Hormones that Contribute to Exercise Pt. 1
The endocrine system is not an unfamiliar subject. It is responsible for the production of hormones. Regular exercise can affect the production of hormone levels in our body which are responsible for muscle growth and tissue repair. What are Hormones? Hormones are...
Sleep and Hormones
The body is a complex structure that cannot be replicated. It happens to be one of the few things in the world which can also be immensely unpredictable. It is important for us to understand it better and constantly update our knowledge about it. The body is strongly...
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals & Where We Are Exposed to Them
Many people go to great lengths to protect the health and safety of themselves and their loved ones. These efforts often include things such as buying safer cars, better home security systems and eating healthier foods. These efforts are well and good, but what if...
Fixing Your Metabolism Through Sleep
These days, people consider sleep to be a luxury. They take pride in staying up all night in order to complete various tasks. However, sleep deprivation can have a number of negative consequences on your health. It can also slow down your metabolism. When you are...
Headaches and Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is one of the things that can cause headaches. The thyroid is a gland that is located in the front of the neck. It regulates metabolism and energy. There are several things that can cause hypothyroidism including Hashimoto's autoimmune thyroiditis. This...
Teenagers At Greatest Risk for Endocrine Disruption from Chemicals
A recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism shows that teens aged 12-21 are more susceptible than the general population to environmental contaminants that affect the thyroid. These contaminants are potentially harmful for the...
The Hormone’s Role in Puberty
When it comes to puberty, hormones are the key players calling the shots. In fact, if it weren’t for hormones, puberty would never be initiated in the first place. All the changes that happen to our bodies during puberty can be linked back to hormones. In fact, there...
How Yoga Affects Your Endocrine System
The endocrine system plays a crucial role in maintaining the body's balance in metabolism, growth, sexual development, mental processes, sleep cycles and much more. Hormones secreted by various glands in the endocrine system can begin functioning irregularly due to...
Diabetes Overview and Treatment Plans
Approximately 20 million individuals in the US are afflicted with diabetes, a lifelong condition for which there is currently no cure. Often referred to by doctors as “diabetes mellitus,” the term simply means that the body either produces no insulin or not enough...
Balancing Hormones Through Food
One of the most important things we can do for our bodies is to keep hormone secretion in check. Hormones play a part in almost every function within the body. Fortunately, if your hormones are off, there’s a way to take care of it. The easiest and most effective way...