Male & Female Hormone Balance

Hormones 

• Are a major foundation of the cellular functions within the body. Though unseen and often overlooked, hormones must maintain a careful balance to avoid causing health complications. Even the slightest disruption in hormone balance can have major consequences in the body. Though this can happen to anyone at any age, hormone changes are especially common with age. Our goal is to diagnose and treat male and female hormone imbalance in Vail with natural, biologically-friendly treatments.

Did you know… that women aren’t the only ones who experience age-related hormone changes? Men are also susceptible, usually experiencing a gradual drop in testosterone. This process, often referred to as ‘andropause’, can refer to a drop in either testosterone or androgen levels. Unlike women, who experience dramatic hormone drops due to menopause, men usually experience a gradual hormonal decline over the course of many years.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the symptoms of female hormone imbalance?

There are many hormones produced by the ovaries within the female body. Estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone are the major sex hormones that help regulate menstruation and fertility. However, there are many other hormones produced in glands throughout the body, all of which can become imbalanced at any stage of life. Symptoms of female hormone imbalance include:

• Loss of bone density
• Changes in muscle tone
• Bloat
• Weight changes
• Skin changes, such as oily skin or acne
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Difficulty conceiving
• Changes in hair growth and texture
• Hot flashes
• Menstrual changes
• Mood instability
• Low sex drive
• Painful or fibrocystic breast tissue

What are the symptoms of male hormone imbalance?

Males and females have many of the same hormones, only in different ratios. Testosterone is the dominant sex hormone in men, of which most is produced by the testes. However, falling testosterone levels can lead to many of the same symptoms that women experience during menopause, such as:

• Loss of bone density
• Changes in muscle tone
• Weight changes
• Depression
• Hot flashes
• Mood instability
• Low sex drive

What types of hormonal imbalance treatments do you offer in Vail?

We take a natural approach to treating hormone imbalance in Vail. We use advanced technology and modern diagnostic testing to identify hormonal deficiencies and imbalances. Our goal is to use natural, non-invasive methods of balancing the body’s hormones and supplementing deficiencies. Often, this includes the use of bio-identical hormones, which are identical to the natural hormones produced by the body. We also help our patients use nutrition, detoxification, stress reduction, and other lifestyle changes to keep hormones as naturally balanced as possible. Our patients continue to visit us for periodic evaluations to monitor hormone levels and make treatment changes as necessary.

Hormonal Imbalance - Causes & Symptoms

Free Hormones Consultation

Hormonal balance is essential for good health and immunity. Hormones have a profound effect on your everyday health and well-being. But what are hormones? Hormones are body's chemical messengers released by a cell or glands of the endocrine system. Their role is very important in the efficiency of our immune system and other vital bodily functions. Hormone imbalance is an expression indicating that something is wrong with a gland. Hormonal imbalance can be seen in both, men and women.

Hormonal Imbalance: Causes

The causes of hormonal imbalance differ between women and men.. Hormonal imbalances are more common among women, and are more likely to occur in women over the age of 40. There are various causes of hormone imbalance, but at the base of the problem is something called Estrogen Dominance. Estrogen Dominance means there are too much estrogen and not enough progesterone present in the body. Ageing naturally results in hormonal imbalance among men, as menopause does among women.

Treatments for Hormonal Imbalance

Although the symptoms of hormone imbalance can be troubling at any age, the good news is that they can often be treated effectively in a healthy and natural way. A woman suffering from hormonal imbalance would probably be surprised by how quickly her symptoms improve by following the right advice.

Though it used to be in vogue to prescribe hormone replacement therapy to treat this fundamental imbalance, persistent links to breast and ovarian cancer, along with heart disease and blood clots, have caused most healthcare professionals to rethink this drastic option. Many agree that the most effective approach is to combine a few changes in lifestyle with alternative treatment options.

This page will provide women with information to decide which treatment can help them better fight the symptoms of hormonal imbalance.

Three approaches for treating Hormonal Imbalance

Three levels of approaches can be considered for treating hormonal imbalance. These are categorized as: (1) Lifestyle Changes, (2) Alternative Medicine It is recommended to begin with the least risky option, lifestyle changes, before progressing up to the next stage of treatment.

1. Lifestyle Changes for Hormonal Imbalance

This primary level of treatment involves the least amount of risk, though conversely it requires the highest amount of self discipline. Many times some simple changes in lifestyle can reap huge benefits in fighting symptoms caused by hormonal imbalance, and achieving a higher overall level of health. Fundamentally, techniques for stress reduction, such as yoga or meditation, combined with regular exercise and an improved diet, can do a woman great service. Diet in particular is key.

Simple Lifestyle Changes

* Avoid caffeine/alcohol

* Sleep 7-8 hours per night

* Intake vitamins B,C,D,E

* Practice breathing exercises

* Eat a balanced diet

* Exercise regularly

* Stay hydrated

Increasing the intake of foods rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids will help maintain a good hormonal balance. The omega-3 fatty acids can be found in flax seeds, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds. Omega-6 fatty acids can be found in eggs, nuts and poultry.

Making lifestyle changes is easier said than done, especially if one is accustomed to a certain routine. In addition, while these changes will help alleviate many symptoms, they do not address the problem directly at the hormonal source and so further treatment may be necessary. Alternative medicine has proven to be excellent for treating hormonal imbalance in a safe and natural way.

2. Alternative Medicine

Alternative approaches involve little to no risk and can be an extremely effective way to treat all types of hormonal imbalance. This level of approach can involve several different therapies. Herbal remedies are the most prominent, though in addition women may turn to such techniques as acupuncture, biofeedback, massage, aromatherapy, or hypnosis. All of these can be valid and effective options, though most women find that herbal remedies are the easiest alternative treatment to follow, as the others require a greater time and monetary commitment. In addition, herbal remedies are the only viable option to treat the hormonal imbalance directly at its source.