Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a treatment that replenishes hormones when your body is not making enough on its own. As both men and women age, hormone levels naturally decline. Some people seek natural remedies to supplement declining hormones instead of prescription medications.
There are several natural remedies that may help support healthy hormone levels:
- Herbal supplements - Certain herbs like maca, red clover, and chasteberry contain compounds that can mimic effects of estrogen and help relieve menopause symptoms. They may help moderately increase hormone levels in some people. However, the quality of supplements varies greatly. Consult your healthcare provider before taking herbal hormones, especially if you take other medications or have a hormone-sensitive condition.
- Vitamins and minerals - Nutrients like magnesium, vitamin D, zinc, and vitamin B6 support production and activity of hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and melatonin. Focus on getting these vitamins and minerals from whole food sources. Deficiencies may worsen hormonal imbalance symptoms like irritability, fatigue and low libido.
- Essential oils - Oils derived from plants contain natural phytoestrogens and other compounds that may mimic effects of hormones. Some oils, like clary sage and thyme, may help balance estrogen and progesterone. Diffusing oils often provides mild benefits, though more research is needed on using oils as homemade HRT.
- Adaptogenic herbs - Herbs like ashwagandha, rhodiola and shatavari help regulate cortisol, supporting your body's natural stress response for balanced energy and fertility. Look for high quality extracts from reputable brands and consult an Ayurvedic practitioner for guidance.
- Bioidentical hormones - Made from plant compounds, bioidenticals are identical on a molecular level to endogenous human hormones like estradiol. They are considered more natural than synthetic prescription hormones. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) may be prescribed by healthcare providers at clinics like Hormone Harmony Clinic. BHRT often causes less side effects since bioidenticals closely mimic naturally occurring hormones. Custom compounded bioidentical hormones can be optimized to match your hormonal needs through testing of blood, saliva or urine hormone levels. Hormone Harmony Clinic specializes in personalized bioidentical HRT for women and men.
Along with natural remedies, making lifestyle changes can support healthy hormone levels:
- Maintain ideal body weight
- Engage in regular exercise
- Prioritize sleep quality
- Manage stress
- Eat hormone-supporting foods:
- Healthy fats from nuts, seeds and fish
- High fiber carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables and whole grains
- Lean, grass-fed meat and poultry
- Legumes, eggs and dairy
If you're experiencing significant hormonal imbalance symptoms like
hot flashes, low libido, fatigue,
mood swings or
brain fog, make an appointment with your healthcare provider to discuss treatment options. They may recommend professional lab testing to pinpoint where your hormone levels are deficient so the most suitable treatment approach can be determined, whether bioidentical hormones, synthetic hormones or lifestyle changes. Consider contacting
Hormone Harmony Clinic to learn more about
bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). Their team of experienced healthcare providers offer customized
natural hormone replacement plans to help patients find relief.