Menopause

Similar to men, women also produce the androgen hormone known as testosterone, albeit in smaller quantities, primarily in their ovaries and adrenal glands. Testosterone plays a crucial role in maintaining mood, energy levels, sex drive, and overall bodily functions in women. The Influence of Testosterone on Women's Health: Normal testosterone levels have several essential functions […]

When it comes to women's hormonal health, many of us have a basic understanding of the role estrogen and progesterone play in the monthly menstrual cycle. However, the influence of these hormones extends far beyond reproductive health. In reality, hormones, including estrogen and progesterone, are instrumental in the overall well-being of our body. Hormones act […]

Hormonal imbalances can have a significant impact on both our physical and emotional well-being, often leading to a range of uncomfortable symptoms. Various factors, such as our lifestyle choices and the environment we live in, can contribute to these imbalances. Recognizing the underlying causes of hormonal disruption is a critical step not only in managing […]

The study and use of hormones have traditionally been the domain of endocrinology, which focuses on the pathological effects of hormones in the human body. However, there is no specific field of medicine that studies the effects of hormones on wellness and disease prevention. As the field of wellness and disease prevention expands, it is […]

Your heart beats about 100,000 times every day. Given that the average US life expectancy is almost 79 years old, your heart will beat approximately 2.9 billion times during your lifetime. With the heart being your life force, it is essential to support your heart’s longevity in everyday life. In honor of American Heart Health […]

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Willpower is not one of them

This affects millions of Americans

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31% of men suffer some form of sexual inadequacy

40% of menopausal women lose their desire for intimacy

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Many doctors are underequipped to treat these conditions

BHRT can help reduce symptoms

Each woman is unique.

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Hormone imbalances can be corrected with treatment

Meltatonin is primarily produced at night

Perimenopause can begin as early as a woman’s mid-30s

Hormonal imbalances profoundly affect mood

Menopause does not just occur overnight