms, and order thorough lab testing to get to the root cause.
Based on a detailed assessment, we then prescribe a personalized combination of bioidentical hormones at optimal dosages to restore balance and vitality. We work closely with specialty compounding pharmacies to provide the highest quality bioidentical hormones tailored to your body's needs.
Regular follow-ups and lab testing are done to monitor your hormone levels and adjust dosages accordingly. We also provide diet and lifestyle recommendations for optimal wellness on hormone therapy.
You can trust our integrative approach focused on your personalized path to better health and vitality through expert bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
Declining estrogen is the hallmark of perimenopause and menopause. Lower progesterone levels also occur as women approach menopause. This hormonal change causes symptoms like:
Bioidentical estrogen (Estradiol) and progesterone creams, patches or pills can provide tremendous relief by restoring these hormones to optimal levels.
BHRT helps reduce menopause symptoms and prevents long-term issues like bone loss and heart disease risk. Our doctors identify the right bioidentical hormone preparations, routes of administration and dosing through testing.
DHEA is an important precursor for making estrogen and testosterone in the body. DHEA levels start declining after age 30.
Low DHEA can cause:
Bioidentical DHEA, available as pills or creams, can help lift energy, improve mood, support immune function, enhance cognition and reduce body fat. Vitality Health Center physicians determine if DHEA supplementation is indicated through testing.
Many women suffer from an underactive thyroid leading to symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, cold sensitivity, constipation and hair loss.
Bioidentical thyroid hormones - T3 and T4 - help restore optimal thyroid function and reverse low thyroid symptoms. Vitality Health Center offers complete thyroid testing and customized natural thyroid treatment.
Prolonged stress can deplete adrenal function causing persistent fatigue, anxiety, trouble sleeping, sugar cravings, and menstrual issues.
Vitality Health Center offers cutting-edge adrenal saliva testing to identify adrenal dysfunction. Targeted nutrients and herbs can help support healthy adrenal response and resilience to stress.
Testosterone levels begin decreasing after age 30 by 1-2% per year. Low testosterone or 'Low T' causes:
Bioidentical testosterone replacement therapy is extremely beneficial for men with low testosterone.
There are different options for testosterone delivery - injections, pellets, patches, and creams. Our experienced doctors determine the optimal testosterone preparations, dosing and ongoing monitoring for best results.
Like women, men can also benefit from bioidentical DHEA and thyroid hormone replacement if testing reveals these deficiencies. Optimal DHEA and thyroid levels help restore energy, mood, mental sharpness in men as they age.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy achieves the best results when combined with a healthy lifestyle. Our clinic provides recommendations on:
Hormones orchestrate many critical bodily processes central to health and vitality. Aging, stress and poor lifestyle habits contribute to declining or imbalanced hormone levels. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can help restore optimal hormonal balance and reverse deficiency symptoms. Vitality Health Center specializes in customized bioidentical hormones based on advanced testing. Our experienced physicians provide a comprehensive integrative approach focused on your unique needs to help you regain energy, wellbeing and quality of life!
