Hormone Health Blog
Expert Insights to Optimize Your Hormonal Health
Discover evidence-based articles on hormone optimization, thyroid health, PCOS, testosterone therapy, menopause, and more. Our blog provides the knowledge you need to understand your hormones and take control of your health.
Hormone Health | May 15, 2025 | By Jessica Silver, APRN, FNP-C
When patients come to me after years of struggling with fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, and mood swings, they often share the same frustrating experience: "My doctor ran tests and said everything is normal."
This scenario plays ou...
PCOS | May 8, 2025 | By Jessica Silver, APRN, FNP-C
If you've been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), you're likely familiar with its common symptoms: irregular periods, excess hair growth, acne, weight gain, and fertility challenges. What you might not know is that up to 25% of...
PCOS | April 30, 2025 | By Jessica Silver, APRN, FNP-C
"My doctor just prescribed birth control pills and told me to lose weight."
This is perhaps the most common statement I hear from women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) who come to our practice seeking help. Despite affecting up to 15%...
Men's Health | April 22, 2025 | By Jessica Silver, APRN, FNP-C
When most men think about testosterone optimization, they typically focus on the basics: increased energy, improved libido, and better muscle development. While these benefits are certainly important, the impact of optimal testostero...
Women's Health | April 15, 2025 | By Jessica Silver, APRN, FNP-C
When we talk about female hormones, estrogen and progesterone typically dominate the conversation. However, there's a critical third hormone that's often overlooked in women's health: testosterone.
Despite being labeled a "male ho...
Hormone Health | April 8, 2025 | By Jessica Silver, APRN, FNP-C
When considering hormone replacement therapy, one of the most important decisions you'll face is choosing between bioidentical and synthetic hormones. This choice can significantly impact your treatment experience, results, and potenti...