Hormones – Getting Your Balance Back
Sex and Menopause: The Unexpected Physical Changes
The unexpected physical changes that come with menopause may affect your sexuality. Sometimes sex can relieve tension and sometimes it can bring it on. For many women, vaginal dryness may be the first noticeable and disturbing experience of the menopause transition. This change alone can make sexual activities, especially vaginal penetration, uncomfortable and sometimes even painful. Some women may also experience changes in their sexual response which can greatly reduce sexual interest and desire. This may happen gradually or suddenly. How … [Cont...]
Was That A Hot Flash?
Characteristically, a hot flash also called hot flush, is a sudden feeling of warmth. Often followed by heavy sweating and then the chills. Sweating is usually confined to the chest, neck, face and head. However, some women experience excessive sweating under the armpits. Hot flashes are the most common symptoms associated with the natural progression of menopause. And if you've had one, the sudden wave of heat is unmistakable. You may experience an increased pulse rate and a sensation of rapid heart beating. Typically hot flashes last … [Cont...]
The Bone Builders Calcium and Vitamin D
Over 44 million Americans are affected by osteoporosis (porous bone) and osteopenia (low bone density). Although bones may seem like hard and lifeless structures, bones are living tissues that are like muscle. Bones respond to exercise and a healthy diet by becoming stronger. Bones make up our skeletons and provide structure and support for our bodies. Bones are also a storehouse for minerals that our bodies need, such as calcium. During a person's lifetime, the body constantly breaks down old bone (through a process called resorption) … [Cont...]
Lets Talk Thyroid
The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland, located below the Adam’s Apple in the neck. Your thyroid is one of the most important glands in your body. It controls the way you metabolize food, the way you use energy, lose and gain weight, how well or poorly you sleep, and much, much more. Two key hormones are triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) which help regulate oxygen in the cells and metabolism, including healthy weight. In the brain-thyroid loop, the hypothalamus in the brain releases thyrotropin-releasing hormone … [Cont...]
All About Your Adrenal Glands
The adrenal glands are often referred to as the stress glands or the fight-or-flight glands. No bigger than a walnut and weighing less than a grape, each of your two triangular shaped glands sits on top of a kidney. These powerful little endocrine glands produce numerous hormones that impact our development and growth, affect our ability to deal with stress, and to help regulate kidney function. Adrenal Function: The adrenal glands are compromised of two parts - The Cortex and Medulla both of which produce … [Cont...]
Perimenopause and You
Perimenopause is the phase before menopause actually takes place, when ovarian hormone production is declining and fluctuating, causing a host of symptoms. The signs and symptoms of perimenopause can occur 10 to 15 years before actual menopause occurs. Most women notice signs in the 45-55 age range but some women experience symptoms as early as 35. Are you experiencing any of the following symptoms: -Hot Flashes -Night Sweats -Irregular heart beat -Irritability -Mood swings, Crying about everything -Trouble … [Cont...]
Product Reviews – Top Picks
Understanding the Great Cholesterol Lie
About the Author: Dr. Dwight Lundell Dr. Dwight Lundell has an immense desire to keep you from being a statistic, he writes the truth about heart disease in his book, The Great Cholesterol Lie. Over his 25 year career Dr. Lundell has performed over 5000 heart surgeries. His first hand knowledge of heart disease could possibly save your life. If you or anyone you love is … [Cont...]
Naturapause-Natural Hormone Solution
NaturaPause: The Natural Hormone Solution For Men And Women was created by Naturopathic physician Dr. Holly Lucille and "Fit Over 40"author Jon Benson. The NaturaPause program uncovers what Dr. Lucille calls "the root causes" behind the symptoms associate with perimenopause, menopause, andropause, rapid weight gain, functional erectile dysfunction and constant fatigue. … [Cont...]
