Welcome to Renew Hormone Institute! We specialize in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), an innovative approach to treating hormone imbalances and deficiencies. BHRT uses hormones that are molecularly identical to those produced naturally in the human body to restore optimal hormonal levels and improve health and wellbeing.
At Renew Hormone Institute, our experienced medical staff provides individualized care to help patients look and feel their best. We offer comprehensive BHRT programs as well as other services to promote healthy aging and an improved quality of life.
Bioidentical hormones are man-made hormones that are chemically and structurally identical to those produced naturally in the human body. The most commonly prescribed bioidentical hormones include:
Unlike synthetic hormones used in traditional hormone replacement therapy, bioidentical hormones have the same molecular makeup as the hormones produced in the human body. This allows them to bind to hormone receptors and mimic the function of natural hormones.
Bioidentical hormone replacement restores optimal hormone levels through the use of plant-derived hormones that are formulated to match natural human hormones. This approach aims to eliminate unpleasant symptoms of hormonal imbalance while minimizing side effects.
BHRT is highly customized for each individual patient based on symptoms, medical history, lab testing, and more. Our practitioners will evaluate hormone levels through blood, saliva, or urine tests to determine which bioidentical hormones to prescribe.
The hormones are available in a variety of formulations including pills, topical creams, gels, sublingual drops, and pellet implants placed under the skin. This allows bioidentical hormones to be dosed to meet each patient's needs.
The initial prescription is carefully monitored and adjusted over time to achieve hormonal balance for the patient. Most patients report experiencing significant symptom relief along with renewed energy, improved sleep, enhanced skin and hair, increased muscle mass, better mood, and an overall improvement in quality of life.
There are many excellent reasons to consider bioidentical hormone replacement:
For both men and women over 30, replenishing declining hormone levels through bioidentical hormone therapy can restore wellbeing and vitality. With careful monitoring, most patients can enjoy the many benefits of BHRT safely and effectively.
At Renew Hormone Institute in Seal Beach, it is our mission to help patients optimize their health, energy, and vitality through expert bioidentical hormone replacement. As local BHRT specialists, we take the time to understand our patients' unique needs and goals.
We specialize in natural, integrative therapies to promote hormone balance, disease prevention, and healthy aging. Our practitioners stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in BHRT to provide patients with the most effective, state-of-the-art care.
There are many reasons patients choose to entrust their hormonal health to Renew Hormone Institute:
Getting started with bioidentical hormone therapy is easy. Make an appointment for an initial consultation. We will:
We look forward to helping you restore hormonal balance, feel your best, and make the most of each day!
Declining hormone levels and imbalances are a natural part of aging. However, the resulting symptoms can negatively impact quality of life. Identifying hormone deficiencies early and pursuing treatment through bioidentical hormone replacement is the key to optimal health.
Estrogen deficiency can lead to hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, anxiety, brain fog, sleep disturbances, and bone loss.
Low testosterone in men may cause erectile dysfunction, muscle loss, fatigue, depression, and enlarged breast tissue.
An underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) produces symptoms like unexplained weight gain, dry skin, sensitivity to cold, and feeling tired or sluggish.
Low progesterone levels can result in symptoms such as irregular menstrual cycles, difficulty getting pregnant, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Bioidentical hormones can be used to safely and effectively treat hormone imbalances once properly diagnosed through lab testing and evaluation by a hormone specialist. Our doctors will create a personalized treatment plan to help patients find relief.
Making certain lifestyle adjustments can also help support healthy hormone levels:
When hormone imbalances persist despite lifestyle measures, BHRT offers a safe, natural solution to restore wellbeing. Our clinic provides both hormonal and lifestyle interventions to help patients look and feel their best.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. Although marketed as "natural," the body processes bioidentical estrogens and progestins very similarly to synthetic versions. More research is still needed on their long-term risks and benefits compared to traditional hormone therapy.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can alleviate symptoms of hormonal decline in both men and women. As we age, levels of key hormones start to fall. For women, the decline is most dramatic during perimenopause and menopause as estrogen and progesterone production decreases. In men, testosterone levels also start to drop around age 30, leading to "andropause" or male menopause. Thyroid hormones may also become imbalanced at any age leading to problematic symptoms.
Correcting hormone deficiencies and imbalances through BHRT provides patients with a broad range of health and wellbeing benefits. Bioidentical estrogens, progesterone, testosterone and thyroid hormones are plant-derived and identical at the molecular level to natural human hormones. This allows them to exactly fit hormone receptor sites and mimic the action of the body's own hormones.
When prescribed by a knowledgeable healthcare professional, bioidentical hormones can safely and effectively treat the hormonal decline associated with aging. Our clinic specializes in BHRT programs tailored to each patient's needs. If you're experiencing symptoms of hormonal imbalance, we can help you feel healthy and vibrant again!
At Renew Hormone Institute, we recognize that healthy aging encompasses more than hormone optimization. Our practitioners utilize an integrative approach focused on helping patients achieve wellness through:
Our goal is to help patients feel their healthiest through a whole-body approach, while using bioidentical hormones to alleviate deficiencies from hormonal decline. Contact our clinic today to learn more!
The key difference is that bioidentical hormones have a chemical structure identical to hormones produced in the human body. Synthetic hormones have a different structure that may increase side effects.
Common options include pills, creams, gels, injections, sublingual drops, and sustained-release pellet implants. Our doctors determine the optimal delivery method for each patient.
There are some risks like blood clots and stroke associated with oral estrogen. We mitigate risks by prescribing bioidentical hormones in their natural, physiological ratios and doses.
Most patients can take bioidentical hormones with few side effects, although some temporary side effects can occur initially while starting treatment. We carefully monitor patients to ensure optimal symptom relief.
Most patients report significant improvements in symptoms within the first 1-2 months of starting treatment. The full benefits are usually experienced 3-6 months into therapy once hormones are optimized.
