Sponsored Content

New, virtual practice Optimal Human Health offers hormone therapy + more

Sponsored by
Dr. Douglas Lucas and Dr. Russell Van Meale of Optimal Human Health

Dr. Douglas Lucas and Dr. Russell Van Meale of Optimal Human Health | Photos provided

Let’s talk hormones. Did you just get uncomfortable? Maybe you don’t talk (or even think) about your hormones very often, but understanding them — like with most things — is the first step to managing them. And the more we understand our bodies, the better we can treat them, right?

That’s what the team at Optimal Human Health (OHH) believes, and they take it a step further: The new, virtual practice delves into each patient’s genetic makeup to better understand their health and unique needs. Using DNA, labs, and coaching, they can help patients not just by replacing hormones, but to optimize their lives around them via lifestyle, nutrition, targeted supplementation, and medication prescription if needed.

Think:

The physician-led team will also review a patient’s medications — they can prescribe as needed, but can also help patients wean off medications and reduce unnecessary supplements.

OHH takes a big picture approach, which can make a big difference. Curious about what the OHH team could offer you? Set up a free, 15-minute consultation with Dr. Doug or Dr. Russell. Ⓟ

More from GVLtoday
The sweet informal holiday has been celebrated for 55+ years.
This summer, Stone Cottage will open on Main Street with Reedy River Falls views, but we want your help tracking down a mystery artist.
As snow fell Friday, Jan. 30 and stayed through the weekend, you shared your snow day photos with us.
To help make your entire process at the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from parking to details on the airport’s nonstop flights.
Nominate a student, educator, or school staff member that we should highlight as our Fantastic Scholastic.
Bravo’s ‘Top Chef’ is bringing its kitchen showdown to the Carolinas, with Season 23 filming in Charlotte and spotlighting Greenville’s rising food scene in several episodes.
SCDOT’s rehabilitation on the Church Street Bridge began in spring 2025 and just hit the halfway point in early 2026.
Leave it to Greenvillians to find the fun, even when it’s not quite a “snow day.”
We’re following headlines from officials as the ice storm hits Greenville.
We spoke with Andrea Ciavardini-Royko minutes after she found out she was a James Beard Award semifinalist.