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Health & Wellness Blog

Evidence-based articles on hormone therapy, weight loss, PRP, and longevity medicine — written and reviewed by Dr. Bruce J. Stratt, MD.

Modern treatment room at LifeBoost MD Boca Raton for dermal filler consultations
Aesthetics 7 min read

The Complete Guide to Dermal Fillers: Types, Treatment Areas, and What to Expect

Dermal fillers can restore volume, smooth lines, and enhance facial contours -- but not all fillers are the same. This guide covers the major types, where they work best, and why the person holding the syringe matters more than the product inside it.

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Bioidentical hormone pellet used in subcutaneous hormone replacement therapy at LifeBoost MD
Hormone Therapy 7 min read

Hormone Pellet Therapy: A Complete Guide to How It Works, Benefits, and What to Expect

Hormone pellet therapy delivers steady, consistent hormone levels for months at a time with a single in-office procedure. Here is everything you need to know about how pellets work, who they are best for, and what the experience is actually like.

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Woman discussing bioidentical hormone therapy with physician
Hormone Therapy 8 min read

Is Bioidentical Hormone Therapy Safe? What the Evidence Actually Shows

The 2002 WHI study scared an entire generation of women away from hormone therapy. Two decades of follow-up research tells a very different story — especially for bioidentical hormones started at the right time.

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LifeBoost MD treatment room for PRP procedures
PRP Therapy 7 min read

PRP for Sexual Health: What the P-Shot and O-Shot Can Do

The P-Shot and O-Shot use your own platelet-rich plasma to rejuvenate sexual function — improving sensation, performance, and satisfaction for both men and women without surgery or synthetic drugs.

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LifeBoost MD clinic interior in Boca Raton, FL
Weight Loss 7 min read

Semaglutide Side Effects: What to Expect and How to Manage Them

Semaglutide is remarkably effective for weight loss, but side effects — especially nausea — are common in the first few weeks. Knowing what to expect and how to manage symptoms makes all the difference.

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LifeBoost MD Boca Raton clinic interior where patients receive medicated weight loss consultations
Weight Loss 7 min read

Tirzepatide vs. Semaglutide: Comparing the Two Leading Weight Loss Medications

Two GLP-1 medications are dominating the weight loss conversation, but they are not identical. Here is how tirzepatide and semaglutide compare on mechanism, clinical results, side effects, and which patients benefit most from each.

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LifeBoost MD waiting room in Boca Raton
PRP Therapy 6 min read

Vampire Facial: How PRP Facial Rejuvenation Works

The vampire facial combines microneedling with platelet-rich plasma to stimulate collagen production and skin renewal from the inside out — delivering results that topical products simply cannot match.

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Man reviewing testosterone lab results with physician at LifeBoost MD in Boca Raton
Hormone Therapy 9 min read

Should You Start TRT? A Complete Decision Framework for Men

Recognizing low testosterone symptoms is only the first step. This guide walks you through the decision-making process — from interpreting your lab results to choosing a delivery method — so you can make an informed choice about testosterone replacement therapy.

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Woman experiencing hormone imbalance symptoms — fatigue and mood changes
Women's Health 7 min read

7 Signs Your Hormones Are Out of Balance (Women's Guide)

Most women chalk up hormone imbalance symptoms to stress or aging. But persistent fatigue, weight gain, and mood changes have a biological explanation — and a solution.

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Man working out — testosterone therapy and weight loss
Men's Health 7 min read

TRT and Weight Loss: Can Testosterone Help You Burn Belly Fat?

Low testosterone causes fat gain. High body fat suppresses testosterone. It's a vicious cycle — and TRT combined with the right lifestyle approach can break it.

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PRP hair restoration treatment — platelet-rich plasma for hair loss
PRP Therapy 7 min read

PRP vs. Rogaine vs. Finasteride: Which Hair Loss Treatment Actually Works?

PRP for hair loss uses your body's growth factors to reawaken dormant follicles — with no surgery and no downtime. Here's what the science says and what to realistically expect.

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PRP injection preparation versus cortisone injection comparison
PRP Therapy 7 min read

PRP vs. Cortisone Injections: Which Is Better for Joint Pain?

Cortisone is fast. PRP is regenerative. For chronic joint pain, understanding the difference could save you from a treatment that makes things worse long-term.

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Women's hormone therapy consultation — bioidentical vs synthetic hormones
Women's Health 9 min read

Bioidentical vs. Synthetic Hormones: What Every Woman Should Know

Many women are reluctant to try HRT because of safety concerns from a 2002 study. But that study used synthetic hormones — not bioidentical ones. Here's what's actually different.

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Medical illustration — GLP-1 hormone pathway for weight loss
Weight Loss 7 min read

How Semaglutide Works: The Science Behind GLP-1 Weight Loss

Semaglutide isn't magic — it's biology. Understanding how GLP-1 receptor agonists actually work helps you get the most out of treatment and set realistic expectations.

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PRP therapy preparation — platelet-rich plasma injection for knee pain
PRP Therapy 8 min read

Does PRP Actually Work for Knee Pain? An Evidence Review

PRP injections use your own blood's healing factors to repair damaged knee tissue. Here's what the research actually shows — and what to expect from treatment.

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Woman in her 40s discussing hormone therapy with her doctor
Women's Health 9 min read

Perimenopause vs. Menopause: Symptoms, Timeline & What You Can Do

Most women spend years in perimenopause before reaching menopause — often without knowing it. Here's how to tell the difference and what your treatment options are.

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Medical weight loss consultation — semaglutide treatment
Weight Loss 7 min read

Semaglutide vs. Ozempic vs. Wegovy: What's Actually the Difference?

Ozempic, Wegovy, and semaglutide are everywhere — but most people don't understand what sets them apart. Here's the plain-English breakdown from a board-certified physician.

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Man looking tired — signs of low testosterone
Men's Health 8 min read

10 Signs of Low Testosterone in Men (And When to See a Doctor)

Low testosterone affects 1 in 4 men over 30 — but most never recognize the signs. Here are 10 warning signs your T levels may be low and what you can do about it.

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Medical weight loss consultation in Boca Raton with Dr. Stratt
Weight Loss 8 min read

Physician-Supervised vs. Commercial Weight Loss: What's the Real Difference?

Medical weight loss in Boca Raton has changed dramatically with GLP-1 medications. Here's what programs look like, what they cost, and how to find the right physician.

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LifeBoost MD clinic in Boca Raton — hormone therapy center
Hormone Therapy 11 min read

Types of Hormone Replacement Therapy: BHRT, TRT & Pellets — Which Is Right for You?

A comprehensive guide to hormone replacement therapy in Boca Raton — covering BHRT for women, TRT for men, treatment types, safety, costs, and how to find the right provider.

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