Author:Gina Pastore

Apr 22 2023

What is Functional Medicine for Hormones?

Principles of Functional Medicine For Hormones The realm of functional medicine is increasingly becoming popular, with patients demanding a proactive or preventive approach to common healthcare conditions. Unlike conventional medicine, functional medicine is patient-centered and uses nutrition-based strategies to address the root causes of disease, dysfunction, or medical condition. That said, if you are battling hormonal imbalance and can’t identify the reasons behind some symptoms, you should consider functional medicine. Common underlying causes of hormonal imbalance include chronic inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, stress, and toxins exposure. Functional medicine for hormonal imbalance evaluates the patients’...

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Mar 20 2023

What is Anti-Aging Medicine

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by Gina Pastore

What Does Anti-Aging Medicine Do? As people age, their bodies go through various changes, including a decrease in hormone levels, which can cause a variety of health issues. The term "anti-aging medicine" is used to describe a range of medical therapies and treatments designed to slow the aging process and improve overall health and wellness. It typically involves a combination of lifestyle and dietary changes, supplements, and hormone therapies. The main goal of anti-aging medicine is to slow the aging process, which in turn can lead to a longer, healthier life....

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Feb 27 2023

HCG Frequently Asked Questions

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by Gina Pastore

HCG Diet FAQs Obesity and weight gain are increasingly becoming a concern in modern society. In response to this, countless diet plans on the market claim to be perfect for those looking to lose weight. Unfortunately, without proven results, most people find it difficult to identify effective plans from scams with passing fads. Besides exercise, you should consider the HCG diet if you are searching for a safe and effective weight loss diet to fast-track your weight loss results. Below are a few common questions most people have about the HCG diet. What...

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Feb 17 2023

Peptides: What they are and what they do

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by Gina Pastore

What are Peptides and How Do They Affect the Body If you have been looking for skincare products recently, chances are you’ve come across peptide products on the market. There’s a lot of buzz surrounding the benefits of peptides to the skin, muscles, and overall health. Several studies have shown that peptides can potentially slow the aging process, destroy microbes in the body, and reduce inflammation. Because of these benefits, you’ll find several supplements that contain peptides derived from food or manufactured synthetically on the market. However, what are peptides, and...

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Jan 23 2023

The link between hormonal balance and weight gain

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by Gina Pastore

Hormones that Affect Weight Gain and How to Improve Them If you’ve recently gained weight, chances are it is due to a sedentary lifestyle and poor diet. However, this isn’t always the cause. Hormonal imbalances can also promote weight gain. Hormones are chemical messengers that control important functions, such as reproduction, sexual function, mood, and metabolism. Changes in hormonal levels can, at times, cause unexpected and uncontrollable weight gain. Unfortunately, diet and exercise regimens cannot solve weight gain caused by hormones. Below are the key hormones that control appetite, satiety, metabolism,...

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Jan 17 2023

What Is Semaglutide?

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by Gina Pastore

What is Semaglutide? The FDA recently approved the use of Semaglutide, a weekly injection, for the management of chronic weight. However, it should be used with exercise and a healthy diet for effective results. Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide that was initially used to manage blood sugar levels in patients with Type 2 Diabetes. Most people who use this drug to control their sugar levels also lose weight as an added benefit. What is a Peptide? As mentioned, Semaglutide is a peptide. However, what are peptides? Peptides are small versions of proteins...

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Dec 28 2022

Are Compounded Hormones Better?

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by Gina Pastore

What is Compounded Bioidentical Hormone Therapy Hormone replacement therapy treats hormone deficiencies in both men and women. Estrogens, progesterone, and androgens, or testosterone, are hormones that may be given to treat deficiency. Forms of hormones are either considered synthetic or bioidentical. So what’s the difference, and why does it matter? Synthetic Hormones Synthetic hormones are hormones that are created or made in a lab setting. They may be look-alike replacements for your body’s natural hormones, but they are often not exact replicas. These hormones are chemically altered. An example is a commonly prescribed medication...

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Dec 21 2022

What Are the Emotional Effects of Low T

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by Gina Pastore

How Does Low T Affect You Mentally? Testosterone is a hormone largely thought to fuel sexual desires. As such, most people often think of diminishing sexual desires and physiological complications, such as erectile dysfunction, as the primary effects of low T. However, the effects of testosterone hormone in the body go beyond stimulating sexual arousal. Testosterone affects many body organs, including the brain and the general state of mind. Low testosterone levels can cause serious mental health problems in men. Individuals with low testosterone often experience mood swings and fatigue. Below...

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Nov 29 2022

What is the Best Menopause Treatment?

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by Gina Pastore

What Is The Best Treatment For Menopause? Menopause is the period of a woman’s life when reproductive hormones experience a decline. This typically begins during the 40s. While often called “menopause,” this period leading up to menopause is the perimenopausal period. A woman is considered “in menopause” when they have not had a period for at least 12 months. Women usually experience menopause between 45-50 years old. If you’ve had surgery like a hysterectomy and your ovaries were removed, this will cause you to enter menopause immediately, regardless of age. Some women...

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Nov 15 2022

What Does Pellet Therapy Do?

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by Gina Pastore

What is Hormone Pellet Therapy? Hormone pellets are increasingly becoming a popular method of delivering hormones for patients on hormone replacement therapies. Hormone pellets are typically implants inserted under the skin to release bioidentical hormones. Both men and women may require hormone replacement procedures to balance testosterone, estrogen, and other deficient hormones. Men with testosterone deficiency require hormone replacement therapies to augment testosterone levels in the body. Women primarily use hormone therapies to treat menopause symptoms, while transgender people use these treatments to enhance or suppress specific sex characteristics. What are Hormone Pellets? The...

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