Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) involves using custom-compounded hormones that are molecularly identical to the hormones naturally produced by the human body. This type of hormone therapy can help relieve unpleasant symptoms of hormone deficiency and promote improved health and vitality when hormones become imbalanced or decline with age.
Renew Hormone Institute specializes in bioidentical hormones and custom hormone compounding to create personalized BHRT treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs and hormone levels. We partner with patients to help them look and feel their best through expert bioidentical hormone therapy.
Bioidentical hormones are man-made hormones that are chemically identical in structure to those found naturally in the human body. Some of the most commonly replaced hormones include:
These hormone compounds are custom-formulated in a compounding pharmacy to match the individual patient's hormone needs and deficiencies. At Renew Hormone Institute, we use high-quality FDA-approved bioidentical hormone ingredients to create personalized capsules, creams, gels and other dosage forms.
Research shows that bioidentical hormone replacement therapy offers a wide range of benefits, including:
In short, properly balanced bioidentical hormones can help patients look better, feel better and stay healthier across many aspects of life.
In order to determine if a patient could benefit from bioidentical hormone replacement, the first step is diagnostic testing to check their key hormone levels.
Comprehensive hormone testing provides objective data on a patient's unique hormone balance or imbalance. Instead of taking a generic one-size-fits-all approach, the latest advancements allow for personalized plans tailored to the individual.
Renew Hormone Institute offers state-of-the-art hormone tests including:
These tests provide a complete hormonal picture for precise BHRT customization.
There are many symptoms associated with hormonal decline and imbalances. Some indications of potential hormone deficiencies include:
Estrogen deficiency: hot flashes/night sweats, vaginal dryness, anxiety, mood swings
Progesterone deficiency: sleep issues, anxiety, irregular periods
Testosterone deficiency: low sex drive, fatigue, depression, muscle loss
Thyroid deficiency: fatigue, weight gain, cold sensitivity, hair thinning
A patient exhibiting these symptoms would likely benefit from having their hormone levels tested to identify any deficiencies. If below optimal ranges, bioidentical hormone replacement is an effective treatment approach.
Once a hormone imbalance is diagnosed, the next step is developing an individualized bioidentical hormone replacement plan.
When a patient chooses to move forward with bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT), there are some standard protocols that apply:
These standard protocols are adapted to match the individual as part of Renew Hormone Institute' personalized approach.
For peri-menopausal and menopausal patients, most will take at minimum a customized formula including both bioidentical estrogen and bioidentical progesterone. These key hormones work together synergistically for optimal effects on areas like hot flashes, heart health, and breast cancer risks.
We help women balance their estrogen and progesterone ratio to meet their bodies' unique needs. This bioidentical hormone combo therapy is carefully designed to mimic the body's ideal physiological state.
In addition to estrogen and progesterone, testosterone also starts declining significantly for both genders beginning around age 30. Low testosterone manifests differently across the sexes but causes include hormonal imbalance, aging, chronic disease, stress levels, lifestyle factors and more.
Symptoms of low testosterone:
In women - low libido, memory lapses, fatigue, anxiety, weight gain
In men - erectile dysfunction, muscle loss, increased body fat, irritability, depression
For patients exhibiting low T, we offer customized bioidentical testosterone replacement tailored to the patient's needs and designed to return testosterone status to optimal. Balanced levels contribute to improved energy, body composition, mood and quality of life.
What truly sets Renew Hormone Institute apart is our commitment to fully personalized care from start to finish.
Each bioidentical hormone prescription we provide is individually custom-compounded to match the patient's specific dosage, delivery method and ingredient preferences. This ensures superior absorption and the ideal balance.
We work with the highest quality compounding pharmacies to provide pharmacy-grade purity and potency monitoring as well as unparalleled quality control assurances.
Hormone balance is dynamic - it changes over time within each person based on age, lifestyle habits, stress and health conditions. We maintain an ongoing partnership with patients to provide detailed nutrition and lifestyle guidance combined with follow-up testing and dosage titrations.
The goal is balancing hormones for long-term optimal wellness rather than transient symptom relief. We empower patients with the education and support needed to take charge of their own vitality and biological health.
Renew Hormone Institute provides white-glove service matching our high standards for medical care. We are always readily available not only for appointments but also questions via phone call, text and email.
Patients have direct access to their care team for prompt support between scheduled visits. We prioritize service, communication and results - accompanying patients throughout each step of their treatment journey.
Our inviting and professional clinic environment also contributes to a rewarding experience focused on patient health goals, education and empowerment.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. Large, long-term studies comparing health outcomes of bioidenticals versus synthetics are lacking, so claims about safety and efficacy advantages of bioidenticals remain scientifically unproven.
While bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is central, certain lifestyle measures can also promote hormone balance and enhance BHRT results.
Following an anti-inflammatory diet high in produce, healthy fats and key micronutrients provides the raw materials for hormone production. We emphasize whole, colorful, minimally processed foods.
Staying well-hydrated and limiting caffeine, alcohol, refined carbs and sugar stabilizes energy and blood sugar for balanced hormones.
We provide each patient with customized nutritional guidance based on their needs and health goals. These tailored diet recommendations facilitate thriving hormones and vitality.
Regular physical activity stabilizes hormone pathways and reduces the health impacts of stress. The Department of Health recommends most adults get about 30 minutes per day of moderate activity.
We suggest patients incorporate both cardio and resistance training into their routines. Excellent local fitness centers include:
In addition to gym activities, Andover offers many parks, trails, golf courses and recreational centers that allow residents and visitors to stay active year-round while enjoying the area's natural beauty.
High, chronic stress disrupts endocrine system function and hormone equilibrium over time. Activities like meditation, yoga, massage, counseling, hobby engagement and social connection counter these effects.
There are a number of excellent local practitioners and centers focused on mindfulness and holistic wellness, such as:
Prioritizing self-care promotes hormonal health and supplements BHRT treatment.
We hope this overview has illuminated how customized bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can improve wellness by correcting deficient or imbalanced hormones using expert testing, customization, partnership and high-quality care.
Renew Hormone Institute invites you to () with comprehensive hormone testing and a personalized evaluation to see if BHRT is right for you. We are here to listen, answer your questions, and help you address symptoms at their root cause.
Here's to healthy hormones and a thriving life!
