Hormone imbalance - Vitality Renewal Clinic

What is hormone imbalance?

A hormone imbalance occurs when there are too much or too little of a certain hormone in the body. Hormones are powerful chemical messengers that travel through the bloodstream to trigger various functions in the body. When hormone levels fluctuate and become too high or too low, it can lead to unpleasant symptoms.

Some common signs of a hormone imbalance include:

• Changes in appetite and weight
• Fatigue, lack of energy
• Trouble sleeping
• Mood changes like depression or anxiety
• Reduced sex drive
• Menstrual cycle irregularities

There are various causes of hormonal imbalances. These include:

• Stress - High stress levels can disrupt hormones like cortisol and adrenaline
• Poor diet - Not eating enough healthy fats or nutrients can impact hormones
• Thyroid disorders - An underactive or overactive thyroid affects hormone regulation
• Menopause - Declining estrogen and progesterone causes significant hormonal shifts
• PCOS - Polycystic ovarian syndrome leads to excess androgens like testosterone
• Pituitary gland tumors - Can increase or decrease key hormones like prolactin

If you think you may have a hormone imbalance, get your levels tested. A simple blood test can check hormones like estrogen, testosterone, cortisol, thyroid and insulin to see if they are out of range.

Once identified, there are various medical ways to treat hormonal imbalances including:

• Hormone replacement therapy - Taking estrogen, testosterone or thyroid medication to get hormones back in balance
• Medications - Birth control pills or other prescriptions can regulate certain hormones
• Supplements - Herbal remedies like primrose oil can support hormonal health for some people
• Lifestyle changes - Improving diet, exercise, sleep and stress relief enables the endocrine system to better self-regulate

The experts at Vitality Renewal Clinic specialize in identifying and treating hormone imbalances through customized treatment plans. Their cutting-edge diagnostics, bioidentical hormone therapy and holistic protocols help patients find hormonal balance from the inside out. Contact them today for a consultation.

Balanced hormones are key for overall health and wellbeing. Pay attention to your body and moods, get tested annually, and take action to address any imbalances you may have through medication, supplements or lifestyle changes. Achieving hormonal equilibrium should improve energy, sleep, weight, skin health and mental health over time.