Combing Through the Myths of Hair Health
Hair 101: Understanding Hair and Hair Loss As a nurse practitioner specializing in hormonal imbalances, I’ve met many patients concerned about their hair health. Let’s get a quick overview of hair basics: Hair grows from follicles located in the scalp, and each strand goes through a growth cycle consisting of three phases: anagen (growth), catagen […]
The Modern Woman’s Guide to Perimenopause
Perimenopause can be a confusing and challenging time, but it’s also an opportunity to focus on your health and well-being. This transition, which can start as early as your mid-30s and last into your 50s, comes with a host of changes. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you navigate this journey with confidence and […]
What Does a Full Thyroid Panel Look Like?
Working in a wellness focused practice, I often get asked about thyroid health and its impact on weight. Your thyroid is a key player in regulating your metabolism, so understanding how it works and what a full thyroid panel includes can be really helpful. Let’s dive into the details! Symptoms of Thyroid Dysfunction When your […]
The Role of Testosterone Optimization in Men’s Health:
My Perspective as a Healthcare Provider Over the last several years at Balanced Health, we have added services to support men’s health. With the addition of our Testosterone Optimization Program for men, I’ve observed the significant benefits that testosterone optimization can bring to many aspects of a patient’s life. Testosterone is a crucial hormone that […]
MENOPAUSE 101
EXPERIENCING THESE SYMPTOMS OF MENOPAUSE? WHEN TO GET TREATMENT For many women, menopause is a part of life that is always looming on the horizon. Often, they could start noticing early signs of menopause in their 40s or even mid-30s. The symptoms of hormonal imbalance associated with menopause only intensify diminishing a woman’s quality of […]
SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENT FOR PERIMENOPAUSE
The symptoms of menopause can really flip a woman’s quality of life upside down. This wide range of symptoms can attack your ability to focus, sleep, exercise, and more. Perimenopause can also diminish your sexual desire and affect your physical appearance in different ways, such as hair loss and weight gain, among many others. Simply […]
THE STAGES OF MENOPAUSE, EXPLAINED
Approximately 1.3 million women ENTER MENOPAUSE annually in the United States. The average age nationally is 51 to 52 years, but that doesn’t mean early menopause isn’t entirely off the table. Almost five percent of women will start menopause as early as 40. Have you wondered what the stages of menopause are and, more importantly, how you […]
LOW TESTOSTERONE & WEIGHT GAIN IN MEN: IS THERE A CONNECTION
Have you found that you’ve hit a wall when it comes to your fitness? Is it getting harder and harder to lose weight and keep it off? You may be experiencing something that affects millions of men worldwide: the symptoms of low testosterone (aka hypogonadism). More specifically, you’re probably dealing with one of the many […]
THE BENEFITS OF HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY AND WHY THEY OUTWEIGH THE RISKS
Everyone experiences hormonal decline as they age. For the few men and women for whom this occurs without symptoms, count yourselves fortunate. But for the estimated 90% of women who experience symptomatic menopause and the millions of men who develop low T, hormonal change can create uncomfortable physical, emotional, and even cognitive effects. If your […]
