Hormone Imbalances

Achieving Balance for Optimal Health : Are you experiencing fatigue, hair loss, acne, weight gain, mood swings, irregular cycles, or hot flashes? These symptoms could be a sign that your hormones are out of balance. Hormonal fluctuations are a natural part of life, starting from a young age and continuing as we grow older, through different life stages. While women follow a 28-day hormone cycle and men a 24-hour cycle, individual lifestyles vary—making personalized care essential for everyone.

Why Hormonal Health is Important

Hormones act as chemical messengers, playing a vital role in regulating many functions throughout the body, including:

  • Energy levels
  • Metabolism
  • Mood stability
  • Skin health

When your hormones are balanced, they help you feel your best. However, even small imbalances can lead to frustrating symptoms like fatigue, weight changes, or emotional ups and downs, impacting your daily life and overall well-being.

Common Hormonal Imbalances We Address

At Create Wellness, we understand that hormonal imbalances can manifest in many forms, each affecting different aspects of your health. Here are some of the most common hormonal imbalances we address:

1. Estrogen Dominance

Estrogen dominance occurs when there is too much estrogen relative to progesterone in the body, leading to symptoms such as:

  • Irregular periods
  • Heavy bleeding
  • Bloating
  • Fatigue
  • Mood swings
  • Breast tenderness

Estrogen dominance is particularly common during perimenopause but can also occur due to environmental toxins, stress, or diet.

2. Thyroid Imbalances (Hypothyroidism & Hyperthyroidism)

The thyroid plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism and energy. Thyroid imbalances can result in:

  • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid) Fatigue, weight gain, dry skin, hair thinning, and depression.
  • Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid) Unexplained weight loss, rapid heartbeat, anxiety, and irritability.

We use comprehensive thyroid testing to assess thyroid function, helping us determine if this is contributing to your symptoms.

3. Adrenal Fatigue

Chronic stress can lead to adrenal fatigue, where the adrenal glands are overworked and unable to produce adequate cortisol. Symptoms of adrenal fatigue include:

  • Chronic fatigue
  • Difficulty managing stress
  • Salt cravings
  • Poor sleep
  • Cognitive fog

We assess adrenal health using tests like salivary cortisol to measure your stress response and create a plan to restore energy and vitality.

4. Progesterone Deficiency

Progesterone is essential for maintaining a healthy menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy. Low levels of progesterone can cause:

  • Irregular periods
  • Heavy bleeding
  • Mood swings
  • Difficulty sleeping

We address progesterone imbalances through natural treatments, hormone replacement if needed, and lifestyle changes that support hormonal health.

5. Insulin Resistance & PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)

Insulin resistance is often linked to PCOS, which is characterized by:

  • Irregular periods
  • Acne
  • Excess hair growth (hirsutism)
  • Infertility
  • Difficulty losing weight

Our approach to addressing insulin resistance and PCOS includes testing for insulin and glucose metabolism, along with strategies to balance blood sugar and support ovarian function.

6. Testosterone Imbalance (in Women)

Testosterone plays a key role in muscle mass, libido, and mood. An imbalance in testosterone levels in women can lead to:

  • Low libido
  • Fatigue
  • Depression
  • Acne
  • Excessive facial/body hair

We assess testosterone through comprehensive testing and offer personalized solutions for restoring balance to your hormones.

7. Estrogen-Only Imbalance in Men

Men also experience estrogen imbalances, although it’s less talked about. In men, high levels of estrogen in relation to testosterone can cause:

  • Decreased libido
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Increased body fat
  • Gynecomastia (development of breast tissue)

We assess male hormone health with tests like the DUTCH hormone test, along with other lab work, to help address estrogen dominance and restore hormonal balance.

Our Comprehensive Approach to Hormonal Health

At Create Wellness, we understand that hormonal imbalances are complex and unique to each individual. That’s why we take a comprehensive and personalized approach to diagnosis and treatment. We typically begin with a new patient evaluation that allows us to better understand your symptoms, health history, and lifestyle. Based on this, we recommend specific tests to uncover underlying imbalances, such as:

  • DUTCH Hormone Testing This test is one of the tools we use to measure hormone levels and their metabolites, providing us with a clear picture of how your body produces and breaks down hormones. This test can reveal imbalances in hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and cortisol.
  • Comprehensive Blood Testing In addition to DUTCH testing, we recommend blood tests to assess thyroid function, adrenal health, and other critical markers that could be contributing to your symptoms.
  • Functional Lab Testing We utilize advanced lab tests to assess your overall health and uncover hidden imbalances that may be contributing to hormonal dysfunction.

How We Address Hormonal Imbalances

Our holistic approach includes:

  • Personalized Nutrition Plans Tailored to your unique hormonal needs, these plans focus on foods that nourish and support hormone balance.
  • Custom Herbal Recommendations We offer natural, herbal solutions to help support and balance your hormones.
  • Lifestyle Adjustments Stress management, sleep optimization, and other lifestyle changes play a key role in restoring hormonal balance.
  • Vitamin IV Therapy Precise nutrient delivery to support overall health and address deficiencies that may be affecting your hormonal health.
  • Acupuncture and Natural Healing Acupuncture helps reduce stress and promotes balance in your body’s systems, supporting the healing process.

Addressing Hormonal Health: A Holistic Approach

Hormonal imbalances are complex, and one-size-fits-all solutions don’t work. That’s why we look at the whole picture—combining lab testing, nutritional support, lifestyle changes, and natural therapies to create a tailored plan that meets your individual needs. Whether it’s managing stress, improving sleep, or balancing your diet, we’re here to guide you on your journey to hormonal health.

Get Started Today

If you’re tired of struggling with hormonal imbalances and want to find lasting relief, schedule a consultation with us today. We’ll help you uncover the root cause of your symptoms and design a personalized treatment plan to restore balance and improve your quality of life.

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