Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. As we age, our hormone levels decline, leading to unpleasant symptoms. Replacing these declining hormones through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can help alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
Renew Medical HRT Clinic specializes in BHRT, using customized treatment protocols to restore hormone balance. Read on to learn more about bioidentical hormones, hormone deficiency symptoms, and the potential benefits of BHRT.
Bioidentical hormones are chemically synthesized from plant sources to be identical to human hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and DHEA on a molecular level. This makes them behave exactly like our innate hormones in the body.
In contrast, non-bioidentical versions contain slightly altered chemical structures that do not perfectly mimic human hormones. This can lead to increased side effects.
At Renew Medical HRT Clinic, we only use FDA-approved bioidentical hormones sourced from reputable pharmacies for compounded hormone preparations.
Some key bioidentical hormones include:
Properly balancing these critical hormones through BHRT under medical supervision can offer life-changing benefits.
Our key sex and adrenal hormones start declining in our 30s and 40s. Without optimal levels, patients often present with sometimes debilitating symptoms that impact quality of life.
Common signs of hormone deficiency include:
If experiencing a combination of these symptoms, a comprehensive hormone panel is recommended. Identifying and properly addressing any hormone imbalances is key for regaining health and wellbeing.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) involves supplementing declining hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and DHEA to achieve better balance within the body.
Potential benefits include:
For women navigating menopause, BHRT can provide immense relief by restoring estrogen and progesterone levels. Specifically it helps mitigate:
This leads to an improved sense of wellbeing and quality of life.
Optimal testosterone levels are crucial for maintaining strength, muscle mass and physical vitality as we age. BHRT helps men regain more youthful energy levels, endurance and strength.
Balanced hormone levels are crucial for brain health. BHRT can enhance focus, memory, mental clarity and overall cognitive function. It also alleviates mood changes related to hormone decline like anxiety or depression.
Age-related testosterone and DHEA decline coupled with estrogen dominance promotes increased belly fat and muscle loss. Optimizing these hormonal pathways helps support healthier body composition long term.
Estrogen is essential for bone remodeling and health. Declining levels significantly impact bone mineral density, leading to osteopenia and osteoporosis over time. BHRT enhances bone integrity to mitigate fracture risk.
Age and menopause-related estrogen decline promotes changes in blood lipids that increase cardiovascular risk. Research indicates properly restoring estradiol levels helps support heart health.
In summary, BHRT helps both men and women mitigate multiple symptoms related to aging and hormone decline, supporting better health and an improved quality of life.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. Large, long-term studies are still needed to fully understand the risks and benefits of bioidentical hormones compared to conventional hormone therapy.
The first step is diagnosing any hormone imbalances through comprehensive lab testing. At Renew Medical HRT Clinic, initial visits involve reviewing medical history and risk factors, evaluating symptoms, conducting a physical exam then ordering key hormone labs.
We analyze the full clinical picture for each unique patient to develop a tailored treatment plan involving prescription bioidentical hormones. Continuous follow up and lab monitoring ensures optimal safety and therapeutic benefit.
The general process when starting bioidentical HRT includes:
We individualize bioidentical hormone preparations and treatment plans based on the unique needs of each patient for enhanced safety and efficacy.
The earlier hormone decline is identified, the sooner treatment can begin leading to better health outcomes. We recommend adults start getting annual hormone screenings by age 35-40.
Key reasons to prioritize evaluation and restoration:
Despite the immense impact hormones have on health and vitality, imbalance often goes overlooked and untreated due to the stigma around aging and hormone therapy.
Renew Medical HRT Clinic aims to shift this paradigm through patient education and empowerment. Our (bio identical hormone doctors) leverage the latest scientific data to provide bespoke therapy for sustaining youth, function and purpose as we age.
Our clinic was founded on the principles of patient empowerment, bespoke therapy and optimizing healthspan.
We specialize in precision hormone restoration to reclaim wellness using cutting edge testing and custom compounded prescriptions of (bioidentical hormones).
Why our patients choose Renew Medical HRT Clinic:
Renew Medical HRT Clinic was created to shift the paradigms around aging through empowering patients to take charge of hormonal health. We believe balancing hormones is integral for sustaining vitality, purpose and engagement across the lifespan.
If symptoms are impacting quality of life, we encourage taking the first step by booking a consultation today.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) involves restoring declining testosterone levels, most commonly in men over age 40. The objective is to alleviate unpleasant symptoms and promote optimal health as hormone production wanes.
Bioidentical testosterone provides identical physiological effects as endogenous testosterone without increased side effects. Renew Medical HRT Clinic offers customized (bioidentical hormone replacement) to enhance treatment safety, efficacy and patient satisfaction.
In males, testosterone is produced primarily in the testes with a small percentage derived from the adrenal glands. Levels peak during the late teens to early 20s, slowly declining at a rate of about 1% per year from age 30 onward.
Reasons for this age-related drop include:
Testosterone deficiency becomes increasingly common in older men. Low levels correlate strongly with undesirable symptoms that erode health and vitality.
Research confirms testosterone therapy effectively alleviates age-related deficiency symptoms when levels fall below optimal ranges.
Symptoms improved by TRT include:
In addition to relieving deficits, testosterone optimization has also been shown to:
The objective of bioidentical testosterone therapy is restoring levels back to an optimal range based on a patient’s physiology and medical needs. This mitigates symptoms of deficiency while avoiding potential side effects from excessive levels.
Working closely with our (bioidentical hormones doctors), we utilize precision laboratory testing and follow up monitoring to develop customized treatment plans for each patient.
Dosages, ester forms, delivery methods and retesting schedules are tailored to enhance safety and efficacy on an individual basis. If indicated, ancillary medications or lifestyle modifications can further optimize treatment outcomes.
By taking a personalized approach focused on the highest standards of care, Renew Medical HRT Clinic empowers patients to regain their most empowered, energized and healthy selves through (bioidentical hormone replacement).
Testosterone deficiency often goes undiagnosed and untreated due to inconsistent screening and misunderstanding around physiological versus pathological levels.
Renew Medical HRT Clinic leverages advanced hormone testing and meticulous symptom review to provide clinically supported diagnosis.
In addition to decline related to aging, certain lifestyle and health factors can predispose individuals to lower testosterone including:
Symptoms indicating potential testosterone deficiency include:
Testosterone circulates in the bloodstream in different forms that must be evaluated for accurate diagnosis:
In addition to tracking serum testosterone, Renew Medical HRT Clinic runs other key hormonal assays and specialty biomarkers to further enhance diagnostic accuracy based on current scientific understanding.
We then also evaluate genes, symptoms, and risk factors to provide fully integrated diagnostic clarity before developing a customized treatment approach.
Every patient has unique health history, biomarkers, needs and goals that inform our therapeutic approach. Renew Medical HRT Clinic specializes in fully customized bioidentical hormone therapy based on precision diagnostics.
Testosterone is available in several forms allowing patients to choose the optimal modality based on individual factors like lifestyle, severity of deficiency, side effect risk and treatment goals.
We offer the following (bioidentical hormone replacement):
We guide patients through advantages and disadvantages of each approach to align with individual needs, preferences, sensitivities and lifestyle.
Follow up testing and monitoring ensures optimal symptom relief with minimal side effects from therapy. We adjust protocols continually in response to biomarker feedback and symptom reporting.
This high touch precision model allows patients to achieve their peak energy, health and wellbeing by balancing testosterone using bioidentical hormones.
In addition to TRT protocol customization, we provide patients with specific lifestyle recommendations to enhance treatment success based on the latest scientific evidence.
Key lifestyle factors that support healthy testosterone balance include:
Certain deficiencies exacerbate testosterone deficiency and side effects. We offer targeted nutritional supplements including:
A balanced anti-inflammatory diet high in healthy fats, vegetables and clean protein sources provides building blocks while avoiding triggers.
muscle contraction stimulates testosterone secretion. Compound movements using multiple large muscle groups offer the biggest hormonal boost. We provide tailored guidelines around resistance training approaches best suited to each patient’s needs and limitations to support their TRT regimen.
In addition to heavy strength workouts, regular movement through walking, yoga, Pilates, or cardio also helps mitigate elevated estrogen and cortisol levels that disrupt testosterone balance.
Chronic stress elevates cortisol which inhibits testosterone. We address lifestyle factors around sleep, work demands, and mental health to counter these effects. Our clinic offers stress-reducing amenities like therapy, massage, infrared sauna and weekly yoga classes.
Relaxation practices such as meditation, deep breathing and spending time outdoors further cultivate resilience.
Poor sleep disturbs hormonal pathways crucial for optimal testosterone. Getting 7-9 hours nightly mitigates rising stress hormones while supporting healthy production and signaling mechanisms.
Excess alcohol intake reduces testosterone directly while increasing estrogen levels. Moderation also supports overall health as our treatments work best in a balanced physiological environment.
Our clinicians offer detailed personalized guidelines around supplemental nutrients, movement modalities, stress reduction, sleep hygiene and moderation to help patients achieve their peak vitality.
Initial testing is critical before starting any hormone therapy to accurately diagnose deficiencies or imbalances. Follow up testing provides objective data indicating how a patient is responding to optimize treatment approaches.
Local options providing accurate gold-standard hormone testing include:
Services: Comprehensive hormone panels, gender specific panels, adrenal panels, nutrient and metabolic testing
Venues: Blood draw stations throughout University Place and Tacoma
Perks: Same day results when visiting lab draw station, easy online portal access
Services: Full range of hormone testing, direct to consumer saliva testing
Venues: Various local blood draw sites
Perks: Availability without requiring doctor orders makes initial screening simple
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