A hormone imbalance occurs when there are too much or too little of a certain hormone in the body. Hormones are powerful chemical messengers that travel through the bloodstream to trigger various functions in the body. They are produced by the endocrine glands which make up the endocrine system.
Some common symptoms of a hormone imbalance include:
Estrogen dominance is one of the most common hormone imbalances, especially among women. It occurs when there is excessive estrogen and deficient progesterone in the body. Signs include breast tenderness, fluid retention, fibrocystic breasts, and heavy periods.
Thyroid disorders are another frequent cause of hormonal issues. Both hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) lead to disruption of metabolic processes in the body.
Fortunately, hormone imbalances can be corrected through lifestyle measures and medical treatment if necessary. Getting enough high quality sleep, managing stress, regular exercise, and a nutritious whole foods diet can help rebalance hormones. Targeted herbal supplements like maca root and vitamin supplements are beneficial. For stubborn hormonal disorders, bioidentical hormone therapy is an effective solution. This involves prescribing plant-based hormone preparations that are identical on a molecular level to the hormones naturally produced in the human body.
At Hormone Health Institute, our physicians specialize in diagnosing and treating all kinds of hormone imbalances using cutting-edge testing and personalized treatment protocols. We provide medically-supervised bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, nutrition plans, stress management techniques and other evidence-based therapies to help both men and women regain optimal hormonal health. Feel free to () for a comprehensive evaluation of your hormones. We are committed to getting to the root cause of your symptoms and giving you back your health, safely and effectively!