In this category you will find many articles relating to health conditions caused or affected by hormone problems. You'll learn about diet and lifestyle and how they relate to imbalances in your endocrine (hormone) system.
Do you feel bloated, angry, or simply not yourself? Hormone fluctuations could be to blame. Hormones are chemical "messengers" that influence the activity of your cells and organs. It's common for your levels to fluctuate throughout your life, such as before and during your period, throughout pregnancy, and during menopause. However, certain medications and health concerns can cause your levels to fluctuate.
Common menopausal symptoms include hot flashes that occur in about 60 percent of women (more at night), tiredness, headaches, palpitations, thinning hair, dry skin, low libido, sleep problems and vaginal dryness. The combination of these symptoms can cause anxiety or...
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According to the findings of a study conducted by Dr. Marcia Herman-Giddens, the typical age at which young women began experiencing signs of puberty in 1860 was 16.6 years. It was 14.6 in 1920, 13.1 in 1950, 12.5 in 1980,...
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Metabolic syndrome refers to a cluster of several known cardiovascular risk factors, including obesity, insulin resistance, high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure. These chronic symptoms are all interrelated and share underlying mechanisms and pathways.
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Hypoglycemia is a condition where your blood sugar (glucose) level is below the normal range. Your body's primary energy source is glucose. Hypoglycemia is frequently associated with diabetes management. It is essential to consume the right carbohydrates to overcome this...
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These are the most commonly asked questions about adrenal fatigue.
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When your thyroid gland generates too much of the hormone thyroxine (T4), you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). Hyperthyroidism causes your body's metabolism to speed up, resulting in common symptoms such as unexpected weight loss, fast or irregular pulse, perspiration, and...
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