Can Erectile Dysfunction Happen for No Reason?
What Can Cause ED? Erectile dysfunction (ED) or impotence can include symptoms like: Trouble getting an erection Trouble keeping an erection Lack of sex drive It’s not unusual to experience erection trouble from time to time, but when it becomes a frequent issue, it can lead to stress, loss of self-confidence, and problems […]
What Happens to a Woman’s Hormones During Menopause?
Side-Effects of Menopause Menopause generally describes the period when women permanently stop menstruating. Also called “change of life,” menopause is the culmination of the woman’s siring ability. However, healthcare practitioners use menopause as a reference to a situation where the level of female hormones starts changing/fluctuating. The menopause period is termed complete when a woman […]
Three Glands and How They Interact With Stress (Adrenal, Thyroid, Pancreas)
The Endocrine System – Thyroid Adrenal Pancreas Axis Did you know that three of your hormone-producing glands control and respond to stress and anxiety? These glands produce and release hormones as part of your body’s response to stress. And while that is a normal response and function, chronic stress can be harmful. Let’s learn more […]
Can You Lose Weight With Peptides and Boost Metabolism?
Peptides and Your Metabolism – Can Peptide Hormones Reboot Your Metabolism? Peptides are small amino acid chains. Long chains of peptides are what form proteins. Each peptide in the body is responsible for a specific function. Peptides signal cell-to-cell communication and tell your cells what to do. Peptide therapy can: Decrease body […]
Hormone Treatment For Depression
Can Hormone Therapy Help with Depression? Depression is among the most common psychiatric disorder in the U.S that affects more women than men. Approximately 20% of women experience depression during their menopausal stage, caused by reduced estrogen levels. Women who have been previously diagnosed with depression are more likely to experience menopausal depression. Fortunately, help […]
How Hormones Affect Your Memory
Hormone Balance and Memory Loss Hormonal changes can affect nearly every body system. The “brain fog” description is commonly used to explain memory symptoms resulting from hormone changes. Read on to learn about how hormones can affect your memory. What are hormones? Hormones are chemicals your body makes and then sends through your bloodstream […]
Why You Shouldn’t Take Medication to Solve Sleep Problems
Health Effects of Long-Term Sleeping Pill Use Many people experience sleep problems at various times throughout their life. Insomnia, which can be trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or both, can happen short-term or long-term. Chronic insomnia lasts for at least three months and happens at least three times a week. Turning to a […]
The Benefits of Progesterone After a Hysterectomy
Does a Woman Need Progesterone After a Hysterectomy? Progesterone, like estrogen, is one of the hormones we typically consider a “female” hormone. There are several factors that will influence what hormones you might need to be replaced after a hysterectomy. What is progesterone? Let’s begin with a brief overview of what progesterone […]
What are the long term benefits to taking testosterone?
Long-Term Benefits of Testosterone Testosterone is primarily a male hormone produced in the testicles. The hormone is responsible for male growth and the development of masculine characteristics. Testosterone hormone naturally increases 30 times more in early adulthood and adolescence. However, the level gradually drops 1-3% per year after the age of 30. Some men naturally […]
Perimenopausal Women and Estrogen Dominance
Changes in Hormone Levels and Estrogen Dominance in Perimenopausal Women Perimenopause is the time when a woman is transitioning to menopause. During the perimenopausal period, women can experience many symptoms. The process varies with the individual, and the perimenopausal period can last from two to ten years. What is perimenopause? Perimenopause is triggered by changes […]