Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, hormone replacement is very safe when implemented with the whole picture in mind. I follow the framework of the right treatment for the right patient.
Some of the well-known ones like hot flashes, night sweats, and low sex drive are just a few of the symptoms that are experienced by women in menopause. But many other symptoms can also be associated with menopause such as brain fog, joint pain, frozen shoulder, itchy dry skin, frequent urinary tract infections, and incontinence.
Yes, men do experience hormonal dysfunction, most typically in the 4th to 5th decade of life. They may notice that they are taking longer to recover from a workout, have trouble gaining muscle, have poor sleep, sleep apnea, and have trouble with erections to name a few.
Metabolic dysfunction in short means that your body's cellular and organ system is not functioning as optimal as it is designed. This leads to heart disease, low energy, high blood pressure, high triglycerides, and increased belly fat to name a few.
A holistic health coach is a professional who comes alongside you and guides you toward your goals for improved health. The focus of holistic health is that the body is viewed as a whole system of mind, body, and spirit. These systems are all connected and affected positively and negatively by the foods we eat and the environment we surround ourselves with.
Health insurance plans may cover a portion of health coaching if it is included in your benefits package. I can provide my clients with a superbill to submit to their insurance for possible reimbursement after the services have been paid for.
A range of symptoms indicative of poor metabolic health includes difficulty achieving restful sleep, heightened inflammation levels in the body, persistent fatigue and low energy, mental cloudiness often referred to as brain fog, sluggish digestive processes leading to bowel irregularity, an accumulation of belly fat, and challenges in shedding excess weight. These signs can significantly impact overall well-being and daily functioning.