Hormone Health
Hormones influence nearly every aspect of health, including energy, mood, metabolism, sleep, reproductive health, body composition, and overall wellbeing. When hormones become imbalanced, symptoms can affect daily life in ways that are often frustrating and difficult to understand.
At Momentum Kelowna, we take a comprehensive approach to hormone health by evaluating symptoms, lifestyle factors, medical history, and laboratory testing when appropriate. Our goal is to identify the underlying factors contributing to hormone-related concerns and develop personalized treatment plans that help you feel your best.
Menstrual Cycle Health
A healthy menstrual cycle provides valuable insight into overall health. Concerns such as painful periods, heavy bleeding, irregular cycles, PMS, PMDD, acne, mood changes, and fertility challenges can often be signs of underlying hormonal imbalances.Our naturopathic doctors work with patients to better understand their cycles and identify factors that may be contributing to symptoms. Treatment plans may include nutrition and lifestyle strategies, supplementation, laboratory testing, and collaborative care when needed.
Common concerns include:
- Painful periods
- Heavy or irregular menstrual cycles
- PMS and PMDD
- Acne and skin concerns
- Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) (Previously Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS))
- Fertility optimization
- Hormonal contraceptive support
Perimenopause and Menopause
The transition into menopause can begin years before periods stop. During perimenopause and menopause, changing hormone levels can contribute to a wide range of symptoms that impact quality of life.We help patients understand what changes are occurring, explore treatment options, and develop individualized plans to support symptom management and long-term health.
Common concerns include:
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Sleep disturbances
- Mood changes and anxiety
- Brain fog and memory concerns
- Weight changes
- Low libido
- Vaginal dryness
- Bone and cardiovascular health
Treatment may include lifestyle and nutritional support, evidence-based supplementation, hormone therapy discussions, and collaboration with other healthcare providers when appropriate.
Thyroid Health
The thyroid plays a key role in regulating metabolism, energy production, mood, digestion, and reproductive health. Even subtle changes in thyroid function can significantly affect how you feel.
We assess thyroid health using a combination of symptoms, medical history, and laboratory testing to help identify potential concerns and optimize treatment plans.
Common symptoms of thyroid dysfunction may include:
- Fatigue
- Weight changes
- Hair loss
- Constipation
- Feeling cold
- Low mood
- Fertility concerns
- Brain fog
We work collaboratively with patients and their healthcare team to support both diagnosed thyroid conditions and thyroid-related symptoms.
Stress & Cortisol Health
Stress affects much more than mood. Chronic stress can influence sleep, energy, blood sugar regulation, immune function, digestion, and hormone balance throughout the body.
When stress becomes prolonged, many people experience symptoms such as fatigue, burnout, difficulty sleeping, anxiety, poor recovery, increased cravings, and feeling overwhelmed.
Our approach focuses on understanding the factors contributing to stress while developing practical and sustainable strategies to support resilience and recovery.
Common concerns include:
- Chronic fatigue
- Burnout
- Difficulty sleeping
- Anxiety and feeling overwhelmed
- Energy crashes
- Difficulty concentrating
- Blood sugar dysregulation
- Stress-related hormone symptoms
Treatment plans may include nutrition and lifestyle interventions, stress-management strategies, targeted supplementation, sleep support, and laboratory testing when appropriate.
Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Health
Insulin is a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar and energy production. When the body's cells become less responsive to insulin, the pancreas must produce more to keep blood sugar levels stable. Over time, this can contribute to a variety of symptoms and increase the risk of developing metabolic conditions.
Insulin resistance often develops gradually and may be present for years before blood sugar levels become abnormal.
Common signs and symptoms may include:
- Difficulty losing weight
- Increased abdominal weight gain
- Fatigue and low energy
- Sugar cravings
- Energy crashes after meals
- Increased hunger
- Brain fog and difficulty concentrating
- Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides
- Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) (Previously Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS))
- Prediabetes and type 2 diabetes
Our naturopathic doctors assess metabolic health through a combination of symptoms, medical history, lifestyle factors, and laboratory testing when appropriate. Treatment plans focus on improving insulin sensitivity through nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management, and evidence-based therapies tailored to your individual needs.
