Is it hot in here? BY: MARIE ROCHA-TYGH, [email protected] Hormones are the chemical “messengers” that travel through the bloodstream controlling bodily functions from growth to reproduction. When hormones are balanced, they promote overall wellness. When not functioning properly, hormones can wreak havoc, from hot flashes to mood...
Many Americans today dread “cardio” exercises for the monotony, the limited number of known types, and the stress it puts on different joints. With this backdrop, what are cardio exercises, and how can we shake them up? Cardiovascular exercises, or cardio exercises for short, are any...
As men age, we often experience low libido, a slow metabolism, loss of lean muscle mass, and weight gain. Many believe very little can be done to prevent or slow this natural aging process. Fortunately, recent advances in regenerative medicine now allow hormone specialists to utilize peptide hormones...
Women are not the only ones who struggle with the adverse effects of changing hormones as they age. Aging men also suffer from hormone deficiencies as they age. As men get older, men experience decreasing levels of androgen and testosterone in their bodies. Testosterone decline...
The latest craze in the weight loss space is the injectable diabetes medicine semaglutide. Is it a reasonable choice for people who do not have blood sugar problems but are overweight or obese and looking for help with losing weight? 70% of Americans are classified as obese...
Maintaining blood pressure in the normal range and keeping cholesterol in check keeps the blood supply to the brain as healthy as possible....
Both men and women will seek hormone replacement therapies when they are contending with hormone deficiency symptoms and recognize that these issues result from hormone deficiency or imbalance. That can be tricky since many signs are subtle or not easily recognized due to hormone deficiency. Women Most...
If you are struggling with hair thinning, it may be time to consider platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to restore your hair, improve thickness and boost your self-confidence. Causes of hair loss are variable and can range from stress, inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and environmental and genetic factors. Platelet-rich plasma is...
We all know sleep is important to our daily function and performance. Although this is true, many people don’t realize the larger picture of rest in the context of relationships, emotions, physical practices, and day-to-day scheduling. Let’s start with relationships. Draining yourself by continuously scheduling social...
Research shows that a high-sugar diet can lead to some severe health problems. While this may be common knowledge, many Americans do not know what types of sugars they should genuinely avoid. Most fruits contain plenty of sugar, but dieticians suggest eating a healthy amount...