Hormone Imbalance & Functional Medicine Solutions

The Truth About Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

The Women’s Health Initiative Study (1991-2001) found that synthetic hormones increased the risk of:

• Heart disease

• Breast cancer

• Stroke

• Pulmonary embolism

Despite these risks, synthetic HRT is still widely prescribed with less-than-ideal results.

A Functional Medicine Approach

More women are turning to natural solutions to restore balance in the entire Endocrine System:

• HPA Axis (Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Adrenal)

• Thyroid Function

• Sex Hormones

Even bioidentical hormones fail to address the upper-level endocrine glands, making full balance impossible without a whole-system approach.

The Missing Link: Adrenal Health

Chronic stress leads to Adrenal Burnout, disrupting sex hormones and overall endocrine function. Testing options include:

• Saliva Testing (DiagnosTechs Labs)

• Hair Mineral Analysis (Analytical Research Labs)

Restoring adrenal function can relieve:

• Chronic pain

• Belly fat accumulation

• Digestive issues

• Fatigue & fibromyalgia

• Emotional distress & infertility

Once Adrenal & Thyroid health are restored, further hormone testing can pinpoint any remaining imbalances.

Menopause: What Every Woman Should Know

• 40% of women worldwide undergo surgical menopause

• 49-52 years old is the average onset in the U.S.

• 7-10 years is the peri-menopause transition period

• Estrogen levels may rise 20-30% higher before final decline

• The Adrenal Glands take over hormone production as ovaries slow down

Common Menopause Symptoms

• Mood swings & brain fog

• Insomnia & night sweats

• Decreased libido & joint pain

• Weight gain (especially in the abdomen)

Best Testing Method? Saliva Over Blood Tests

Saliva testing measures free, active hormones, unlike blood tests that only show bound hormones.

Effective Natural Treatments

• Whole food supplements to nourish glands

• Adaptogenic herbs to restore HPA Axis balance

• Liver detox to eliminate hormone-disrupting toxins

Many women using our Functional Medicine approach experience a smooth menopause transition without synthetic hormones.

PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)

Key Facts

• Most common hormonal disorder in women (20s-30s)

• 50% of women with excess hair growth have PCOS

• 70% of cases go undiagnosed

• 30-75% of PCOS patients are obese

• 15x higher infertility rates

Common Symptoms

• Irregular or heavy periods

• Ovarian pain & breast tenderness

• Acne, hair loss, mood swings

Root Causes & Testing

• Excess androgens (testosterone)

• Insulin resistance & metabolic dysfunction

• Thyroid & inflammatory markers

Our PCOS Treatment Plan

1. Diet & lifestyle modifications

2. One-month liver detox

3. Nutritional support for metabolic balance

4. HPA Axis hormone balancing

Endometriosis: Understanding the Condition

• Affects 7-10% of U.S. women

• Most commonly found in ovaries, uterus, and colon

• Chronic pelvic pain & infertility are primary symptoms

• Linked to autoimmune diseases & high estrogen levels

• 50% increased risk of ovarian cancer

Common Risk Factors

• Family history & hormonal imbalances

• High exposure to endocrine disruptors (BPA, pesticides, parabens)

• Vitamin D deficiency & high trans-fat diets

Functional Medicine Treatment Approach

• Restoration of an optimally balanced Endocrine System while addressing the causative factors of the pathology

• Modify diet to regulate sugar metabolism, decrease processed foods and replace with health-promoting foods

• Restore GI System to optimum function for complete breakdown of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates

• Guidance regarding the awareness and elimination of all Xenohormone (Endocrine Disruptor) chemicals

• One month Liver Detox is essential to escort out hormone disrupting chemicals and maintain healthy hormones

• Strong herbal-based therapies for managing endometrial cells and lesions and for controlling excess Estrogen

Severe cases may require surgical removal of excess tissue, followed by a comprehensive natural recovery plan to prevent recurrence.

📞 Contact us today to begin your journey to hormone balance.