Hormones play a powerful role in our health. They regulate metabolism, mood, sleep, energy, libido, weight, and even how we respond to stress. But when they fall out of balance—due to stress, diet, toxins, or other underlying conditions—the results can be frustrating and disruptive.
At Functional Healing with Dr. Tara, we believe in addressing hormone imbalances by looking at the root causes, not just masking symptoms. Whether you’re dealing with fatigue, irregular cycles, brain fog, weight gain, mood swings, or low libido, it’s important to know that your body is trying to send you a message—and we’re here to help you decode it.
Signs You Might Have a Hormone Imbalance
Hormone imbalance looks different for everyone, but common symptoms include:
- Persistent fatigue (even after a full night’s sleep)
- Irregular or painful menstrual cycles
- Anxiety or depression
- Low libido
- Weight gain or inability to lose weight (especially around the midsection)
- Insomnia or trouble falling asleep
- Hair thinning or hair loss
- PMS or mood swings
- Hot flashes or night sweats
These symptoms often get dismissed or normalized—especially for women—but they’re important signals from your body.
What Causes Hormonal Imbalance?
Hormones don’t typically become imbalanced in isolation. Often, there are underlying root causes, such as:
- Chronic stress, which leads to adrenal fatigue and cortisol dysregulation
- Poor gut health, which affects hormone detoxification and nutrient absorption
- Toxin exposure, especially endocrine disruptors in personal care products and plastics
- Nutrient deficiencies, such as low magnesium, B vitamins, or vitamin D
- Blood sugar imbalances, caused by high-carb, low-nutrient diets
- Liver congestion, reducing your body’s ability to process excess hormones
Functional medicine goes beyond a surface-level diagnosis to evaluate these contributors using comprehensive lab testing, patient history, and a personalized health timeline.
Dr. Tara’s Functional Medicine Approach to Hormone Balance
At Functional Healing, Dr. Tara begins with listening. We spend time understanding your symptoms, lifestyle, history, and stress levels. Then, we use advanced lab testing to assess:
- Cortisol patterns (not just a single snapshot)
- Thyroid function (including T3, T4, reverse T3, and antibodies)
- Estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone levels
- Nutrient deficiencies and inflammation markers
- Gut health and detox pathways
From there, we create a customized plan that may include:
- Nutrition tailored to your hormonal needs (e.g., blood sugar balancing, seed cycling, anti-inflammatory foods)
- Stress reduction tools like breathwork, adaptogenic herbs, and nervous system regulation
- Targeted supplements to support adrenal glands, liver detox, and hormone production
- Sleep and lifestyle coaching, since hormones are heavily influenced by circadian rhythm and daily habits
- Environmental detox, including guidance on safe products and hormone-friendly habits
Why Natural Doesn’t Mean “Less Effective”
Many patients are told their only option is birth control or hormone replacement therapy. While those may be appropriate in certain cases, they don’t solve the imbalance—and can sometimes mask deeper issues.
Dr. Tara’s approach empowers your body to rebalance itself naturally by removing the blocks and giving it what it needs to thrive. It’s not a quick fix—it’s true healing.
Start Your Hormone Healing Journey
If you’re tired of feeling dismissed or told your labs are “normal” when you don’t feel normal, it’s time to take a deeper look. Hormonal balance is possible—with the right approach.
Book a functional hormone consultation with Dr. Tara today, and take the first step toward feeling like yourself again.
