Hormone Balance
Are you getting the answers you are looking for?
Hormonal Health: A Deeper, More Personalized Approach
Hormonal imbalances are one of the most common reasons patients seek Dr. Nielsen’s care—and for good reason. Hormones play a crucial role in your mental, physical, and emotional well-being, influencing everything from mood and energy levels to metabolism and sleep.
You Don’t Have to Suffer
Unfortunately, conventional medicine often falls short when it comes to hormonal health. Many practitioners lack the training to order comprehensive hormone testing and focus solely on “normal” lab ranges rather than what’s truly optimal for you as an individual. They may also overlook the intricate “dance” between hormones—how they interact, influence each other, and contribute to overall balance.
Dr. Nielsen takes a more comprehensive, personalized approach, helping you understand and restore hormonal harmony so you can feel your best.
Hormones Impact:
Energy
Mood
Brain Function
Weight
Metabolism
Muscle Mass and Bone Health
Breast and Vaginal health
Menstrual cycles
Sleep cycles
Body Temperature
Skin Health
What is Hormone Balance?
The term hormone balance can be misleading—because in reality, hormones naturally fluctuate throughout a woman’s life. True balance isn’t about keeping hormone levels static; it’s about ensuring they are in harmony with your body’s unique stage and needs.
Achieving this balance requires a deeper understanding of the many different hormones at play and how they interact. Hormones don’t work in isolation—they engage in a complex dance, influencing each other in ways that can impact your overall well-being. Recognizing and supporting these natural rhythms is key to optimizing health at every stage of life.
Could You Have a Hormone Imbalance?
There are many symptoms and conditions associated with hormone imbalance, including:
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Infertility
Mood Swings or Mood Disorders (depression, anxiety)
Poor Memory
Brain “Fog”
Low Sex Drive
Poor Sleep
Acne and/or Aging Skin
Increased Appetite
Weight gain
Bone and/or Muscle Loss
PMS
Painful and/or Heavy Menstrual Periods
“After a six-year experiment of living with the symptoms of menopause—the blast furnace—without hormone replacement therapy, I decided enough was enough. I wanted a holistic and natural approach to this aspect of my wellness with minimal interventions and I found this approach at Integrative Medicine. Dr. Nielsen suggested bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, along with a select number of supplements, in keeping with her, and my, belief that less is more. Within a few months, the differences in the quality of my life were evident…the hot flashes subsided, the dryness of my skin improved, and my mood softened. My partner claims I’m positively ‘glowing’ now. Best of all, I feel more like myself. Thank you, Carin!”
— Christine, age 58
Dr. Nielsen’s Approach
Hormone testing is offered via blood, urine, or saliva, depending on the type of hormone(s) being tested. Cycle map testing is available to track hormones throughout a menstrual cycle or over a period of time. Treatment plans are customized for each patient, and may include:
Dietary interventions
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Stress management
Gut health
Detoxification support
Sleep optimization
Vitamins, supplements, and/or herbal therapies