Hormones are chemical messengers that tell your body what to do and when to do it. Scientists have identified over 50 bodily hormones that control a multitude of bodily processes. However, there are two main female sex hormones: progesterone and estrogen. At the heart of it, they work together to regulate the body’s reproductive processes.
The primary role of progesterone is to regulate a woman’s menstrual cycle (in tandem with estrogen) and to support a healthy pregnancy. Keep reading for a better understanding of what progesterone does in the body, as well as an overview of healthy progesterone levels.
Estrogen is a sex hormone necessary for both sexual and reproductive health. Learn what is estrogen – as well as signs that you have too little (or too much) of it.
Curious about the link between muscle mass and longevity? Our Denver personal trainer and functional fitness expert explain everything you need to know in this blog.
Fertility naturally declines with age, and even more rapidly after 35 years of age. Because more and more people are having children later in life, infertility is a growing reason that women and couples seek out treatment. Today’s blog post reveals why taking a holistic approach to infertility can benefit anyone struggling with infertility.
Around this time of year, many of us are prepared and even expect a cold and flu season. However, as we all know, this season is like no other that we have experienced in decades. With COVID-19 running rampant in our communities, extra precautions and safety measures are being taken. However, did you know that these precautions do not end with the basics, like face masks and social distancing? There are many ways to prepare your immune system to be at its best for fighting off viruses.
How many times have you been to the doctor and you feel as if you are not being heard and you leave without the answers to your questions? It is common to go to the doctor’s and feel like just another appointment on a full day. The root of your issue is not discovered, but you probably head home with a prescription to treat one of your symptoms that may or may not help, but almost certainly will come with less than desirable side effects. In the end, it's possible to end up feeling worse than when you started the process both physically and emotionally. For this reason, alternative approaches to medicine such as holistic healthcare have become more popular. You have a choice on how you take care of your body and to discover why western medicine may not be the best option out there.
When you start to plan and try for a baby, it can be both exciting and nerve wracking. Those who are hoping to get pregnant usually start to plan and daydream about the home they will raise their child in, the parks they will play at, family vacations, and more. However, what some people are not prepared for is fertility issues.
Advances in technology over the years have made Western Medicine the customary route when it comes to medical needs. Long gone are the days of “healers” misdiagnosing patients due to lack of technology and experience. However, technology and advancements are not always failproof. While scientists and physicians can better understand diseases, we as human beings are all still unique – we are not cookie-cutter cases.
