Bioidentical Hormone Therapy

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Bioidentical Hormone Therapy

Bioidentical hormones are artificially synthesized hormones that resemble the ones produced by your body’s glands. These hormones are often used to alleviate symptoms of hormonal imbalances, particularly in menopause and andropause, but they can also address other conditions where hormone supplementation is necessary.


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What Are Bioidentical Hormones?

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is a safe, effective, and natural way to treat hormone imbalances. It uses hormones that have the same chemical structure as those found naturally in the body, making it a personalized approach to restoring balance. BHRT can be used to treat a wide range of conditions, from menopause and andropause to PMS and thyroid issues.

The primary benefit of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is that it helps restore a person’s hormonal balance, positively impacting overall health. It can help reduce symptoms of hormonal imbalances, such as:

  • Hot flashes and night sweats
  • Mood changes
  • Weight gain
  • Fatigue
  • Low libido
  • Vaginal Dryness
  • Problems Sleeping 
  • Memory Loss or Confusion 

Bioidentical hormone therapy for women can improve symptoms of menopause, such as vaginal dryness and sleep disturbances, while bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for men addresses concerns like decreased energy, muscle loss, and low testosterone.

Bioidentical Hormone Therapy (BHT)

In addition to alleviating symptoms, bioidentical hormone therapy may improve:

  • Energy levels and sleep quality
  • Skin health and elasticity
  • Memory and concentration
  • Libido and reproductive health

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in New York is an increasingly popular option for those seeking to maintain optimal wellness. Many patients also turn to BHT to reduce the risk of osteoporosis, support heart health, and promote longevity.

Meraki’s Approach to Hormone Balance


At Meraki, we go beyond simply replacing hormones—we take a comprehensive, root-cause approach to restoring balance. Using advanced diagnostic testing, we assess the underlying factors contributing to hormonal imbalances, from chronic inflammation and nutrient deficiencies to stress overload and toxin exposure. Our personalized treatment plans are designed to optimize your body's natural hormone function, ensuring safe, effective, and lasting results. With Meraki’s integrative expertise, you can regain energy, clarity, and vitality—helping you feel like your best self again.


Common Hormone Health Problems + Their Symptoms:


  1. Cortisol: Cortisol is a hormone released by the adrenal glands responsible for managing stress. Adrenal fatigue is a condition when cortisol levels become too high or too low, or when the cortisol rhythm is imbalanced, ultimately causing dysfunction in how the brain communicates with the adrenals. Symptoms of adrenal fatigue might include difficulty waking up in the morning, craving salty or sugary foods, low sex drive, afternoon fatigue followed by rise of energy levels in the evening, trouble sleeping, sudden dizziness, afternoon headaches, blood sugar issues, chronic inflammation, weak nails and brittle hair, mood swings, and difficulty losing weight. Tests such as 24-Hour Adrenal Stress Index, which tracks cortisol levels, and HPA axis quality lab, can diagnose adrenal fatigue. 
  2. Thyroid: Thyroid hormones are necessary for optimal cellular function. Underlying thyroid problems that standard lab tests cannot detect include thyroid conversion issues, thyroid resistance, or autoimmune attacks against the thyroid such as Hashimoto’s or Grave’s disease. Symptoms of thyroid problems might include fatigue, feeling cold, requiring extra sleep, weight gain, constipation, lack of motivation, headaches in the morning and are alleviated as the day goes on, thinning of the outer third of eyebrows, excessive hair loss, dry skin, and brain fog. A functional medicine thyroid panel, involving more tests than TSH and T4, can help diagnose these problems. 
  3. Estrogen: The ratio of estrone (E1), estradiol (E2), and estriol (E3) is important for both men and women. Imbalances can cause increased mortality rates in those with heart disease and progression of some cancers. Symptoms of low estrogen might include vaginal dryness, night sweats, brain fog, recurrent bladder infections, lethargy, and depression. High estrogen might cause bloating, rapid weight gain, breast tenderness, mood swings, heavy menstrual bleeding, anxiety, depression, migraines, abnormal pap smear, insomnia, brain fog and gallbladder problems. A full blood and salivary female hormone panel can diagnose estrogen imbalances. 


  1. Progesterone: Progesterone helps balance estrogen levels. Without proper progesterone levels, estrogen becomes uncontrollable, which is also known as estrogen dominance. Symptoms may include PMS, insomnia, poor complexion, painful breasts, stubborn weight gain, cyclical headaches, and anxiety. A full blood and salivary female hormone panel can diagnose progesterone imbalances. 
  2. Testosterone: Abnormal levels of testosterone can be experienced by both men and women. Low testosterone in women has been associated with heart disease, low sex drive, and breast cancer. Low testosterone in men may increase the risk of mortality. Excess testosterone in women might result in acne, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), excessive hair growth on face and arms, hypoglycemia, thinning of hair, infertility, ovarian cysts, and mid-cycle pain. 


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Frequently Asked Questions

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  • What is bioidentical hormone therapy?

    Bioidentical hormone therapy is a form of hormone replacement therapy that uses hormones that are chemically identical to the natural hormones produced by the human body.

  • What are the benefits of bioidentical hormone therapy?

    Bioidentical hormone therapy can help relieve symptoms commonly associated with hormonal imbalances, such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, vaginal dryness, decreased libido, fatigue, and muscle loss.

  • How is bioidentical hormone therapy administered?

    Anyone who is experiencing symptoms of hormonal imbalance.


    In integrative and functional medicine our goal is to uncover the root cause of patients' hormonal symptoms as well as support the body's natural mechanisms for healthy hormone balance. Doesn't that make a lot more sense? There can be multiple underlying causes of hormone imbalance including:


    • Chronic inflammation 
    • Methylation impairments like MTHFR
    • Nutrient deficiencies 
    • Stress overload 
    • Toxin exposure

  • What hormones are used in bioidentical hormone therapy?

    Bioidentical hormones used in therapy include estradiol, estriol, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, and thyroid hormones.

  • Is bioidentical hormone therapy safe?

    Bioidentical hormone therapy is considered generally safe, but like any medical treatment, it does have potential side effects. Patients are closely monitored on Meraki’s bioidentical hormone therapy and changes are made as needed to the dosages and protocol.

  • How long does it take for bioidentical hormone therapy to work?

    It can take a few weeks to a few months for patients to see significant improvement in symptoms, depending on their individual response to the therapy.

  • How frequently do I need to get my hormone levels checked during bioidentical hormone therapy?

    Patients typically have their hormone levels checked regularly during the early stages of treatment to ensure optimal dosing. Depending on individual needs, hormone levels may need to be monitored periodically after that. Meraki utilizes multiple diagnostic tests to uncover where the imbalance is taking place and if there is a possible hormone receptor or conversion issue

  • Can bioidentical hormone therapy help with mood disorders?

    Bioidentical hormone therapy has been shown to help alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety in some patients with hormone imbalances.

  • Common Hormone Health Problems + Their Symptoms

    1. Cortisol: Cortisol is a hormone released by the adrenal glands responsible for managing stress. Adrenal fatigue is a condition when cortisol levels become too high or too low, or when the cortisol rhythm is imbalanced, ultimately causing dysfunction in how the brain communicates with the adrenals. Symptoms of


    adrenal fatigue might include difficulty waking up in the morning, craving salty or sugary foods, low sex drive, afternoon fatigue followed by a rise in energy levels in the evening, trouble sleeping, sudden dizziness, afternoon headaches, blood sugar issues, chronic inflammation, weak nails and brittle hair, mood swings, and difficulty losing weight. Tests such as 24-Hour Adrenal Stress Index, which tracks cortisol levels, and HPA axis quality lab, can diagnose adrenal fatigue.


    2. Thyroid: Thyroid hormones are necessary for optimal cellular function. Underlying thyroid problems that standard lab tests cannot detect include thyroid conversion issues, thyroid resistance, or autoimmune attacks against the thyroid such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid problems might include fatigue, feeling cold, requiring extra sleep, weight gain, constipation, lack of motivation, headaches in the morning and are alleviated as the day goes on, thinning of the outer third of eyebrows, excessive hair loss, dry skin, and brain fog. A functional medicine thyroid panel, involving more tests than TSH and T4, can help diagnose these problems.


    3. Estrogen: The ratio of estrone (E1), estradiol (E2), and estriol (E3) is important for both men and women. Imbalances can cause increased mortality rates in those with heart disease and the progression of some cancers. Symptoms of low estrogen might include vaginal dryness, night sweats, brain fog, recurrent bladder infections, lethargy, and depression. High estrogen might cause bloating, rapid weight gain, breast tenderness, mood swings, heavy menstrual bleeding, anxiety, depression, migraines, abnormal pap smear, insomnia, brain fog, and gallbladder problems. A full blood and salivary female hormone panel can diagnose estrogen imbalances.


    4. Progesterone: Progesterone helps balance estrogen levels. Without proper progesterone levels, estrogen becomes uncontrollable, which is also known as estrogen dominance. Symptoms may include PMS, insomnia, poor complexion, painful breasts, stubborn weight gain, cyclical headaches, and anxiety. A full blood and salivary female hormone panel can diagnose progesterone imbalances.


    5. Testosterone: Abnormal levels of testosterone can be experienced by both men and women. Low testosterone in women have been associated with heart disease, low sex drive, and breast cancer. Low testosterone in men may increase the risk of mortality. Excess testosterone in women might result in acne, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), excessive hair growth on face and arms, hypoglycemia, thinning hair, infertility, ovarian cysts, and mid-cycle pain.

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