Category: hormones
Kisspeptin and Endocrine Regulation
Kisspeptin is produced in the hypothalamus, is an important hormone that starts the release of several other hormones. It stimulates the release of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) which then causes lutenizing hormone (LH) and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) to be released from the[...]
Nitric Oxide and Hormones
Nitric oxide is a signaling molecule that our bodies produce to maintain blood vessel integrity, appropriate oxygenation of tissues and metabolic health. Typically when we think of nitric oxide it is associated with cardiovascular health or erectile dysfunction. An article by Duckles et al.[...]
Estrogen Metabolism And EstroZone Clear
Estrogen is an essential hormone for optimal longevity in both men and women. It is crucial for bone health, cognitive health, skin and joint health and even cardiovascular health. Although we think of this hormone primarily with women, this hormone is also crucial for men.
5 Symptoms of Low Testosterone in Men
Here at The Hormone Zone, we understand that achieving and maintaining health is not a random act, that ebbs and flows, continuously out of your control. It has specific and causal reasons as to why it is in the state it currently resides. Our hormone doctors work directly with you to reveal those[...]
Immune Boosting: How Your Hormones Affect the Immune System
It’s normal for people to undergo changes in their body as they age but depending on the extent and the symptoms that can result. This doesn’t need to be something you have to live with if it brings you mental and physical discomfort. Depending on the signs and symptoms, you may be an ideal[...]
Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome
Acne, chin and chest hair, infertility, missed periods, and hair loss are symptoms associated with Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). This syndrome impacts 6-8% of women of childbearing age. Additionally, PCOS is common in females struggling with insulin resistance and obesity.
Sunlight Increases Testosterone & Sexual Desire!
Let There Be Light! So you can Go Forth and Multiply! Was that too much? Too Old Testament? Nah. It actually makes sense here. Read on...
Inflammation Hormone Connection
Inflammation is activated by an array of insults such as injury and foreign invasion by viruses and bacteria. What is less expected is the imbalance of hormones which can contribute to increased inflammation. Several hormones play a key role in the increase and decrease of inflammation. When out of[...]
Your Relationships, Testosterone, & The Power of Polarity
Opposites attract, right? When it comes to your intimate relationships, nothing could be more true. Remember when you first met? Remember the intensity that was present, the carnal need to be with that person, under any circumstance? That was the polarity created by each person individually[...]