Are your Hormones in Balance?

Symptoms:

• Sudden feeling of warmth
• Skin flushing
• Sweating
• Anxiety

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone
• Other prescription medications as recommended by a healthcare provider

Self-Care Tips:

• Sleep in a cool room
• Wear loose, lightweight clothing
• Avoid triggers such as caffeine, alcohol and spicy foods
• Support overall health: quit smoking and maintain healthy weight

Symptoms:

• Sudden intense sweating during sleep
• Soaking through sheets or pajamas
• Waking up multiple times due to sweating

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone
• Other prescription medications as recommended by a healthcare provider

Self-Care Tips:

• Keep your sleep environment cool
• Wear loose, lightweight sleepwear
• Switch to breathable bedding — bamboo, Tencel, or pure cotton
• Avoid spicy foods and heavy meals up to 3 hours before bedtime

Symptoms:

• Slower metabolism with age
• Weight gain despite lifestyle modifications
• Stubborn belly fat
• Loss of muscle mass
• Lower energy levels

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone, or testosterone
• Other prescription medications as recommended by a healthcare provider

Self-Care Tips:

• Exercise regularly: aerobics and strength training
• Optimize nutrition with whole, minimally processed foods
• Restrict alcohol intake
• Prioritize sleep and stress management

Symptoms:

• Chronic tiredness
• Decreased energy levels
• Increased mood swings or irritability
• Difficulty sleeping

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone, and testosterone when appropriate

Self-Care Tips:

• Incorporate regular exercise to help raise energy levels
• Maintain a consistent sleep routine/schedule
• Take mental breaks throughout the day

Symptoms:

• Decreased overall muscle mass
• Difficulty maintaining muscle
• Workouts and physical activity are more challenging than usual

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone, and/or testosterone

Self-Care Tips:

• Maintain a well-balanced diet with adequate protein
• Prioritize leucine-rich protein sources — eggs, chicken, fish, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and legumes
• Engage in regular exercise focusing on strength and resistance training
• Prioritize 7–9 hours of sleep to support muscle repair

Symptoms:

• Hair is thinning or lack of volume
• Thinner ponytail and wider part line
• Bald spots or patches of hair loss
• Hair collection on the shower floor and on brushes

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone
• Other prescription treatments such as Finasteride

Self-Care Tips:

• Over-the-counter medications such as Minoxidil
• Maintain a well-balanced diet rich in fish, Omega-3 fatty acids, eggs, green leafy vegetables and nuts
• Consider supplements like Biotin or Collagen
• (Always consult with your healthcare provider to determine what is right for you)

Symptoms:

• Trouble concentrating at work
• Difficulty focusing on tasks
• Forgetfulness
• Short attention span

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone

Self-Care Tips:

• Physical activity, particularly aerobic and strength training
• Maintain a well-balanced diet (e.g. Mediterranean diet)
• Prioritize restful sleep
• Mental stimulation (puzzles, reading)

Symptoms:

• Irritability that feels out of character
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Sudden anger, rage, tears, or emotional sensitivity without a trigger

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone
• Antidepressants or anti-anxiety medication, if appropriate
• Other prescription medications as recommended by a healthcare provider

Self-Care Tips:

• Exercise regularly
• Maintain a diet rich in whole, minimally processed foods
• Establish a sleep routine
• Limit alcohol and excess caffeine
• Find stress management techniques: yoga or meditation

Symptoms:

• Insomnia
• Tossing and turning in your sleep
• Watching the clock and worrying about lost sleep
• Daytime fatigue and low energy

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone
• Other prescription and non-prescription medications as recommended by a healthcare provider, including sleep aids

Self-Care Tips:

• Exercise regularly
• Maintain a sleep schedule and routine
• Keep the bedroom at a comfortable temperature and free of distractions
• Avoid electronics for at least 1 hour before bedtime
• Find a relaxing pre-sleep routine, such as reading or meditating
• Limit caffeine, alcohol and spicy foods

Symptoms:

• Reduced or absent sex drive
• Difficulty becoming aroused
• Decreased sexual satisfaction
• Feeling depressed or frustrated

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone, and testosterone

Self-Care Tips:

• Individual therapy, couples counseling or sex therapy
• Find stress management techniques: yoga or meditation
• Prioritize open communication with your partner
• Regular physical activity

Symptoms:

• Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection
• Reduced sexual desire
• Decreased sexual performance
• Feeling frustrated

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including testosterone
• Other prescription medications or procedures such as Sildenafil or Tadalafil
• Devices or procedures, when appropriate
• Evaluation and management of underlying conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular health

Self-Care Tips:

• Incorporate exercise: aerobics
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Quit smoking
• Limit alcohol
• Find stress management solutions

Symptoms:

• Increasingly tense or easily overwhelmed
• Becoming easily upset or bothered by the slightest things
• Persistent worry
• Fatigue and low energy

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone and testosterone
• Other prescription medications such as antidepressants and anti-anxiety medication

Self-Care Tips:

• Individual psychotherapy, couples counseling
• Exercise regularly
• Maintain a well-balanced diet
• Limit caffeine and alcohol
• Prioritize restful sleep
• Stress management techniques: yoga or meditation

Symptoms:

• Pain or discomfort during sex
• Bruising or tearing
• Vaginal skin feels less smooth or firm

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone

Self-Care Tips:

• Over-the-counter lubricants or moisturizers
• Avoid scented products
• Pelvic floor exercises

Symptoms:

• Sudden feeling of cold
• Chills followed by hot flashes
• Difficulty staying warm

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone

Self-Care Tips:

• Dress in layers
• Drink warm beverages
• Take a warm shower or bath
• Keep your home comfortable

Symptoms:

• Persistent sadness
• Loss of interest
• Difficulty concentrating
• Feeling hopeless

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone and testosterone

Self-Care Tips:

• Talk to someone
• Exercise regularly
• Maintain a healthy diet
• Prioritize sleep
• Stress management

Symptoms:

• Increased inflammation
• Pain worse in morning or after exercise
• Stiffness, swelling, burning sensations

Rx Treatments:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), including estradiol and/or progesterone

Self-Care Tips:

• Over-the-counter pain relief
• Ice or heat therapy
• Massage therapy
• Regular exercise (strength, stretching, yoga)