These days, gluten-free foods are just about everywhere, even in most restaurants. Maybe you’re thinking about going gluten-free because you have digestive issues, or you’ve heard from friends that it can make you feel better. Or perhaps you have an autoimmune disease that is alleviated by the removal of gluten. Long story short: The gluten […]
If you are experiencing menopause, andropause, or a hormonal imbalance, you know that hormones can have a profound impact on your physical and emotional health. What’s more, you probably already recognize the potential value of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to replenish your hormone levels and regulate your body. Today, there are more choices than ever […]
Natural progesterone cream is a popular product designed to address a wide variety of hormone-related symptoms in women. What’s more, natural progesterone cream is inexpensive, easy to use, and accessible—many versions are even available over-the-counter. It may seem like the perfect solution for women who aren’t ready to seek professional help for their hormones. But […]
Your doctor has probably told you that the best way to get all the nutrients you need to stay healthy and active is by having a well-balanced diet containing plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains as well as healthy sources of fat and protein. And a healthy diet is one of the best things […]
Patients seek bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) for a multitude of different reasons. Perhaps you feel sluggish, fatigued, or unmotivated. Maybe you’re experiencing hot flashes. Or perhaps you’ve run up against a wall when it comes to weight loss, and you’re wondering if hormones have something to do with your inability to lose weight. Bioidentical […]
Although many people experience different types of mental illness, one of the most serious mental health disorders is depression, which affects nearly one in ten US adults, with the rate being almost twice as high for women as for men. Depression and other mental health disorders can affect thinking, mood, and behavior. Depression, which is […]
Many of us are familiar with cortisol’s tainted reputation. In the media of yesteryear, cortisol was frequently tarred as the “belly fat builder” or as a leading cause of being overweight. More recently, people have started to realize that cortisol is far more complicated than earlier reports suggested. In fact, there is some evidence suggesting […]
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is relatively uncommon in women. Men across the world use intramuscular injections, gels, patches, and pellets to supplement their falling testosterone levels. For men, the benefits and risks of pellet therapy are relatively well-documented. But even though women also produce testosterone and their testosterone levels naturally fall during the aging process, […]
If you struggle with symptoms like abnormal periods, fatigue, or mood swings, you may be feeling the effects of high estrogen. Unfortunately, many women don’t recognize that their physical or emotional distress is caused by an overabundance of this critical hormone. That may be because the broad collection of symptoms associated with high estrogen can […]
If you take supplements, you’ve probably noticed that the ones available at your doctor’s office are often pricier than those at the grocery or drugstore. But that’s not because your doctor is marking the price up, it’s because your doctor most likely only sells pharmaceutical-grade supplements. To be recognized as pharmaceutical-grade, supplements must: Contain high […]