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Do you wake up feeling tired, even after a full night’s sleep? Are you sleepy during the day? Do other members of your household complain about your snoring? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you may have sleep apnea. Many people suffer from sleep apnea and don’t know it. In fact, an […]

Hormone replacement therapy has been used to alleviate menopause symptoms since the early 1960s. During that time, numerous studies have researched the benefits versus risks of hormone replacement. The result has been a pile of useful information, but also a lot of misinformation. Every woman considering HRT should know the facts, so she can make […]

Trace elements are vital for your health and wellbeing. But humans only need them in extremely small amounts. Nutrients like iron, copper, selenium, and fluoride are examples of trace elements that are likely familiar to you. Boron, on the other hand, may be less familiar. And yet…this particular trace element is critical for everything from […]

Your immune system has amazing abilities. It protects your body from viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens. It even remembers the invaders it has defeated in the past…so it can stop them faster the next time they attack. But did you know that a strong immune system depends on properly balanced hormones? Let’s consider for a […]

Estrogen replacement has a well-documented track record when it comes to combatting the symptoms associated with menopause, including: Weight gain Hot flashes Vaginal dryness Fatigue Mood swings and depression Memory loss Osteoporosis But estrogen alone isn’t the answer. It turns out that estrogen by itself has the potential to do as much harm as it […]

We all know that sleep is important. But just how important is it? Well…consider how negatively one single event effects everyone in the United States each year. We’re talking about something that results in almost everyone being sleep-deprived at exactly the same time: Daylight Savings Time. Specifically, the change in time that occurs every spring […]

HGH – The Unknown Hormone Mention “hormones” or “hormone therapy” and most people will think of estrogen or testosterone. That’s not necessarily surprising. Estrogen and testosterone replacement have both been around for many years. But there are other hormones that are critical to an optimally functioning body. One that is powerful but seldom discussed is […]

Bone loss, also known as osteoporosis, is a common medical condition that afflicts both women and men as they age. In the United States, as many as half of all women and 25% of men will experience a bone fracture due to osteoporosis during their lifetime. Globally, it’s estimated that a fracture related to bone […]

Looking to include more superfoods in your diet? Allow us to introduce you to turmeric. While less commonly used in the United States, turmeric is a mainstay within Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern cuisines. Its yellow color and mild flavor make it a great substitute for saffron, and it gives curry powder its distinctive color. […]

When someone asks how old you are, the answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think. It’s true that when someone asks this question, they’re probably asking about your chronological age. But there are three ways to assess age: Chronological Physiological Cognitive These last two ways of assessing age compare your physical and cognitive health […]