BOCA RATON, Fla., Apr 17, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Earth Day is April 22 and
it's a great time to make the commitment to "go green" with a natural approach
to bioidentical hormone therapy and diet. With its inception linked to a "rising
concern about the environmental crisis ... sweeping the nation," Earth Day acts
as a reflection of today's focus on our current economic crisis and how the
stress of it all is hazardous to our health. BodyLogicMD bioidentical hormone
therapy physicians, a national network of highly trained, anti-aging physicians,
recommend one of the simplest ways to make a difference: Heed the call to return
to natural solutions for the improvement of our health, including establishing a
"green" diet.
"Faced with the news of stock decreases, climbing jobless rates and a non-stop
online and offline barrage of the fallout, men and women experiencing the
symptoms of perimenopause, menopause or andropause (the male menopause) are
faced with a level of stress they certainly aren't prepared to handle all at one
time," says Alicia Stanton, M.D., bioidentical hormone therapy expert and Chief
Medical Officer with BodyLogicMD. "Although there is not much a single person
can do to change the economy, setting the stage for a more positive response can
make all the difference, especially if that means getting to the root of reduced
energy, increased body fat, lower sex drive, irritability, mood swings and
depression. My patients, men and women 35 and older, find relief through a
customized program blending bioidentical hormone therapy with fitness and
organic nutrition plans."
With such excessive and constant stress, not only do the symptoms of aging
magnify, but also the adrenal glands lose their ability to function properly and
adrenal fatigue can set in. BodyLogicMD recommends a custom prescription that
includes the following:
1. Increasing nutrient intake by eating a diet that includes plenty of quality
protein with regular meals of high nutritional value
2. Limiting or avoiding the intake of hydrogenated fats, excess caffeine,
refined carbohydrates, alcohol and sugar
3. Supplementing with a good multi-vitamin, B-complex vitamin, vitamin C,
magnesium, adaptogenic herbs, and DHEA supplements
4. Supporting local organic farmers and sustainable farming by purchasing
pesticide-free produce
5. Avoiding genetically engineered foods, preservatives, dyes, as well as
synthetic hormones, antibiotics, and drugs in animal products
6. Taking time to evaluate daily and situational stressors and practice stress
management
7. Getting plenty of sleep so the adrenals can repair overnight
8. Adding the practice of gentle exercise, meditation or yoga
9. Undergoing diagnostic adrenal testing, including comprehensive saliva tests
to determine cortisol levels and amounts produced to determine your body's
reaction to adrenal stress
10. Adding bioidentical hormone therapy when necessary to help sustain adrenal
function
"Earth Day is a great time to get more information about making healthy changes
and learning about the direct connection between the quality of the food you
eat, the care you take of your health and how well your body functions," says
Dr. Stanton. "At BodyLogicMD, it is our goal to help men and women who
experience the symptoms of hormonal imbalance return to health through "green"
diets, exercise and natural bioidentical hormone therapy."
About BodyLogicMD
Founded in 2003, currently has 23 locations nationwide each with highly trained,
physician-owned practices specializing in natural bioidentical hormone
replacement therapy integrated with fitness and nutrition for men and women
suffering from hormonal imbalance, menopause, and andropause. BodyLogicMD is
currently featured on Oprah.com, Suzanne Somers' latest book "Breakthrough:
Eight Steps to Wellness" lists BodyLogicMD as an expert source and her book,
"Ageless, The Naked Truth About Bioidentical Hormones" dedicates an entire
chapter to BodyLogicMD, BusinessWeek cover story March, 2006 features the
BodyLogicMD business story.
For more information and to find the BodyLogicMD location nearest you visit:
www.bodylogicmd.com
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