HormonesMost women can relate to the physical and emotional aspects of hormones. However, until the past few years, even medical experts did not have a grasp of the true impact of hormones on women and men as we age. Today, menopause and its male counterpart, andropause, are much better understood. Through continued research and new therapies, we now know that hormone imbalance goes far beyond the typical symptoms (mood swings, hot flashes, skin changes, etc.) and impacts major brain and body functions such as cardiovascular, immune, and metabolic systems. Managing estrogens, progesterone, testosterone, human growth hormone, insulin, cortisol, melatonin, thyroid and other hormones are vital to healthy aging. As a result, hormones are in many ways, in control of our ability to fight major diseases. Failing to manage hormones may lead to cancer, heart attacks and diabetes to name a few.
Hormone replacement therapy has worked wonders for many women and men. Unfortunately recent studies by the National Institute of Health revealed a significant cancer risk with synthetic hormones such as Premarin and Prempro. However, bioidentical hormones have been proven to be safe. LexiLife has always used bioidentical hormones. So what can you expect from bioidentical hormones?
To start with, you can expect to feel and look great. Hormone therapy can improve mood, increase energy, improve your skin, increase muscle mass and bone density. If that is not enough, bioidentical hormone therapy has shown to increase libido, reduce cholesterol, triglycerides and LDLs related to heart disease, improve immune system and reduce the risk of diabetes. In short it can improve the quality and length of your life. We often hear patient comments like "I feel like I did when I was in my 20's" or " I got my brain back."
What’s more, bioidentical hormones are safe, and easy to administer through your own private and personalized hormone therapy program. It does not matter if you are thirty five or eighty five, hormone therapy can be effective. If you or your significant other is having even minor symptoms of menopause, andropause, declining libido, weight gain or other symptoms common with hormone imbalances, come see us. It may be the most beneficial medical decision of your life.
Do you want to find out your hormone status? TAKE THE HORMONE SURVEY. Better yet, if you think you have a hormone imbalance, are gaining weight, are losing your libido, or your brain is not as sharp as it once was, schedule a FREE CONSULTATION with Dr. Parker by calling 303.782.5026.
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