The thyroid is a small part of the body, but the effects that it has on your health are anything but! This gland is located in the neck, and it plays a crucial role in regulating numerous bodily functions. By producing many of your most important hormones, it helps control your metabolism, energy levels, and…
Sleep is a powerhouse for your health, playing a key role in keeping your hormones in balance and your body running smoothly. When you get quality rest, you support everything from metabolism and immune function to mood and mental clarity. On the flip side, poor sleep can throw hormones off track, increasing the risk of…
As men age, it’s natural for testosterone levels to decline, leading to various symptoms that can affect quality of life. This decline often begins as early as the mid-30s but becomes more pronounced after 40, leading many men to seek solutions. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) has emerged as a viable option to address these hormonal…
When it comes to hormone therapy, myths and misconceptions abound. Whether it’s concern over safety, the potential for side effects, or confusion about the best treatment options, it’s no wonder that many feel hesitant to explore this path. However, the truth is often much different from the myths around hormone therapy! Many of these misconceptions…
The new year is a time for fresh starts, new resolutions, and opportunities to grow. However, for many people, the excitement of a new beginning can be overshadowed by stress and anxiety, particularly as the demands of work, family, and social obligations ramp up. What many people don’t realize is that stress, including the seasonal…
For many, the holiday season is the perfect time for gathering with family, enjoying festive meals, and celebrating tradition. But even indulging in seasonal treats and drinks has the potential to disrupt one’s hormone balance, especially for individuals navigating menopause or managing pre-existing hormonal conditions. From eating more sugar to drinking extra alcohol and pushing…
The jokes about women feeling moody and irritable on their periods have probably been around since there have been women and periods, but the evidence is clear– there is a strong link between hormones and mental health, not just in women, but in men as well. This fact is hardly a surprising one. Human hormones…
Hormones are major contributors to our overall health as human beings, and having proper hormone levels and balances can make a world of difference in how good you feel and how well you function! If you’re getting into learning about your hormones, one of the biggest things that you’ll start hearing about is your thyroid.…