Hormone replacement therapy is widely used to treat hormonal imbalances in menopausal women and men. This type of treatment can help women with a variety of menopausal symptoms, including decreased sex desire, mood swings, night sweats, and feeling extremely cold at night. It’s also used to treat hot flashes, frequent urination, weight gain, and sex discomfort. However, HRT is not only beneficial to women. Men who have low testosterone levels, a lack of motivation, muscle mass loss, and an inability to erect are ideal candidates.
What is hormone therapy to lose weight?
Weight gain is caused by the hormones cortisol, testosterone, dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), and thyroid. Weight loss programs are difficult for people who have hormonal fluctuations. People with hormonal imbalances have symptoms such as belly fat, night sweats, sexual dysfunction, infertility, mood swings, and anxiety, in addition to uncontrolled weight gain.
To balance hormone levels and regulate your weight, we use bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). Plant-derived BHRT hormones are available as injectable pellets, creams, or pills. When you come to our clinic, we will run blood tests to determine your fluctuating hormone levels and then start you on hormone therapy. Once the BHRT formulation enters your bloodstream, it causes hormone levels to balance and aids in the elimination of excess body fat.
What is the relationship between stress, hormones, and weight loss?
Chronic stress disrupts metabolism, resulting in weight gain. When stressed, many people turn to comfort eating, increasing their appetite for unhealthy foods such as fatty and sugary snacks. When people are stressed, they tend to eat more. Cortisol, the stress hormone, is responsible for increasing blood sugar levels by stimulating fat and carbohydrate metabolism. This, in turn, increases one’s appetite. If you want your weight loss efforts to be successful, you must control your cortisol levels.
How hormone replacement therapy can help you with weight loss
Many women find it difficult to lose weight during menopause. Most of them commit to exercising in order to lose excess weight gain, but it has an impact on them. The good news is that you can induce weight loss by addressing your hormonal imbalance and replenishing your lost hormones.
Many factors can contribute to your body’s gaining weight. This can be caused by a hormonal imbalance, a change in diet, a slowing metabolism, or inactivity. Low levels of hormones affect weight loss efforts by increasing the possibility of fat storage.
Ways to Administer Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone therapy can be administered in these four ways:
Implants: Implants, which are placed beneath the skin, gradually release estrogen hormones into your body, preventing weight gain and belly fat. Implants are a safe and effective method that does not require regular monitoring.
Estrogen gel: This gel functions as a natural sex hormone and is commonly used to treat menopausal symptoms. The gel, when applied to the skin’s surface, reduces the frequency and severity of hot flashes.
Tablets: Some people prefer estrogen tablets to other forms of HRT. These tablets, taken once a day, can help reduce vaginal dryness and hot flashes.
Skin Patches: Patches are a more convenient method of administering hormone replacement therapy than tablets. The patches are applied to your skin and replaced after a few days.
Alternative Methods of Hormone Replacement Therapy
HRT may be effective and all, but it isn’t for everyone. Taking hormone replacement therapy to control hormone levels can be difficult for some women. If you’re one of them, here are some alternative methods for managing menopausal symptoms.
Lifestyle changes
Physical activity can help you sleep better and reduce hot flashes. It improves your mood, increases your metabolism, reduces abdominal fat, and relieves emotional and physical stress. Regular exercise is an effective antidote for postmenopausal women experiencing negative symptoms.
In addition to exercising, adopt a healthy and balanced diet rich in whole grains. Diabetes and other lifestyle-related diseases can be reduced as a result. Reduce your calorie intake while doing so, and avoid fatty foods that boost your metabolism. It is also beneficial to wear loose clothing at night.
Ordinary Hormones
These hormones are created by qualified home specialists using natural plant ingredients. They serve the same purpose as HRT and are a viable alternative. Though they can serve the same purpose, you should avoid them because they are neither medically proven nor regulated by anyone.
Advantages of Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone replacement therapy is beneficial in many ways and, when used correctly, can produce the desired results. The most significant advantage of HRT is that it reduces factors that cause hormonal imbalances during menopause and alleviates a variety of menopausal symptoms, such as:
- Inability to have sex
- Lack of motivation
- Night sweats
- Low sex drive
- Mood disorder
- extreme cold at night
- Hot flashes
- Frequent urination
- Weight gain
- Soreness during sex
- Change in testosterone levels
Dangers of Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone replacement therapy is generally safe, but it does carry some risks. Taking estrogen gels causes little or no harm to your body, but it may increase your risk of developing breast cancer. HRT medication also raises the risk of blood clots and insulin resistance. Your liver increases the production of blood-clotting factors by processing estrogen. Long-term HRT use raises the risk of heart attack and stroke in postmenopausal women. Before deciding on a method of hormonal therapy to use, consult with a hormone specialist about the best option.
Looking for Effective Hormone Replacement Therapy? Book an Appointment with Meridian Health & Wellness Today
Menopause is a challenging stage for many women, as their bodies experience a decrease in natural reproductive hormones. Some women struggle with menopausal symptoms such as weight gain and loss of motivation. If you’re approaching menopause, it’s a good idea to consult with experts who understand the changes your body goes through and the best HRT methods.
Meridian Health can assist you in addressing hormone imbalances and body changes so that you can go about your life. We have licensed and experienced providers who can help you reach your goals. To schedule an appointment, please call (470) 344-5786 or email info@meridianhealthatl.com.
