Guides & Resources

Understanding Testosterone: What It Is and Why It Matters

Testosterone is a hormone found in both men and women, but it is most commonly known as the main male sex hormone. It plays an important role in many body functions, including:

• Muscle and Bone Health: Testosterone helps build and maintain strong muscles and bones.

• Mood and Energy: Healthy testosterone levels can improve mood, boost energy, and support mental well-being.

• Sexual Health: It is key for sex drive (libido) and reproductive health in both men and women.

• Body Changes: During puberty, testosterone causes changes such as a deeper voice, facial hair, and increased muscle mass in boys.

Low testosterone can lead to symptoms such as :

low energy and fatigue, reduced muscle strengthweight gain, erectile dysfunction, depression, irritability, and decreased interest in sex.

If you notice these symptoms, talk to a healthcare provider. They can check your hormone levels and discuss whether treatment, like hormone therapy, might help you feel your best.

Understanding GLP‑1: A Guide to How It Works

GLP‑1 is a natural hormone in your body that plays an important role in managing your appetite, blood sugar, and metabolism. Here’s how it helps:

• Appetite Regulation: GLP‑1 slows down how quickly food leaves your stomach, helping you feel full longer after eating. This can make it easier to manage your portions and reduce snacking.

• Blood Sugar Balance: It supports steady blood sugar levels by helping your body release insulin when needed and reducing sudden spikes or crashes.

• Metabolic Support: GLP‑1 improves your body’s response to insulin, making it easier for your cells to use energy from food efficiently.

At Rebalance Wellness PLLC, we believe GLP‑1 therapy should be more than just taking a medication. We combine GLP‑1 therapy with:

• Personalized nutrition plans tailored to your health goals

• Health coaching to help you build habits that last

• Ongoing support and check-ins to make sure you’re progressing safely and effectively

If you’re interested in learning more about GLP‑1 or how it might help you, feel free to reach out or schedule a consultation!

Understanding Peptides

If you’ve heard the buzz around peptides but aren’t sure what they are or how they work, you’re not alone. Peptides are small yet powerful molecules that are gaining attention in the fields of regenerative medicine, weight management, and hormone support. Let’s break it down. Peptides are small protein fragments used to support metabolism, recovery, and fat loss.

Peptides are short chains of amino acids—the building blocks of proteins. Your body naturally makes hundreds of peptides to help regulate everything from metabolism and healing to mood and immune function. In clinical settings, we use targeted peptides to support specific goals like:

• Fat metabolism

• Muscle recovery

• Hormone balance

• Cellular repair

• Appetite regulation

Some peptides are FDA-approved medications (like GLP-1 agonists used for weight loss), while others are considered wellness or research compounds. At Rebalance Wellness, we offer both.

If you’re interested in learning more about peptides and how they might help you, feel free to reach out or schedule a consultation!

Understanding Estrogen: What It Is and Why It Matters

Estrogen is one of the body’s most influential hormones, shaping not only reproductive health but also energy, mood, bone strength, and heart function. Understanding its role helps patients appreciate why balance matters for long-term wellness. While it is best known for regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting fertility, its impact extends far beyond reproduction:

• Bone Health: Estrogen helps maintain bone density and reduces the risk of osteoporosis.

• Mood & Energy: Estrogen plays a role in memory, focus, and emotional well-being, helping stabilize mood.

• Skin & Hair: It contributes to skin elasticity and hair growth.

• Metabolism & Weight: Estrogen helps regulate body weight and fat distribution.

Low estrogen levels during perimenopause and menopause contribute to symptoms like:

hot flashes, night sweats, sleep changes, irritability, depression, mood swings, vaginal dryness & bladder issues, decreasing fertility, cholesterol changes, weight gain, hair thinning or loss, dry skin, eyes or mouth, "brain fog," bone density loss.

Every woman's hormone journey is unique, so treatment plans should be tailored to her health needs and life stage.

What is Body Composition Analysis?

Body composition analysis gives you a clear picture of what’s happening inside your body beyond the number on the scale. In just a few minutes, our professional‑grade analyzer measures your muscle mass, body fat percentage, visceral fat, metabolic rate, and hydration levels. This information helps us design a personalized plan that targets your unique needs—whether it’s weight management, improving strength, or boosting overall health. By tracking these results over time, you’ll see how your lifestyle changes and treatments are making a real difference.