Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy
Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy uses plant-derived hormones that are structurally identical to those produced by the human body. These hormones are sourced from FDA-approved ingredients and may be used for both women and men experiencing symptoms related to hormonal imbalance.
When appropriately prescribed and monitored, bio-identical hormones may help address concerns such as sleep disruption, persistent fatigue or low daytime energy, mood instability, reduced libido, insulin resistance, and changes in body composition. Hormone optimization can also play a role in supporting bone health, including conditions such as osteopenia or osteoporosis, as well as maintaining muscle strength and metabolic function.
Many individuals seek hormone support for its potential effects on cognitive performance, including mental clarity, focus, and memory, particularly during periods of hormonal transition. Treatment is personalized based on symptoms, laboratory assessment, and individual health goals, with ongoing monitoring to support safety and effectiveness.
Symptoms
Hormones are chemical messengers produced by specialized glands that help regulate balance and coordination across the body. They influence a wide range of functions, including metabolism, energy regulation, mood, sleep, cognition, reproductive health, and how the body processes nutrients.
When hormones become imbalanced, both women and men may experience a variety of symptoms that affect daily function and quality of life. Common concerns include sleep disruption, persistent fatigue or declining daytime energy, reduced motivation, mood instability, bone loss, decreased strength, vaginal dryness, low libido, insulin resistance, and changes in cognitive performance such as impaired focus, memory, or mental clarity.
Because hormones interact with nearly every system in the body, imbalance rarely occurs in isolation. Our approach begins with a comprehensive systems-based assessment, including detailed bloodwork that evaluates hormone levels alongside related metabolic and inflammatory markers. This allows us to better understand how different systems are interacting and to develop a more informed, individualized plan of care.
Long Term Benefits
As we age, the body’s ability to produce certain endogenous hormones—such as testosterone—naturally declines. In some individuals, this decline may occur earlier or be more pronounced due to factors such as chronic stress, trauma, high cognitive or physical demand, or other physiological burdens. As life expectancy increases, maintaining hormonal balance can play an important role in supporting long-term strength, mobility, and metabolic function.
Hormones such as testosterone contribute to bone density, helping maintain skeletal strength and reduce the risk of conditions like osteopenia and osteoporosis. They also play a role in protein synthesis, which supports muscle maintenance, tone, and physical resilience over time.
In addition, hormones influence cellular metabolism, helping regulate how efficiently cells perform their intended functions. When appropriately balanced and monitored, hormone optimization may support overall vitality, movement, and functional capacity as the body ages.
Delivery Method
Hormone therapy can be delivered through a variety of methods, including topical creams or patches, oral dissolving tablets, injections, pellets, or supportive supplements. Some methods provide hormones directly, while others are designed to encourage the body’s own hormone production. Selecting the appropriate method depends on individual physiology, preferences, symptoms, and treatment goals.
Bio-identical hormones are structurally identical to those naturally produced by the human body and are derived from plant-based, FDA-approved sources. Because of this molecular similarity, they are often well tolerated when appropriately prescribed and monitored.
Pellet therapy is one commonly used option and is designed to provide a steady release of hormones over time. This method aims to more closely reflect the body’s natural rhythm, allowing hormone levels to remain stable rather than fluctuating. The goal is not to maximize hormone levels, but to identify each individual’s optimal range—where symptoms improve and laboratory markers remain balanced. Because hormonal needs vary widely, achieving this balance requires a personalized approach and ongoing monitoring.