Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a medical treatment designed to alleviate symptoms associated with hormonal imbalances. It involves the administration of hormones, such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, to restore optimal hormone levels and improve overall health. Men and women of any age can suffer the symptoms caused by low hormone levels — not just older adults.

The benefits of HRT can be significant. In women, it can help reduce hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings, while also decreasing the risk of osteoporosis and heart disease. For men, HRT can improve energy levels, libido, and cognitive function, as well as enhance muscle mass and strength. Overall, HRT aims to enhance quality of life by addressing the physical and emotional symptoms associated with hormonal changes.

Introducing the Biote Method of HRT - Living Better through hormone optimization

Associated Physicians Group is proud to be the newest Biote-Certified Provider in both O’Fallon and Alton Illinois.

Biote is the nation’s largest hormone optimization training company – the Biote Method of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy has been trusted by hundreds of thousands of patients over more than a decade.

Biote has translated more than 80 years of scientific insight into the foundation of the Biote Method, which identifies and aims to help with the earliest signs of aging.

We at APG in Alton and O’Fallon have chosen to partner with Biote because we believe our patients deserve the best. The Biote Method is backed by deep experience and scientific research, and simply put, it just works.

The Biote Method centers around the idea of personalized, precision care. The way your body works, the symptoms you experience, and how your body responds to BHRT are all unique – your Biote Certified Provider in our Alton and O’Fallon locations will develop an individualized treatment plan for you based on your body’s specific needs.

What is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy?

As we age, our bodies naturally start to reduce the amount of hormones (like testosterone and estrogen) they produce. Hormones such as these are incredibly important to how many areas of your body function – such as your brain, heart, bones, reproductive organs, and more. When these hormones are out of balance, people can experience a number of different symptoms.

Hormone Imbalance Symptoms for Women:

  • Fatigue*

  • Night sweats*

  • Hot flashes or flushes*

  • Decreased sex drive*

  • Weight gain*

  • Trouble sleeping*

  • Irritability*

  • Anxiousness*

  • Mood swings*

  • Brain fog*

  • Low mood*

  • Decreased bone mass*

  • Discomfort during intercourse*

Hormone Imbalance Symptoms for Men:

  • Low sex drive*

  • Fatigue*

  • Loss of muscle mass*

  • Increased body fat (especially in the waist area) *

  • Mood changes*

  • Irritability*

  • Elevated blood sugar*

  • Feelings of stress or anxiety*

  • High cholesterol*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is a method of restoring the balance of your hormones and aiming to relieve these symptoms, using compounded hormones that are identical in structure to those your body naturally produces. That way, your body recognizes and uses these replacement hormones in exactly the same way it would with hormones it produces naturally.

The Biote Method of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

The Biote Method of hormone optimization is the result of condensing over 80 years of scientific research into a program that may help with the earliest signs of aging. The Biote Method uses pellets, which are about the size of a grain of rice, for hormone optimization. Your APG provider at our O’Fallon & Alton Locations inserts these tiny pellets under the skin during a simple, in-office procedure.

The pellets will then be absorbed and dissolve slowly over time – they only need to be re-administered approximately every 3-5 months, depending on the patient. As the pellets dissolve, they release a steady stream of hormones into your bloodstream, which your body will then use as it needs. Over time, the pellets will be completely absorbed, leaving nothing behind.

The Importance of Hormone Balance

Most women see a significant drop in estrogen and testosterone during menopause, while many men may experience a similar phenomenon relating to testosterone, known as andropause or more commonly as Low T (low testosterone).

Hormonal imbalances occur when there is too much or too little of a hormone in the bloodstream.

Hormones are important for regulating most major bodily processes. Because of their essential role in the body, even the smallest hormonalimbalance can cause side effects throughout the body.

Research

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Get Started

Getting started with hormone optimization at Associated Physicians Group is easy!

Contact us at 888-363-8333 to schedule a consultation with one of our Authorized Biote Providers today to discuss if you are a good candidate for hormone optimization – you will fill out a simple health assessment form and schedule labwork to evaluate your current hormone levels. Or if you prefer, please fill out the contact form below and our scheduling department will contact you within 24 business hours to get you set up with your consultation appointment.

Your Associated Physicians Group Biote Certified Provider will review your lab results with you and develop a personalized care plan based on your results and health goals. Most people see results after their first round of pellets, however it may take up to two pellet insertions before experiencing their desired results.

What are the next Steps?

Schedule your Consultation appointment. Fill out the form and we’ll contact you within 24 business hours, or simply call our New Patient scheduling department at 888-363-8333 during business hours.

Christopher Green, MD
APG Medical Director

Michael Babinski - AGPC-NP
Certified Biote Provider

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Biote Nutraceuticals to Supplement HRT

  • Biote DIM SGS+

    This nutraceutical contains extracts from broccoli and pomegranate that may support the healthy utilization of estrogen in both men and women.

    The Science Behind Biote DIM SGS+

    When we age, our testosterone levels drop, naturally increasing our estrogen levels. Too much estrogen can cause significant damage to our bodies. Studies have shown that people with high levels of estrogen have a higher risk of increased weight gain, bloating, water retention, and other complications.*

    DIM, short for diindolylmethane, is a hormone balancer. Our DIM hormone therapy supplement is derived from broccoli and pomegranate. However, it is not a plant estrogen or an estrogen mimic, like soy isoflavones. DIM may help to stimulate a more efficient metabolism for estrogen, meaning it aims to regulate the ratio of healthy to less healthy estrogen.

    What Can Biote DIM SGS+ Do for You?

    When this nutraceutical is taken daily, Biote DIM SGS+ may support weight management and be beneficial for breast, uterine, cervical, and prostate health.

  • Biote ADK 5 & ADK 10

    This nutraceutical is a combination of three essential vitamins—A, D3, and K2—and supports bone health in both men and women.*

    The Science Behind Biote ADK

    Osteocalcin is a protein secreted in bones that assists with remodeling our bones by both reabsorbing older bone and laying down new healthy bone. Vitamin D3, the “sunshine vitamin,” is vital in producing osteocalcin and may improve the absorption of calcium. However, D3 needs help from vitamin K2, a cofactor that is essential for normal bones and is also known to help with blood circulation. Vitamin A, an antioxidant, supports these two vitamins, as well as the immune system.*

    This Biote supplement includes vitamin A as retinyl palmitate, vitamin D3 as cholecalciferol, and vitamin K2 as menaquinone-7. Biote ADK 5 contains 5,000 IU of vitamin D3 per capsule, and Biote ADK 10 contains 10,000 IU of vitamin D3 per capsule.

    What Can Biote ADK 5 & 10 Supplements Do for You?

    When taken daily, Biote ADK 5 & 10 supplements may promote the positive effects of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and may maintain healthy bones. Providers can choose from Biote ADK 5 or Biote ADK 10—the latter of which includes a higher dose of D3.

  • Biote Methyl Factors +

    This nutraceutical is a concentrated and comprehensive formula for normal heart, cognition, and bone health.*

    The Science Behind Biote Methyl Factors+

    Methylation is a critical biochemical process that has a significant impact on our body’s ability to regulate its cardiovascular, neurological, reproductive, and detoxification systems. Unfortunately, the nutrients needed to make sure that optimal methylation occurs in the body are extremely difficult to get from a daily diet, mainly due to the abundance of processed foods and lack of soil nutrients. The Biote Methyl Factors+ formula provides a healthy serving of the nutrients necessary for this imperative bodily process.*

    One of methylation’s most important roles in the body is keeping our homocysteine levels in check; homocysteine is a common amino acid in our blood. Maintaining a desirable level of homocysteine is one of the leading biomarkers for the maintenance of good cardiovascular health. Biote supplements may help maintain these levels. Preventing an undesirable homocysteine level is also associated with the maintenance of bone, reproductive, cognitive, and neurological health.

    What Can Biote Methyl Factors+ Do for You?

    When taken daily, the Biote Methyl Factors+ provides five essential methylation nutrients in their most bioavailable forms: Methylfolate (5-MTHF), active B6, active B2, active methyl B12, and betaine.*