Hormone & Thyroid Evaluations at
The Piedmont Clinic
Uncover hidden weight blockers. If your hormones are off, your results will be too — no matter how clean you eat or how hard you train.
Why Hormones & Thyroid Matter for Weight Loss
If you’ve been doing everything right and still struggling to lose weight, your hormones could be the reason why.
We’re talking about the chemical messengers that run your metabolism, mood, cravings, and energy.
Even a small imbalance in your thyroid, estrogen, testosterone, or cortisol can stall fat loss, disrupt your sleep, wreck your motivation — and leave you thinking it’s your fault.
At The Piedmont Clinic, we cut through the frustration by testing the right markers and treating what’s really going on inside your body.
What We Test For
Here’s a breakdown of the common labs we run and why they matter:
🧪 Thyroid Panel (TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3)
Your thyroid controls metabolism. When it’s underactive (hypothyroidism), weight gain, fatigue, and brain fog are often the first symptoms. We look deeper than just “normal” TSH to see how well your thyroid is really working.
🧪 Cortisol (AM & PM Levels)
Chronically elevated stress hormones lead to belly fat, burnout, sleep disruption, and cravings. We identify patterns and offer stress support that’s more than “just relax.”
🧪 Estrogen, Progesterone, and Testosterone
Hormone imbalances affect both men and women — especially during perimenopause, menopause, or andropause. These can impact fat storage, lean muscle mass, motivation, and libido.
🧪 Insulin & Blood Sugar
High insulin is one of the most common — and silent — drivers of weight gain. Even if your glucose is normal, early-stage insulin resistance could be holding you back.
🧪 DHEA, SHBG, and other secondary hormones
These help us see how your hormones are interacting, not just individually — but as a full system.
What Happens After Testing?
We don’t just hand you a printout and call it a day.
Once we have your lab results, we sit down and:
Translate the numbers into language you understand
Explain what’s “normal” vs. optimal for weight loss
Create a tailored treatment plan — whether that’s lifestyle changes, supplements, medication, or hormone therapy
Follow up to adjust and improve over time
You’ll leave with more than answers. You’ll leave with a roadmap.
Symptoms That Could Point to a Hormone or Thyroid Issue
Many patients don’t even realize hormones are playing a role. Common signs include:
Sudden or stubborn weight gain
Chronic fatigue or low energy
Mood swings or anxiety
Hair thinning or dry skin
Irregular cycles or low libido
Poor sleep or temperature sensitivity
Brain fog or memory lapses
Muscle loss despite workouts
If you nodded at any of those — testing your hormones might be the best decision you make all year.
Who It’s For
This is for both women and men who:
Feel “off” but can’t pinpoint why
Are hitting a wall with weight loss
Have a family history of thyroid or hormonal issues
Are 30+ and noticing sudden shifts in metabolism, mood, or energy
Want to treat the real problem, not just the symptoms