For women, hormone levels can begin to decline in the 30’s . This initial drop in hormones is called “ perimenopause”, meaning the time leading up to menopause.  Perimenopause may continue for many years until a woman’s menstrual cycle finally stops.  During  perimenopause and menopause, there are many hormone fluctuations which can significantly impact a woman’s body and mind, impacting her quality of life. The important hormone estrogen has protective effects on the brain, heart, bones, muscles and immune system. Virtually every cell in the female body has estrogen receptors.  Consequently, when a woman transitions through menopause and estrogen declines, every organ and system in her body suffers.

At Balanced Wellness, we recognize that menopause is a complex process that extends far beyond cessation of menstruation . We will support you through this important transition.  We use bioidentical hormone replacement, supplements, and lifestyle interventions which lower inflammation, reverse midlife weight gain, and improve sleep, metabolic health, and mood.