Menopause is a natural transition that most women experience in their late 40s or early 50s as their ovaries stop producing hormones like estrogen and progesterone that control the menstrual cycle. The years leading up to menopause are called perimenopause, which typically starts around age 45.
During the perimenopause and menopause transition, hormone levels fluctuate and then decline, causing symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular periods, trouble sleeping, and mood changes. While some symptoms are just annoying, others like bone loss can lead to serious long term health issues if left untreated.
The timing and duration of menopause symptoms varies a lot among women - lasting anywhere from a few months to over 10 years. Working with a knowledgeable clinician can help optimize treatments and lifestyle choices to minimize discomforts during this transition.
Some of the key changes associated with menopause include:
The good news is that lifestyle approaches combined with hormone therapy can help alleviate many bothersome menopause symptoms and reduce long term health risks.
Since hormone changes are at the root of menopause symptoms, having the right blood tests is essential for determining which hormones require treatment or lifestyle interventions.
Some key hormone tests include:
Annual hormone testing lets clinicians determine the optimal bioidentical hormone treatments and doses to alleviate symptoms and reduce health risks associated with menopause.
Hormone levels fluctuate, so testing should be repeated annually to ensure treatments remain ideal over time. Symptoms persisting despite treatment can often be resolved with testing and dosage adjustments.
Balance Hormone Clinic provides convenient local labs for initial and followup hormone tests to closely monitor and optimize treatments.
Bioidentical hormones have a molecular structure identical to the hormones produced by the female body. They are generally derived from plant sources and precisely balanced to match a woman's natural hormone levels before menopause.
When administered correctly, bioidentical hormones offer an effective way to minimize menopause symptoms and promote optimal health during the transitional years surrounding menopause.
Compared to traditional synthetic hormones, properly dosed bioidentical hormone therapy can provide excellent relief from symptoms like:
It also helps slow bone loss and reduces risk of fractures from osteoporosis.
Balanced bioidentical hormones enhance energy, motivation, mental clarity, resilience to stress, healthy aging, strength, stamina and quality of life during menopause.
The most common bioidentical hormone preparations include:
These can be used individually or in combinations to balance hormones based on symptoms and lab testing.
Balance Hormone Clinicians tailor bioidentical hormone treatments to each woman's unique clinical presentation, lifestyle and health goals.
While hormone optimization alleviates most menopausal discomforts, positive lifestyle choices also play an important role in managing symptoms and promoting health during the transitional years surrounding menopause.
Eating a nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory diet centered around vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, seeds, nuts, fish and lean meats helps minimize menopause symptoms. Key aspects include:
Adequate intake of calcium, magnesium and Vitamin D promotes bone health while herbs like soy or black cohash may ease hot flashes.
Chronic stress aggravates hormonal changes and inflames menopause symptoms. Regular stress management boosts resilience. Useful approaches include:
Daily movement that raises your heart rate not only relieves muscular tension but also enhances mood through the release of endorphins and circulation of oxygen-rich blood.
Mind-body practices like meditation, yoga, breathing exercises, biofeedback and progressive muscle relaxation counter the stresses of daily life and boost energy.
Spending time outdoors in nature or gardening enhances connections with the natural world and has calming effects.
Relaxation techniques like massage, warm baths, music therapy and aromatherapy promote restorative rest.
Counseling or support groups help you gain perspective and empower you with tools to navigate challenges.
Social connections buffer stress - spend meaningful time with supportive friends and family.
Studies show that practicing tai chi can help ease multiple menopause symptoms. The slow movements and deep breaths have been found to reduce hot flashes and night sweats, improve sleep quality, decrease stress and anxiety, boost mood, and enhance overall well-being in menopausal women without side effects.
Founded in 2019, Balance Hormone Clinic focuses exclusively on hormone-related health specializing in balancing hormones for men and women.
With conveniently located North Chesterfield offices, Balance Hormone Clinic offers comprehensive hormone assessment, testing, treatments and lifestyle guidance to help patients achieve peak vitality and quality of life.
Our exceptional patient ratings reflect the level of service, outcomes and support we deliver.
Our clinicians have advanced training in functional medicine, anti-aging, regenerative and personalized precision medicine enabling them to address the root causes of hormone imbalance for men and women.
We collaborate with local wellness partners to offer our patients:
This multidisciplinary approach maximizes the benefits of hormone therapy while empowering sustainable vitality.
Consider Balance Hormone Clinic for Your Menopause Treatment
If you’re struggling with perimenopause or menopause symptoms like hot flashes, sleep disruption, vaginal dryness, weight gain, fatigue, memory issues, mood swings or want to slow bone loss, Balance Hormone Clinic can help.
We offer cutting edge hormone testing, bioidentical hormones, nutrition and lifestyle guidance tailored to your unique needs.
Our caring professionals welcome your questions as we guide you to better health, energy and quality of life.
