Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy in Garner, IA

Feel Like Yourself Again — With Personalized Hormone Care

Told “Your Labs Are Normal”… But You Don’t Feel Normal?

Many women and men in their 30s, 40s, and 50s are told their symptoms are just stress, aging, or “within range.” But optimal health is not the same as “normal.” Hormone shifts during perimenopause, menopause, postpartum, thyroid dysfunction, PCOS, and low testosterone can affect energy, mood, metabolism, sleep, and focus.

You deserve answers that go deeper than a five-minute visit.

Our Clinical Approach

Personalized Hormone Care, Designed for You.

At Health+Hormones in Garner, IA, we take a structured and evidence-informed approach to hormone health. Every plan begins with a detailed consultation, advanced lab evaluation when appropriate, and a personalized roadmap tailored to your goals and symptoms.

We offer ongoing monitoring and adjustments — not just a prescription and a follow-up months later.

  • Comprehensive hormone and metabolic assessment
  • Thyroid and adrenal evaluation when indicated
  • Bioidentical hormone therapy options
  • Ongoing monitoring and plan refinement
  • Lifestyle and nutrition guidance for long-term support
Comprehensive Hormone & Metabolic Services

Women’s Midlife Care

Perimenopause & Menopause Support

Hormone fluctuations during midlife can influence sleep, mood, metabolism, and daily energy. We provide structured evaluation and individualized bioidentical hormone therapy options when clinically appropriate, along with ongoing monitoring and plan refinement.

  • Individualized bioidentical hormone therapy options
  • Metabolic and thyroid optimization when indicated
  • Structured monitoring and plan refinement
  • Lifestyle and nutrition strategy integration
  • Ongoing provider oversight

Men’s Hormone Health

Men’s Testosterone Optimization

Low testosterone may contribute to fatigue, reduced strength, and decreased motivation. After comprehensive evaluation, qualified patients may enter a structured optimization program focused on restoring balance and supporting long-term vitality.

  • Personalized testosterone therapy options
  • Metabolic and thyroid support when indicated
  • Ongoing lab monitoring
  • Dose refinement and adjustment
  • Lifestyle integration strategies

Postpartum Recovery Care

Fourth Trimester Hormone Support

The postpartum period involves significant hormonal, metabolic, and thyroid shifts that can influence mood, sleep, and energy. After thorough evaluation, eligible patients may transition into a structured recovery program tailored to their stage of healing.

  • Thyroid and hormone support when indicated
  • Nutrient repletion strategies
  • Metabolic stabilization planning
  • Structured follow-up and monitoring
  • Lifestyle guidance for sustainable recovery

Women’s Hormone Balance

PCOS & Cycle Regulation Support

Polycystic ovarian syndrome and insulin resistance can affect cycles, skin health, metabolism, and reproductive goals. Following comprehensive evaluation, qualified patients may enter a structured optimization program designed to support long-term hormonal and metabolic balance.

  • Individualized hormone therapy when appropriate
  • Insulin and metabolic optimization strategies
  • Cycle regulation support
  • Nutritional and lifestyle integration
  • Ongoing lab monitoring and plan refinement

Metabolic Health Support

Metabolic Reset & Insulin Support

Weight changes are often influenced by insulin patterns, hormonal shifts, and metabolic adaptation. After comprehensive evaluation, qualified patients may enter a structured metabolic support program designed to promote sustainable weight management and improved metabolic function.

  • Insulin and metabolic lab assessment
  • Weight management strategy development
  • Medication support when clinically appropriate
  • Hormone optimization when indicated
  • Ongoing monitoring and accountability

Digestive Health Care

Gut Health & Microbiome Support

Digestive imbalances can influence inflammation, nutrient absorption, immune regulation, and overall well-being. After detailed assessment, patients may enter a structured gut health program designed to support microbiome diversity and long-term digestive function.

  • Targeted digestive support protocols
  • Microbiome-directed strategies
  • Nutrition and elimination guidance
  • Supplement recommendations when appropriate
  • Ongoing reassessment and adjustment

Why Patients Choose Us

Thoughtful, Personalized Care — Designed to Go Deeper

Root-Cause Care

We look beyond surface symptoms to identify deeper patterns that may be contributing to fatigue, weight changes, and hormonal imbalance.

Personalized BHRT

Every treatment plan is developed from your lab results, medical history, and personal goals — never a template or one-size-fits-all protocol.

More Time

We’re a cash-based clinic, which means longer visits, better access, and decisions made by your provider—not insurance.

Ongoing Support

Care does not stop after one prescription. We include follow-ups, adjustments, and continued monitoring when appropriate.

Local Experts

We proudly serve Garner, Clear Lake, and North Iowa with advanced hormone and metabolic care close to home.

We Understand

We understand how disruptive symptoms can feel and approach every plan with both clinical expertise and empathy.

meet your provider

Dr. Krista Sweers, ARNP

You’ve been told your labs are “normal.” But you don’t feel normal.

For over 10 years, I’ve cared for patients who were exhausted, gaining weight, struggling with brain fog, low libido, anxiety, and stubborn metabolic changes — only to be reassured that everything looked fine on paper. I began to notice a pattern: many people were suffering with real symptoms while their lab results technically fell within a wide “normal” range.

I knew there had to be a better way.

So I started digging deeper — studying hormone physiology more closely, learning how to interpret labs beyond basic reference ranges, and building a more structured, root-cause approach to care. What I found was this: normal isn’t always optimal. And patients deserve more than a quick review and a dismissal.

That belief is why I founded Health+Hormones — to provide personalized, comprehensive hormone and metabolic care for women and men in Garner and throughout North Iowa. My approach combines detailed lab evaluation, evidence-informed treatment planning, and ongoing monitoring so your care evolves as your body does.

Here, you can expect longer visits, meaningful conversations, and a clear plan built around your goals and health history. You are not rushed. You are not brushed off. And your symptoms are not minimized.

If you don’t feel like yourself, you deserve answers — and a provider willing to look deeper to help you restore your energy, balance, and confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy uses hormones that are structurally similar to those produced naturally by the body. Treatment is personalized based on symptoms, medical history, and lab results, and is prescribed only when clinically appropriate.

Candidacy depends on your symptoms, health history, and lab evaluation. Hormone therapy may be considered for women experiencing perimenopause or menopause symptoms and for men with clinically low testosterone levels.

Yes. Comprehensive lab testing is part of your initial evaluation. Treatment decisions are based on both symptoms and objective lab findings to ensure care is appropriate and safe.

Hormone therapy has potential benefits and risks. We review your medical history, current medications, and lab results before making recommendations. Ongoing monitoring is essential for safety.

Response times vary by individual. Some patients notice changes within weeks, while others require dosage adjustments and monitoring over time to reach optimal balance.

Health+Hormones operates as a direct-pay clinic. This allows for longer visits, comprehensive evaluation, and more personalized care without insurance restrictions.

We use a structured, evidence-informed approach that includes comprehensive evaluation, individualized planning, and ongoing monitoring. Care does not end after one prescription.

Yes. We provide hormone and metabolic support for women and men, including perimenopause, menopause, testosterone optimization, metabolic health, and related concerns.

Health+Hormones is located in Garner, Iowa. We serve patients throughout North Iowa, including Mason City, Clear Lake, Algona, Forest City, Lake Mills, Britt, and surrounding communities. Many patients travel to our Garner clinic for personalized hormone and metabolic care delivered in a structured, direct-pay setting.

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