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What Is Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy?

Our hormones maintain the chemical balance in the body. The menstrual cycle in women triggers the production of some important hormones like estrogen, progesterone and testosterone. When the ovaries stop functioning, whether due to age (menopause) or due to surgical removal, there is a cessation in the production of these vital hormones. Accompanying physiological changes include osteoporosis, vaginal dryness, hot flashes, insomnia, irregular periods, loss of libido, and poss…

Menopause and Bioidentical Hormones

Ever since the World Health Organization (WHO) released it’s findings regarding traditional hormone replacement therapy (HRT), women have been looking for alternatives. Suzanne Somer’s book, The Sexy Years, introduced many of us to the term “Bioidentical hormone.” Find out what they are and whether you should be researching them further as an alternative treatment to menopause symptoms.

Progesterone to help balance hormones

Take Progesterone to help balance estrogen in the body and reduce hot flashes.

13 Signs Of Hormone Imbalance That Most Women Ignore

Hormone imbalance is widespread in the female population: as many as 80% of women experience it during their lifetimes. But women mustn’t be blamed for ignoring the symptoms of hormone imbalance. They can be extremely confusing, even for medical doctors, and often creep up on a person so slowly that it’s difficult to discern if

Sleep, Moods, And Aging Gracefully: How Hormone Imbalance Affects Women’s Health

We all have to cope with gray hair and wrinkles at some point. But some of the hormone-related symptoms of aging can become problematic as you reach and move through the more senior years of your life. Women are used to dealing with moving through shifts in their bodies: they go through menstrual changes every

How To Overcome The Fear Of Personal Transformation

Many people feel insecure when they think about making changes to their lives. And this fear and insecurity often stop people from transforming their personal characteristics and building self-esteem. But the fear of change then is often an illusionary state of mind. In order to be really successful in life, it’s important to challenge your fears

How To Use Exercise And Healthy Eating To Build Strong Self-Esteem

A lack of activity and discipline is affecting our country. It has caused many people fail to exercise and eat healthily. Scientists and many other experts are working harder at finding the cause of the problem, but in the meantime, they are coming up with ways to fight the ongoing battle that is robbing many

Depression In Women

Your sex is a factor in determining whether or not you’re more at risk of developing depression. Women are twice as likely as their male counterparts to suffer from this form of mental illness, according to the figures, though the numbers may also reflect the fact that men don’t feel as comfortable asking for help. Another

How To Attack Anxiety And Depression Naturally

Many who suffer from anxiety and depression take medication to relieve their pain. Doctors may prescribe antidepressants, tranquilizers and sleeping tablets for your condition. But there are healthier alternatives that can be used in attacking anxiety and depression. Exercise is extremely important for many reasons, but even more so if you suffer from emotional stress.

Yes! A Gluten-Free Diet Can Help With Weight Loss And Chronic Pain Management

Many people lose weight when they begin eating a gluten-free diet. If you have glucose intolerance, you may lose weight because your body can process the food better, but you may also lose weight even without the intolerance. But along with weight-loss, a gluten-free diet can also help to reduce inflammation in the body and

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