The Happy Hormone Cottage is partnering with Holten Wellness Center to offer women a chance to work with a personal trainer,in small groups of 6 women, for 45 minutes 2 times per week on Tues, Thurs at 6pm or Mon, Wed at 2pm.
Fee: $40/month (That works out to be $5/session!)
Contact Angie Baber at 937-435-8480 to get started!

We are looking for a nurse who currently receives customized hormone therapy from the Piqua Medicine Shoppe/Happy Hormone Cottage to become an integral part of our BHRT team. This would be a full-time position at the Piqua Medicine Shoppe, and would include patient consultations and more.  To apply or for more information, email Lyn@happyhormonecottage.com

You know our little stone cottage is the oldest stone building in Montgomery County, Ohio. Since it was built in the late 1800's and is very rustic (aka c-o-l-d in winter!!!!!), we have decided to not suffer again this winter with freezing fingers and toes, so we are moving our consultations beginning December 15-February 28 to one of our other locations in Kettering. Come see us for consultations and supplements at 5450 Far Hills Avenue, Suite 201, Kettering. This is at the corner of Far Hills Avenue and Rahn Road in Rahn Fountain Plaza. (across the street from Tobias Funeral Home). We still have the same email and same phone number....just a warm and toasty location for the freezing winter months. My employees appreciate this, and so do our clients!

Men's Health - Restoring Vitality 

  Approximately 30% of men 60-70 years of age and 70% of men 70-80 years of age have low bioavailable or free testosterone levels. Symptoms and findings of testosterone deficiency are similar to those associated with aging. They include loss of energy, depressed mood, decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, decreased muscle mass and strength, increased fat mass, frailty, decreased bone density, and osteoporosis. Several clinical trials indicate that when testosterone replacement therapy is used to restore hormones back to physiologic levels considered normal for younger males, there is significant improvement in many of these symptoms.

  The diagnosis of low testosterone levels (medically termed "hypogonadism") must be confirmed by laboratory testing. Screening for potential risks of androgen therapy should be performed prior to the initiation of treatment. Evaluation should include a history of or potential for sleep apnea, arrhythmias, significant symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) or personal or family history of prostate carcinoma, and a physical exam. Proper monitoring of laboratory values and clinical response are essential when prescribing testosterone replacement therapy.

Nutrition Tip: Lycopene for the Prostate
 

  Consumption of tomato products may help to prevent prostate cancer. This protective effect has been linked to lycopene, a carotenoid and natural pigment that gives the red color to many foods.  When considering lycopene supplements, the form of lycopene used (purified versus food sources), dose of lycopene, concomitant use with other carotenoids and antioxidants, duration of use, and stage of prostate disease (if present) are all important factors which influence the potential benefits from lycopene. 

  We carry Ultra Uni-Pros-Trol by Douglas Laboratories which contains lycopene and other beneficial nutrients for men. Ask us about our quality supplements for men and women which can be purchased in our online store.

Customized Medications: Hormone Therapy for Men
 

  Testosterone is well-absorbed from transdermal (topical) creams and gels. Dosage forms also include sublingual drops, buccal or sublingual troches, or tablet triturates. These offer excellent alternatives to oral Testosterone USP tablets, because testosterone that is absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract passes directly into the blood vessels supplying the liver, where the drug is significantly inactivated. 
 

  Compounded preparations can be very advantageous. For example, there is no need to shave the area to apply transdermal testosterone preparations. The medication can be administered as a single dose (rather than multiple patches), and there is no skin irritation from patch adhesive. The cream or gel can be applied two or three times daily to simulate the normal circadian rhythm.
 

We work together with men and their physicians to customize medications and restore vitality. Visit our website to schedule a private consultation with our pharmacist, Jeff Hogrefe, R.Ph.

   At the Happy Hormone Cottage and The Piqua Medicine Shoppe, we recommend Dr. James Wilson's formulas for our clients with adrenal issues. In our online store, we offer three different formulas for adrenal support: Adrenal C Formula Caplets, Adrenal Rebuilder Caplets, Super Adrenal Stress Formula Caps. One of our professionals can help you make your selection or you can order all your nutritional supplements in our online store.