Hormones In The News
Could the Pill Lower a Woman’s Sex Drive?
May, 2010 - There are many pills, but when someone says “THE pill” – there’s little doubt which one they’re referring to. There’s been a lot of talk lately, regarding some of the sexual side effects associated with the use of hormonal contraception, such as birth control pills. According to Businessweek, studies published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine suggest that women using birth control were more likely to suffer from low libido, lack of orgasm, inhibited sexual desire and satisfaction and vaginal dryness.
What Lack of Sleep Does to your Mind
May, 2010 - A recent article published on WebMD.com discussed the various impacts that lack of sleep can have on the mind. Adults who get less than 6 hours of sleep risk memory problems, chronic fatigue and a multitude of other cognitive issues. People don’t often recognize just how important sleep is to their overall health.Sleep is not a luxury. Those who do not get enough sleep and experience “sleepiness” may notice that their thought process is slowed down significantly, and that their judgment is impaired.
New study confirms HRT helps ward off colon cancer
May, 2010 - According to an article recently published on Reuters.com, new studies have once again reinforced the benefits of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Back in 2002, millions of women stopped using synthetic HRT drugs, because the synthetic hormones were linked to a variety of health challenges in post-menopausal women, including stroke, heart disease and breast cancer. In addition to the risks however, the Women’s Health Initiative had also discovered that HRT protected against colon cancer.
Irregular Period? It Could Be More than Just Stress
May, 2010 - In recent years, we’ve seen more and more women diagnosed with premature menopause. West Chicago bioidentical hormones expert, Dr. Michelle Shultz believes that environmental toxins, specifically those containing synthetic estrogens are largely to blame for this occurrence. A recent article published by National Public Radio (NPR) told the story of a recently married woman in her 30’s, who was informed she could not bear children because she was post-menopausal.
Weighty Issues in Women during Menopause
May, 2010 - Menopause is a term that describes the hormonal imbalances experienced by women entering their post-reproductive years. The early stages of menopause, oftentimes referred to as perimenopause, usually take place between the ages of 35 and 40. Although menopause symptoms vary greatly and affect each woman differently, weight gain is a common fear among women. So what causes women to gain weight during menopause? When women are tired and moody, they tend to overeat – and this is why, they often gain weight.
4 Diseases Doctors Get Wrong
May, 2010 - It’s not uncommon for doctors to read our symptoms and make an incorrect diagnosis. In a recent article by published by WebMD, one of the most misdiagnosed diseases is hypothyroidism. Houston bioidentical hormones expert Dr. Wade Huey has seen many patients who were misdiagnosed by their primary care physician, oftentimes because they’re unfamiliar with hormonal imbalance. You don’t go to a primary doctor if you need a heart specialist so why would you go to a primary doctor if you need a hormones expert?.”
Boost Your Love Hormone Levels... Naturally
May, 2010 - It’s common for hormonal imbalances such as menopause and andropause (the male menopause) to decrease libido in women and men; however, scientists recently discovered that waning testosterone and estrogen levels aren’t the only culprits. It turns out that a new hormone has taken the stage and it’s called oxytocin. Appropriately nicknamed “the love hormone”, oxytocin has been found to induce feelings of love, trust and generosity. Scientists have also found the love chemical isn’t only associated with romantic love, but is also responsible for the bond a mother feels when she first touches her newborn child.”
Are Organic Foods Really Healthier For You?
April, 2010 - The USDA does not make any claims that organic foods are healthier or better than non-organic foods. Vail bioidentical hormones expert Dr. Heidi Archer says “Organic foods are definitely better for you as they are not full of the toxins and hormones that are present in processed foods.Organic foods must be produced without the use of hormones, herbicides, pesticides, antibiotics or fertilizers or contain any ingredients that aren’t deemed “natural” by the USDA.”
Lung Cancer Increase in Women Tied to Genes, Estrogen
April, 2010 - Researchers believe that estrogen may play a role in the development of lung cancer in non-smoking women, as well as smokers. In addition, studies suggest that the body’s inability to metabolize estrogen may also lead to breast and colorectal cancers. Similar findings were evidenced in the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) – a long-term study for the advancement of preventive strategies for heart disease and breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
The Estrogen Dilemma
April, 2010 - Hormone therapy, specifically Estrogen therapy, was recently researched by Cynthia Gorney in the NY Times in an article, published under the title: “The Estrogen Dilemma.” Gorney discusses her quest to find out the truth about bioidentical hormone therapy. Her conclusion: The benefits of hormone therapy outweigh any risk that might exist.
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