Are you feeling tired, gaining weight, suffering from brain fog? Do you experience unexplained skin issues, chronic pain, anxiety, headaches or other nagging health problems that don’t seem to improve?
The Functional Medicine team at Invision Health can help. Located at 400 International Drive in Buffalo, consists of holistic health practitioners with decades of experience and extensive knowledge in treating and restoring balance to your body.
Your hormones could be the missing piece.
Hormones - including sex hormones, thyroid hormones and adrenal hormones play a critical role in how you feel every day. When they’re out of balance, even slightly, they can impact nearly every system in your body. They regulate energy, metabolism, mood, and overall well-being. When levels of key hormones-like thyroid, cortisol, estrogen, or insulin-fall out of balance, it can trigger persistent tiredness, stubborn weight changes (especially around the midsection), ongoing aches or joint pain, and other frustrating symptoms that disrupt daily life. These imbalances affect women and men differently, often due to natural life stages like menopause, andropause, or other conditions. Below is a breakdown of the common effects:
Sex Hormones
Sex hormones such as estrogen, testosterone and progesterone are produced by the ovaries and testes. They are essential for sexual development and reproduction, and they also affect:
- Bone density
- Brain function
- Libido
- Muscle Mass
- Mood
Thyroid Hormones
The thyroid is a small gland located in the front of your neck. It uses iodine from food to produce T4 (thyroxine) and T3 (triiodothyronine) - hormones that regulate your metabolism. Every cell in your body depends on thyroid hormones and when your thyroid isn’t working properly a wide range of health issues occur.
Adrenal Hormones
Your two adrenal glands sit on top of your kidneys and produce hormones that help:
- Control blood sugar
- Burn fat
- Regulate blood pressure
They also respond to stress from illness, injury and emotional strain. Many common symptoms are linked to how well your adrenal glands are functioning.
Signs of Hormonal Imbalances
If your body is producing too much or too little of certain hormones you may experience these symptoms:
- Anxiety or depression
- Fatigue or low energy
- Weight gain
- Decreased libido
- Irritability
- Sleep disturbances
- Hair loss or brittle nails
- Dry skin
- Constipation
- Hot flashes or cold intolerance
- Memory issues
- Sugar or salt cravings
- High cholesterol
While you may not have been diagnosed with a disease, small fluctuations in hormones can impact your overall health and create some of the nagging symptoms you may be experiencing. In addition, chronic health concerns often develop when the body’s hormones are out of balance for extended periods of time or as a result of stress and anxiety in your life.
If you are not feeling well in your daily life or you would like to get your hormones tested, Invision Health Functional Medicine can help. Our team consists of holistic health practitioners with decades of experience and extensive knowledge in treating and restoring balance to your body. They also specialize in
hormone replacement therapy and issues resulting from menopause. They will do a physical exam, and order comprehensive lab work to determine exactly how your body is producing hormones. The findings will be reviewed in detail during your follow-up visit along with a treatment plan to help manage your hormones on an ongoing basis. They do not replace your Primary Care Physician or Endocrinologist, rather they work in conjunction with your other health care providers and provide more detailed testing and guidance.
If you would like a comprehensive hormone consultation and plan, schedule your 90-minute consultation today call 631-3555 ext. 4256. The facility is located at 400 International Drive in Buffalo.
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