Hormone replacement therapy has been used to alleviate menopause symptoms since the early 1960s. During that time, numerous studies have researched the benefits versus risks of hormone replacement. The result has been a pile of useful information, but also a lot of...
Trace elements are vital for your health and wellbeing. But humans only need them in extremely small amounts. Nutrients like iron, copper, selenium, and fluoride are examples of trace elements that are likely familiar to you. Boron, on the other hand, may be less...
Your immune system has amazing abilities. It protects your body from viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens. It even remembers the invaders it has defeated in the past…so it can stop them faster the next time they attack. But did you know that a strong immune system...
Estrogen replacement has a well-documented track record when it comes to combatting the symptoms associated with menopause, including: Weight gain Hot flashes Vaginal dryness Fatigue Mood swings and depression Memory loss Osteoporosis But estrogen alone isn’t the...
We all know that sleep is important. But just how important is it? Well…consider how negatively one single event effects everyone in the United States each year. We’re talking about something that results in almost everyone being sleep-deprived at exactly the...
HGH – The Unknown Hormone Mention “hormones” or “hormone therapy” and most people will think of estrogen or testosterone. That’s not necessarily surprising. Estrogen and testosterone replacement have both been around for many years. But there are other hormones that...
Bone loss, also known as osteoporosis, is a common medical condition that afflicts both women and men as they age. In the United States, as many as half of all women and 25% of men will experience a bone fracture due to osteoporosis during their lifetime. Globally,...
Looking to include more superfoods in your diet? Allow us to introduce you to turmeric. While less commonly used in the United States, turmeric is a mainstay within Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cuisines. Its yellow color and mild flavor make it a great...
When someone asks how old you are, the answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think. It’s true that when someone asks this question, they’re probably asking about your chronological age. But there are three ways to assess age: Chronological Physiological...
How important is sex? Aside from being enjoyable, consider the many ways regular sex can benefit your health: Improved sleep Lower cardiovascular disease risk Lower blood pressure Stress relief Reduced prostate cancer risk for men Strengthened pelvic floor muscles and...
