The concept of finding hormone balance may seem foreign because we tend to think about issues in silos. You have a shortage of testosterone, or you’re making too much estrogen. But here’s the thing. When you experience one of these issues, you’re experiencing both. That’s because all hormones are interconnected, and not just the big…
The Many Causes of Night Sweats Waking up drenched in sweat can be unpleasant, but there is often an easily identifiable cause, like a bad dream, too warm a temperature setting, or too heavy a blanket. But sometimes hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, continues to occur despite the lack of these factors. Night sweats can have…
If you are always losing the weight loss battle, you’re not alone. There are approximately 108 million Americans on a diet, and it’s a good bet this isn’t their first time on the calorie-counting, waist-whittling journey. The average dieter makes at least four attempts a year. But this has not put a dent in the…
Weight gain and weight loss—a vicious cat and mouse game that you can never seem to win, right? That’s because, for many people—especially at middle age—weight management is not as simple as calories in and calories out. The equation complex and becomes even more complicated as you age. Hormones play a significant role in weight…
Obesity, Metabolism, and Body Fat The obesity epidemic in America is a serious cause for concern, with more than two-thirds of adults considered overweight or obese, according to the National Institutes of Health. The effects of obesity on health are numerous, with obesity linked to many types of disease and other tolls on health, including…
The excess fat clinging to your midsection is notoriously difficult to get rid of. People spend billions of dollars every year trying to lose weight. Diet and exercise isn’t the whole story. A lot of people don’t realize that hormones and weight gain are connected. If you’re struggling to lose weight, there’s a good chance…
You’re cranky, exhausted, and just not feeling like yourself lately: in short, you can definitely tell that you’re dealing with the effects of menopause. In addition to all the emotional consequences, you’ve also noticed an especially unpleasant one: you’ve gained weight. Your doctor has recommended that you try hormone replacement therapy (HRT.) But you’re not…
The excess fat clinging to your midsection is notoriously difficult to get rid of. People spend billions of dollars every year trying to lose weight. Diet and exercise isn’t the whole story. A lot of people don’t realize that hormones and weight gain are connected. If you’re struggling to lose weight, there’s a good chance…
As you grow older, your body changes — typically in ways you don’t like. One of the changes you’ll notice is a decline in the production of your hormones. Fortunately, natural hormone therapy can be a major help. Hormones play a major role in the body’s biomechanical factory. In other words, they assume responsibility for the…
With constant hot flashes and night sweats as an ever-present reminder, menopause can be impossible to ignore. That is why many women choose to seek out a hormone doctor to prescribe medication to alleviate the symptoms. But for many women, taking hormone replacement therapy drugs can do more harm than good. How do you know…
