Sex Hormone Synthesis
The sex hormones are typically broken up into two main groups: the “male” sex hormones and the “female” sex hormones, although both types of sex hormones are present in each gender, albeit at different levels. (more…)
List of Neurotransmitters – Functions and Diseases
Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that relay information throughout the brain and body. Of the more than 100 currently identified neurotransmitters, only a few have been shown to have broad reaching effects within the human brain.
Here is a brief comparison of the major neurotransmitters, accompanying functions and diseases associated with dysfunction. (more…)
How to Change
This is the time of year when many people think about the year(s) past and try to figure out how they what things to be different in the coming year(s). This usually revolves around how that person wants to be different – that is, how they can change their behavior and/or way of thinking to create the life that they want. (more…)
Sex Hormone Imbalances that Negatively Impact Weight Loss – Sex Hormone Imbalance #3: Low Estrogen – Part 3 of 3
During menopause, many women experience weight gain, especially in the hip and thigh area. This weight gain often occurs despite good dietary and exercise practices, is very difficult to lose and can be due to estrogen dominance. Alternatively, it can also be due to having too little estrogen, which can also lead to other symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, dry skin, vaginal dryness and irritability. (more…)
Sex Hormone Imbalances that Negatively Impact Weight Loss – Sex Hormone Imbalance #2: Low Progesterone – Part 2 of 3
As we stated in the first segment of this series, estrogen dominance can be caused either by too much estrogen (either from over production within the body or via hormone replacement) relative to progesterone or from too little progesterone production. We have discussed the effect of high estrogen levels associated with estrogen dominance in another series of posts. However, low progesterone levels also have several negative effects in regard to weight loss. (more…)
Sex Hormone Imbalances that Negatively Impact Weight Loss – Sex Hormone Imbalance #1: Estrogen Dominance – Part 1 of 3
Sex hormones, including estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone can have a major impact on overall health and well-being. Nowhere is this more obvious than in regards to weight loss, where sex hormone imbalances can make weight loss a frustrating and nearly impossible affair. In this 3 part series, we will explore some of the more common sex hormone imbalances that can negatively impact weight loss and greatly diminish a person’s quality of life. (more…)
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