Hormone therapy, also known as hormone replacement therapy (HRT), involves supplementing hormones that are lacking or out of balance in the body. This treatment can provide relief from uncomfortable deficiency signs and help people regain optimal health.
At Vitality Hormone Center clinic in Somerset, we offer customized natural hormone replacement therapy to help both men and women restore hormonal balance. We provide cutting edge therapies like testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and bioidentical hormone therapy using hormones chemically identical to those produced naturally in the body.
Imbalances in key hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and thyroid can cause wide-ranging signs and symptoms. Common indications of hormonal dysregulation include:
If experiencing any of the above, timely diagnosis and treatment is key to relieve discomfort and prevent long term issues.
Restoring hormonal balance provides expansive benefits:
While lifestyle interventions are always the first action for hormonal health, balancing key hormones provides a significant therapeutic boost.
There are bioidentical and synthetic forms of most hormones on the market today. At Vitality Hormone Center clinic, we specialize in customized bioidentical hormone therapy crafted from natural ingredients for each unique patient.
Bioidentical hormones:
Key hormones we commonly prescribe in custom formulations include:
Supports hormone balances related to menstruation, fertility, sexual function, bone health, cardiovascular function, skin and hair quality and more.
Works synergistically with estrogen to regulate menstruation and supports pregnancy, brain function and bone health. Also has natural calming effects.
Critical in both men and women for metabolism, weight management, sexual health, cognitive abilities and emotional wellbeing.
Regulates metabolism, energy, weight, digestion, heart rate, mood and more. Low thyroid is a common cause of hormonal imbalance.
A precursor to estrogen and testosterone that declines with age, low levels negatively impact sexual health, mood, the body’s stress response system and metabolic factors.
We also provide additional therapies like melatonin, growth hormone and sermorelin on an as-needed basis.
HRT is highly customizable to each patient’s needs and generally improved with nutrition and lifestyle interventions.
Hormone therapy can help transgender individuals align their physical characteristics with their gender identity. Surprisingly, for transgender women, hormone therapy has been found to promote breast tissue growth and fat redistribution in a typical female pattern, allowing them to develop natural-looking breasts without implants.
The journey with Vitality Hormone Center clinic begins with a comprehensive initial assessment where we:
This allows us to get a complete picture of current hormone function and determine if treatment is warranted.
For those who will benefit from HRT, we then develop a customized, bioidentical hormone prescription specifically formulated to the patient’s hormone optimization goals.
Follow up consultations and lab testing ensures proper dosing for long term therapeutic benefit without side effects. We partner with patients throughout the process until optimal balance is achieved.
There are multiple formats available for bioidentical delivery. Options our providers may recommend include:
Capsules taken by mouth 1-3 times daily depending on the hormone formula. Most convenient option.
Slower release creams providing sustained concentrations directly through skin absorption.
Direct injections into the muscle for those needing robust concentrations the bloodstream cannot otherwise achieve.
Small implants inserted under the hip skin which provide consistent hormones for 3-6 months before needing replacement. Avoid daily administration.
The method chosen depends on the patient’s hormone needs and lifestyle factors. We work with patients to determine the optimal protocol.
While hormone therapy provides the essential building blocks for optimal wellness, lifestyle interventions magnify positive effects:
Eating a balanced, whole food diet supports natural hormone synthesis andavoids consuming endocrine disruptors found in heavily processed foods.
Key supportive foods to emphasize include green leafy and cruciferous vegetables, beans/legumes, nuts/seeds, berries, avocadoes for healthy fats and lean, pasture-raised proteins. These provide critical vitamins, minerals and antioxidants facilitating hormone function.
Avoid sugar, refined grains, factory-farmed animal products and fried foods which provoke inflammation interfering with hormone balance. Stay hydrated and minimize caffeine and alcohol intake as well.
Regular exercise promotes hormone sensitizing effects while reducing insulin resistance and inflammation - both antagonists of hormonal health.
Aim for a mix of resistance training to build lean muscle mass and HIIT cardio intervals for metabolic support. Outdoor movement like walking immersed in nature also counters the effects of chronic stress on delicate hormone pathways.
The Somerset area offers beautiful countryside and rolling hills perfect for gentle hikes, LONG walks and light cycling during HRT. There are also lovely gardens and parks ideal for relaxing movement and mindfulness practices.
Indoor options like yoga, pilates and gentle weight lifting classes are available at local centers like Green Health Studio and Somerfit Gym.
Chronic stress provokes hormone chaos through elevated cortisol and inflammation.
Relaxation practices like breathwork, meditation, massage, saunas, epsom salt baths, journaling and time in nature turn off the stress response, supporting healthy endocrine function.
Prioritizing restorative sleep, pleasure, creativity and connection refills depleted reserves, bolstering the body’s innate capacity for homeostasis.
There are a number of tranquil retreats surrounding Somerset to unplug from daily demands and nourish inner reserves through activities like sound healing, forest bathing, gentle somatic movement, art therapy or emotive poetry.
The Somerset area provides an intrinsically therapeutic backdrop to initiate hormone balancing protocols.
Known for its lush countryside, winding pastures and proximity to revitalizing coastal towns, the willful pace invites attunement to natural bio-rhythms readily supporting HRT.
The temperate, mild maritime climate mitigates extremes in seasonal weather shifts which can exacerbate hormone dysfunction. Cooler months tend to be grey but not frigid, while moderate summer heat retains the moisture critical for verdant growth.
These stable atmospheric conditions create an ecosystem ripe for restoring inner equilibrium to those with hormonal dysregulation. The availability of farm-fresh, locally produced foods further bolsters nutritional backing for treatment.
Pastoral landscapes in all directions provide unlimited access to the kinds of gently immersive natural environments scientifically demonstrated to reduce stress hormones and engender restorative mind-states.
The intrinsic presence of community, artistic expression and ancestrally-rooted customs offers connective tissuesupporting emotional needs during intensive personal healing work.
Indigenous nature-based modalities practiced here since ancient times such as forest bathing, sound healing and stone medicine offer complementary therapeutics for holistic wellness.
Come tap into the healing heartbeat of this land known for harmonizing body, mind and soul as you embark upon your hormone balancing journey. Experience the extraordinary support Somerset provides.
Hormone health is essential for optimal functioning on all levels. Seeking prompt treatment for deficiencies and imbalances can profoundly improve quality of life.
Rebalancing key hormones using bioidentical protocols customized to the individual provides a safe, effective approach done under medical supervision based on testing key blood levels.
Nutrition, exercise, stress reduction and self-care practices magnify improvements from HRT by supporting the body’s innate drive for homeostasis.
Vitality Hormone Center provides cutting edge hormone optimizing therapy using nature-derived bioidentical hormones for both men and women to restore energy, sexual vitality and emotional wellbeing.
We partner with patients through a personalized, integrated treatment process until Ideal balance is reached, continually adjusting protocols as needed over the long term.
When hormonal harmony is cultivated, patients can thrive living their lives vibrantly again.
At Vitality Hormone Center in Somerset, restoring inner balance with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy allows the possibility of optimal health regardless of age or gender. There is no need to live with discomfort and frustration any longer. Call today to begin your journey!
