Hormones - Saginaw,MI

Go to a hormone specialist. If you can find one that is a naturopath that is who will take your concerns most seriously. If you ask your regular doctor he/she may not be familiar with products other than the popular drugs. These docotors are bombarded by drug reps and no one really is there advising them on natural products.

I see a hormone specialist who is a naturopath and she listens to how I tell her I feel as well as doing blood panels to monitor what is working best for me.

Soy is very helpful. I'd recommend it in the forms of soymilk, edamame (inmature beans - very tasty), tofu or soycurls. All of these forms contain the whole bean and that is the most healthy way to eat it.

Im with you too. I just got off a three week period. UGH!!!! I wont take anything because I had a sister die from breast cancer. Im freaked out. I called another sister and she went through the exact same thing and just tufted it out. She no longer has periods. You should find a nonconventional doc. they could steer you in the right directions.

I would say a good natural progesterone cream. I am with you on this question. I feel the same way regarding meds. I would do the research on where you want to go to get this ( do your research online) and go to your Dr. to get the bloodwork and find out what strength etc. that you need. Then you can send off for what you want AND need. It's pretty scary how casual people are about adding pills to their body. Good luck!

Hi J.---I see a board certified internist who practices integrative medicine. She specializes in helping the body to help itself. By that I mean she can prescribe drugs but usually she'll use natural methods, like using supplements and such to help the body heal itself.

I was in full blown menopause in my early 40's. At that time, pills were still thought to have a protective effect on the heart. Not so much any more. Dr. Kovalcik at the Downing clinic in Clarkston, measures hormone levels via saliva, which is far more accurate than blood measurements. She then prescribes hormone creams to put me at levels that I should be for my age. I am not trying to be 35 again. But I knew that something wasn't right without them. I wouldn't say that I was depressed, but I do know that I have a much better disposition when I'm on them.

One thing to remember. Naturopaths in Michigan cannot prescribe medicines. Bioidentical hormones require a prescription. It may be worth your while to come to Clarkston for your 'hormone' appointments, if you can't find anyone near you in Saginaw. You might even call the Downing Clinic to see if they can refer you to someone there.

Keep in mind that your diet can also play a HUGE role in how your body is able to make hormones and maintain hormonal health. If you don't have the proper nutrients, which come almost entirely from plants, your body will not be able to maintain optimal health. Feel free to pm me to talk more about this concept. I am a wellness coach and I would be honored to help. Good luck. D.

I use a non GMO soy protein and Menopause Balance Complex. I don't have hot flashes and sleep very well.