“Osteoporosis” refers to the gradual, progressive, decreasing bone density affecting millions of Americans. “Osteo,” the Greek term for bone, and “poros,” which means porous. Bio-identical hormones are a safe and effective treatment for Osteoporosis. Both women and men share the risk of experiencing Osteoporosis as they age. This condition typically begins around the age of 50.…
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When do signs of menopause occur? Menopause is a natural aspect of aging that every woman experiences. Despite its normalcy, the physical and emotional changes associated with menopause can be overwhelming, reminiscent of the puberty stage: “Is this typical?”, “What’s next?”, or “Is there something I need to do?” Menopause is a highly individualized experience,…
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What are the symptoms of Perimenopause? Suppose you are experiencing more frequent mood swings, elevated stress and anxiety levels, difficulty sleeping, and feeling warmer than usual. In that case, you may be experiencing the beginning stages of “perimenopause.” Doctors refer to Perimenopause as the “transition” to menopause, which is the end of a woman’s reproductive…
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There are several symptoms of hormone imbalance in woman. This list contains just a few of those symptoms. Hormones affect every cell and every system in the body. Because of this, hormone imbalances can cause many problems, some debilitating. Hormonal shifts are natural and everyday occurrences. Those shifts include the monthly changes responsible for menstruation…
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Can hormone imbalance cause weight gain? A healthy diet and regular exercise would be all you need to maintain a healthy weight in a perfect world. But for some, the scale stays the same no matter how much time is spent in the gym or how strict the diet is. For some people, despite legitimate…
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Vasomotor symptoms in menopause include hot flashes and night sweats. These are also the best-known symptoms of menopause. They are also what is known as “Vasomotor Symptoms.” Roughly 4 of 5 women that go through menopause will have vasomotor symptoms. How Do Vasomotor Symptoms Feel? Hot flashes feel like a wave of “heat” that rushes…
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Testosterone pellet therapy for men and women in Denver has been a proven and favored method of hormone optimization for over 80 years. Our favored providers at Integrative Health and Rehabilitation are proud to offer testosterone pellets to both men and women. As we age, our bodies slow testosterone production. Conversely, the male version of…
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Do I need new Biote Pellets? Biote bio-identical hormone therapy naturally balances your hormones. Hormone replacement (or optimization) helps you feel better and more energized when your hormone levels begin to naturally decline. Bioidentical hormones (like the hormones made in your body) can restore your sex drive, increase muscle mass, reduce body fat, give you…
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What Are Hormones? Before taking your quiz for female hormone imbalance, what are hormones? Hormones act as chemical “messengers” that allow different parts of the body to communicate and even increase or decrease different actions carried out by our glands and organs. Produced by the endocrine glands, these include the Thyroid, Testes, Uterus, and Pancreas,…
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How much does Biote cost? Is hormone replacement therapy expensive? Also, what is Biote therapy? Biote manufactures high-quality Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) pellets. Biote therapy is very similar in cost to other types of hormone replacement therapy. Integrative Health and Rehabilitation in Denver, Colorado, charges $355 for female pellets, usually lasting 4 to 6…
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