The Benefits of BIOTE
What Is BHRT?
BHRT stands for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). What does that mean? Bioidentical refers to how molecularly similar the supplemental hormone is to the human hormone. People who lack certain hormones or who have too much of a certain hormone may benefit from BHRT.
What Are BHRT Pellets for Women?
BHRT pellets for women are inserted subcutaneously in the upper buttocks. They are made of custom-compounded hormones and binders that hold them together. Every batch of hormones is tested for potency, sterility, and endotoxins, ensuring that patients are provided the best possible therapy to expedite their journey towards optimal wellness.*
What Is the BHRT Pellet Insertion Process Like for Women?
The BHRT pellet insertion process is straightforward, fast, and simple. They will schedule an office visit to have their hormone levels tested. Based on a comprehensive consultation and extensive lab work, the provider will determine if the patient is a candidate for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) for women. Custom pellet therapy insertion will take place either during this appointment or during a quick follow-up.
BIOTE Benefits for Men
Possible Benefits of Hormone Therapy for Men With Metabolic Syndrome
Metabolic syndrome in men can be caused by hormonal imbalance. A metabolic syndrome is a group of symptoms that increase the risk of elevated blood sugar, stroke, and abnormal heart conditions. Biote Certified Providers offer bioidentical hormone replacement therapy(BHRT) for men that may promote hormone balance.*
The hormones used in Biote’s Method of BHRT are delivered to men in pellet form, and within up to two to four weeks, patients may begin to feel hormone therapy benefits. Some report feeling the full benefits after their second insertion. Hormone therapy has helped numerous men regain their hormone balance. Studies have shown, hormone replacement therapy may help relieve the symptoms of a hormone imbalance in men and may include:
- Fatigue*
- Weight gain*
- Loss of muscle mass*
- Brain fog*
- Decreased sexual performance*
- Low mood*
- Anxiousness*
- And more*
What Is Metabolic Syndrome?
Metabolic syndrome includes several conditions that may increase the risk of abnormal heart conditions, stroke, and elevated blood sugar. Examples of these include high blood pressure and high triglycerides. The Biote Method of hormone pellet therapy aims to address the imbalances that cause these symptoms.*
What Are the Symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome?
Symptoms of a metabolic syndrome can vary by patient, and in some cases, can be present without any noticeable symptoms. One of the most common signs and symptoms of metabolic syndrome is a large waist circumference. For men, elevated blood sugar levels and high blood pressure may indicate advanced metabolic syndrome.*
What Are Some Self-Directed Metabolic Syndrome Therapies?
Many sufferers of metabolic syndrome have little luck adapting their lifestyles to fight their condition. However, the recommended self-care of metabolic syndrome therapy for men can involve physical exercise, dietary modification, blood glucose monitoring, quitting smoking, and anti-diabetic medication. If a self-care metabolic syndrome remedy isn’t getting the job done for your patients, consider the Biote Method of hormone replacement therapy for men. Many male patients report experiencing relief.*
How May BHRT Help Address Metabolic Syndrome?
Since one of the causes of weight gain can be unbalanced hormones, BHRT may be able to help reduce out-of-control weight gain by treating the potential cause—a hormone imbalance. Biote’s Method of hormone pellet therapy may help to restore hormone balance.*
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