Hormone Optimization for Longevity
Benefits of Hormone Optimization
Mental Benefits
Hormonal imbalances can cause symptoms like brain fog and short-term memory loss in men and women. Bioidentical hormone therapy may improve memory, focus, and executive functioning.
Emotional Benefits
Mood swings, irritability, and feelings of being overwhelmed can result from hormone depletion, especially during menopause. Hormone replacement therapy can improve mood, sleep quality, and reduce anxiety and depression symptoms.
Physical Benefits
Patients undergoing hormone optimization often report increased energy, improved muscle mass, enhanced sex drive, and reduced risk of osteoporosis.
Hormones We Optimize
Testosterone
Testosterone is vital for both men and women. Low testosterone levels may cause decreased motivation, mood changes, low libido, and muscle loss. In younger men, testosterone therapy combined with HCG preserves testicular function, enhances sexual performance, and supports overall reproductive health. Women with low testosterone levels, even those with regular menstrual cycles, can benefit from testosterone-only therapy to alleviate symptoms like vaginal dryness, hot flashes, brain fog, and low energy.
DHEA
Supplemental DHEA has been shown to improve executive function, working memory, concentration, and stress management. It is often recommended for patients seeking cognitive and emotional enhancement.
Pregnenolone
This precursor hormone supports the production of testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, and DHEA. It has demonstrated neurological benefits, including enhanced memory, improved learning, and elevated mood.
Progesterone
Low progesterone can lead to sleep issues, heavy or painful menstrual cycles, anxiety, headaches, and fluid retention. For women undergoing estrogen therapy, progesterone is prescribed to counteract estrogen's proliferative effects.
Estrogen
Every woman will eventually require estrogen replacement. Symptoms of estrogen deficiency include irritability, dry skin, thinning hair, vaginal dryness, and reduced libido. Estrogen therapy can help alleviate these issues and restore balance.
Delivery Methods
Injectables (Preferred for Men)
Injectable hormones are cost-effective, provide flexibility for dose adjustments, and reduce the risks associated with creams, such as partner transfer, hair loss, and acne.
Pellet Therapy (Preferred for Women)
Pellet therapy offers consistent, long-lasting hormone delivery, with benefits lasting approximately three months. Pellets are small, rice-sized implants made from naturally sourced USP-grade yam powder, fused with stearic acid. These sterile, high-quality pellets are inserted just under the skin for reliable results.
Creams
Hormone creams, while an option, may result in inconsistent absorption due to variations in skin condition and temperature. For testosterone creams, rotation of application sites is required to prevent hair growth in treated areas.
