with Bioidentical Hormone Optimization
Life Enhancement Clinics of Montana
November – December 2025 • Vol 4, No 19
As we age, our bodies start to reduce the levels of vital hormones they produce, like testosterone, progesterone, and estrogen. These hormones are profoundly important as they are chemical messengers that regulate major systems in the body, so their decline has widespread physical and mental consequences for both men and women. The symptoms include:
- Loss of bone density, increasing the risk of osteoporosis
- Changes in body composition, such as increased body fat and reduced muscle mass
- Decreased libido and sexual function
- Mood changes, such as increased irritability, anxiety or depression
- Cognitive issues, including brain fog and mental lapses
- Sleep disturbances, such as insomnia
- Metabolic changes, including slow metabolism, and a higher risk of conditions like diabetes and metabolic syndrome
Life Enhancement Clinics of Montana offers BioTE Medical, a method of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) for men and women, using hormone pellet therapy as a way to bioidentically replace the hormones men and women have lost. By bringing hormones back into balance, this therapy provides steady, consistent relief from the uncomfortable symptoms of hormonal imbalance.
Delivery Method— BioTE therapy is administered via small pellets, about the size of a grain of rice, that are inserted under the skin during an in-office procedure. These pellets provide a steady, continuous stream of hormones over several months. As a hormone replacement therapy patient, you receive two-to-four bioidentical hormone pellets inserted per year. This way, you don’t have to think about it, and the hormone is available when your body needs it. Traditional HRT uses pills, patches, creams and injections, which often create a hormonal “roller-coaster effect” with daily or weekly treatments. The BioTE BHRT method leads to more stable moods and energy levels.
Individualized Treatment— Before insertion, a comprehensive blood panel is performed to customize the dose to the patient’s specific needs, leading to a personalized treatment plan.
Hormone Source— BioTE uses bioidentical hormones, which are identical to the hormones the human body naturally produces. These are derived from plant sources like soy and yams, and because they are an exact match to the body’s own hormones, they are more readily recognized and cause fewer side effects.
Traditional HRT methods, on the other hand, often use synthetic compounds created in a lab or animal-derived hormones (as in the estrogen medication Premarin, which is derived from the urine of pregnant mares). These substances have a different chemical structure than the body’s natural hormones, and they can sometimes lead to a higher incidence of serious side effects such as:
- Cardiovascular Risks— Oral estrogen is linked to an increased risk of blood clots, which can lead to a stroke or pulmonary embolism.
- Stroke— Studies including The Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) trial have shown an increased risk of strokes in women using certain types of oral HRT.
- Heart Disease— For women who start HRT more than 10 years after menopause, there may be an increased risk of heart disease.
- Cancer Risks— Breast Cancer: Combined HRT (estrogen and progestin), have shown to increase the risk of breast cancer with long-term use (five or more years). The risk decreases after stopping HRT. Endometrial Cancer: Estrogen-only therapy increases the risk of cancer of the uterus. Ovarian Cancer: Some studies suggest an increase in the risk of ovarian cancer, although the overall risk is small.
Fortunately, Life Enhancement Clinics of Montana only uses safe, natural BioTE hormone replacement therapy—without ANY of the above risks—a personalized approach to help patients achieve their optimal health. The benefits include relief from symptoms related to hormonal imbalance, improved moods and energy, and enhanced overall wellness.
For women, this can mean a significant reduction in menopause symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. The therapy can also improve libido and support bone health, helping to prevent osteoporosis.
For men, it can address symptoms of low testosterone including fatigue, low libido, and loss of muscle mass.
Men and women have reported improved sleep quality, increased mental clarity, and a renewed sense of well-being. For more information, please visit our website and learn how to reclaim your youthful vitality—no matter what your age!
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