Hormones regulate many body functions, including metabolism and weight loss. When imbalanced, losing weight is difficult, so restoring hormonal balance is key.
Whether you’re going through menopause or have some other type of hormonal disorder, the Novell Primary Care and Weight Loss team is here to assist. We offer hormone replacement therapy (HRT), meal plans, and fitness programs to help you reach your weight loss goals.
Hormones are chemical messengers that guide body processes. If even one is imbalanced, it disrupts many processes, including those crucial for weight loss.
Two of the main hormones that affect weight loss when they’re too low are estrogen and testosterone. Estrogen levels fluctuate significantly in women with certain hormonal disorders and during menopause.
Men often experience low testosterone as they age or develop chronic illnesses like diabetes and obesity.
Both men and women suffer from hormonal fluctuations that affect their weight, and HRT can help. Regulating hormones responsible for metabolism and weight loss helps you lose weight effectively without holding onto stubborn fat.
HRT is a way to regulate specific hormones in your body. We may suggest HRT if you’re struggling to lose weight and show signs of low testosterone, which may include:
All of these symptoms point to low testosterone in men and women. Because it plays a major role in metabolism and fat loss, optimizing your levels is the best way to lose weight and eliminate other symptoms.
We recommend weekly testosterone injections because they work better than topical creams or pellets. These injections restore testosterone levels, optimizing health and promoting healthy weight loss.
HRT can be an effective option for managing weight if you’re showing signs of low testosterone or estrogen levels—but it is not a universally effective or risk-free solution. The best results are typically seen when HRT is combined with a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and a nutritious diet. Outcomes may vary, and not everyone is a candidate for HRT.
However, HRT does help balance your body’s hormones for optimal weight loss in several ways, which include:
Low testosterone and unbalanced estrogen levels often lead to fat accumulation, especially in the belly area. HRT restores these hormones, helping your body fight off fat stores and promoting healthy weight loss.
HRT for low testosterone helps you improve lean muscle mass through regular exercise and increases your resting metabolic rate.
Improving your metabolism is a great way to lose weight, but it’s difficult when your hormones are unbalanced. HRT boosts your body’s metabolism to burn more calories while active and at rest.
Fluctuating hormone levels often cause unhealthy cravings that lead to weight gain and fat accumulation. Restoring these hormones helps control appetite and curb cravings that sabotage weight loss.
Fatigue is a common symptom of low testosterone and estrogen levels. Without energy, it’s nearly impossible to stay active and lose weight. HRT restores testosterone and estrogen levels, improving energy and increasing the likelihood of weight loss.
Talk to us about your hormone concerns and HRT—contact our Tallahassee, Florida, office today to schedule an appointment or book your consultation online.
