Hormonal imbalance is the state of having too much or too little of a hormone in the body. Hormones are chemical substances produced by the endocrine glands with the primary mandate of regulating activities in cells and organs.
In other words, hormones act as chemical messengers that go around the body controlling and coordinating activities. Some of the crucial processes they regulate include fertility, metabolism, hunger and appetite, growth, and moods.
There are various endocrine glands located in different parts of the body, each controlling a different body process. For instance, the hypothalamus gland controls body temperature, thyroid glands regulate metabolism, and estrogen controls reproduction, menstruation, and fertility.
When hormones go out of balance, either as a result of being too little or too much, they disrupt the smooth functioning of the body. This negatively impacts health and wellbeing.

Hormonal imbalance can occur when the endocrine glands do not function properly. It can also happen as a result of a medical condition or lifestyle and environmental factors. Life stages, such as puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause, also cause hormonal fluctuations in women.
Now, let us turn our attention to hormone replacement therapy.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), also known as menopausal replacement therapy, is a form of treatment used to relieve symptoms associated with menopause. Menopause is marked by a drop in the body’s production of estrogen and progesterone, which results in symptoms such as hot flashes, fatigue, irritability, and other adverse effects.
HRT involves introducing estrogen or progestin (or both) into the body, which helps reduce the symptoms caused by menopause.
Hormone replacement therapy is also useful in relieving the symptoms of PCOS, a medical condition bought about by hormonal imbalance.
There are two primary forms of hormone replacement therapy. These are:

Estrogen Therapy
The symptoms of menopause described above are caused by a fall in estrogen levels in the body. Estrogen therapy is the introduction of small doses of estrogen in the body. This type of treatment is often recommended to women who have had a hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus). It is also ideal for those who have had the removal of both the uterus and ovaries.
Estrogen therapy can be administered through oral pills, vaginal rings, tablets, creams, gels, and sprays.

Combination Therapy
This is a combination of estrogen and progestin, which is a synthetic form of progesterone. This kind of therapy is recommended for women who have their uterus. It can be administered through oral pills and Low-dose intrauterine devices (IUD).

Each of these methods has its pros and cons, depending on the duration of use and severity of symptoms. To identify which one is safest for you, you should consult with your physician.

These are two of the most debilitating conditions a woman can experience. Both conditions stem from hormonal imbalance and often present similar symptoms, including:

Unexplained weight gain
Hormonal acne
Vaginal dryness
Infertility
Increased hair growth in the face, neck, and chest
Weak bones
Insomnia
Low libido
Mood swings and irritability
Palpitations
Hair loss
Let us look at each of these conditions briefly:

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition caused by hormonal imbalance in women. When a woman has PCOS, her body produces more male hormones than female ones. She will also experience irregular periods and may develop cysts in the ovaries. PCOS also causes women to grow hair on the face and body. Women with this condition have difficulty getting pregnant and are susceptible to developing diabetes.
PCOS- Treatment
There is no specific cure for PCOS, but here at LIVV Natural Health, we offer a variety of solutions that are useful in managing and improving the symptoms. These include:
Nutritional advice– PCOS often affects insulin levels in the body leading to high blood sugar. Eating a well-balanced diet can improve your insulin and glucose levels. It can also result in weight loss, which can help ease some symptoms. Our nutritionists are ready to give you nutritional advice that will put you on the road to healing.
Vitamin D supplements– Studies have shown that vitamin D supplements are useful in improving BMI and menstrual irregularities. Our vitamin shot bar offers IV therapy for essential vitamins and minerals that rejuvenate and energize your body.
Specialized hormone replacement therapy– Specialized forms of hormone therapy, such as the use of bioidentical hormones is quite effective in relieving PCOS symptoms. Bioidentical hormones are chemically identical to those found in the body, thus more effective. For instance, natural progesterone extracted from yams is safer and more effective than the synthetic progestin designed for the same role.
PRP Hair restoration– One symptom of PCOS is balding and hair loss. Our PRP hair restoration therapy uses platelets drawn from your blood and injected to your scalp to jump-start hair growth.

Menopause signifies the end of female reproduction. In a woman’s body, the ovaries produce the twin hormones estrogen and progesterone. These control the release of eggs from the ovaries, which results in menstruation. Between the ages of 40-51, the release of these eggs stops naturally, and this is called menopause.

Menopause symptoms– treatment
Menopause is a natural process that, unfortunately, can be unbearable for most women. At LIVV Natural Health, we offer a variety of solutions to make the symptoms more bearable. These include:
Vitamin D and Calcium supplements– Menopause can cause a condition called osteoporosis, which degrades the quality and density of bones. Our Vitamin shot bar offers vitamin D and Calcium supplements to support your bone health.
Specialized hormone replacement therapy– Hormone replacement therapy can be useful in restoring hormone balance in the body. It is especially helpful to those who suffer severe symptoms such as hot flushes and uncontrollable weight gain. Our qualified doctors will examine you and decide on an individual course of action.
Dietary supplements– There are a variety of nutritional supplements that are effective in relieving hot flushes, fatigue, weight gain, and migraines. Our combination of Vitamins B6 and 12, magnesium, calcium, and vitamin C is a potent cure for these problems. Our nutritionists will also advise you on any other issues you might have.
PRP Facials– Menopause causes skin problems such as hormonal acne, dryness, and wrinkles. Our PRP facials are designed to deal with these problems and improve the quality of your skin. During this procedure, we extract platelets from your blood and microneedle them to your face. This jump-starts collagen production which works on wrinkles, signs of aging, and boosts overall skin health.

You might need hormone replacement therapy if you start experiencing signs brought about by PCOS or the onset of menopause. These may include:

Hot flushes
Vaginal dryness
Night sweats
Irregular sleeping patterns
Moodiness and irritability
Irregular periods
Bone thinning
Urinary inconsistencies
Thinning hair
Decreased sex drive