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 Signs Of Menopause Understanding the common signs of menopause is essential for women navigating this natural phase of life. Menopause, often referred to as 'the change of life,' marks the cessation of menstrual periods and is characterized by a...
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Puberty At 9 Years Of Age? A Danish study, which examined 1000 girls in Denmark in 2006, suggests breast development now starts at an average of nine years and 10 months — a year earlier than in 1991 when a...
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What Is Metabolic Syndrome? You may well have heard a lot about metabolic syndrome, or syndrome X. But what exactly is Metabolic Syndrome? In 1988, a man called Gerald Reaven noted that several risk factors such as high cholesterol, high...
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What Is Hypoglycemia? Hypoglycemia means low blood sugar. Functional refers to the blood sugar stabilizing mechanisms not working correctly. Functional hypoglycemia often accompanies other conditions, especially those linked to prolonged stress or anxiety, including chronic fatigue syndrome and post-viral...
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These are the most commonly asked questions about adrenal fatigue.
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What Is Hyperthyroidism? 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...
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