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Normal estrogen levels

What are Normal Estrogen Levels? Testing, Symptoms & More

What is considered a “normal estrogen level”?  Did you know that weight gain can alter your estrogen levels?  Or that having low progesterone may mimic the symptoms of high estrogen?  Estrogen is an important hormone that fluctuates based on the day of the month and the age of the patient.  Learn more about what constitutes …

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The Complete Guide to Andropause + 5 Causes of Low Testosterone in Men

The Complete Guide to Andropause + 5 Causes of Low Testosterone in Men

What is male-related andropause? Is it even real?  These are the questions you may be asking yourself as you start to deal with low energy, decreased libido and weight gain as you age. Andropause is real and it is something that all men will deal with over time.  Properly diagnosing and addressing low testosterone is …

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your thyroid and pregnancy: everything you should know

Everything you Need to Know About Your Thyroid and Pregnancy

Pregnancy alters what is considered “normal thyroid function” in the body.  The changes that occur during pregnancy are, therefore, very important to understand if you have thyroid disease (or suspect you do).  This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about your thyroid and pregnancy including symptoms that indicate you might have …

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gluten intolerance testing: how to test for problems to gluten

Gluten Intolerance Test – Signs, Symptoms & When to Get Tested

Is it possible to be gluten intolerant but not have Celiac disease? Yes! And normal serum blood tests may miss this condition.  Removing gluten from certain people who are gluten intolerant may help reduce both intestinal and systemic symptoms.  Learn how to identify this condition by using the best gluten intolerance test and by combining …

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The Best Natural & Prescription Appetite Suppressants

The Best Natural & Prescription Appetite Suppressants

Suppressing your appetite is actually quite easy, but does that mean you should do it? Most people want to manage their appetite to help with weight loss, but did you know that too much caloric restriction can actually damage your metabolism? In this post, I discuss how to use the best natural and prescription appetite …

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5 Studied and proven benefits of Relora

5 Studied & Proven Benefits of Relora + Who Should use It

Are you suffering from stress, insomnia, anxiety, or intense food cravings? If so then Relora may be an answer to your problems.  Relora is a set of 2 distinct herbal remedies that have proven efficacy in treating multiple conditions.  These effects extend beyond targeting stress and may help with weight loss as well.  Learn the …

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7 Energy Supplements that Work

7 Energy Supplements That Work (& Why You Have Low Energy)

Low energy is a common and frequently ignored symptom that many patients suffer from.  Wouldn’t it be nice if you could take something to help increase your energy? While there isn’t a magical “energy supplement” that will cure your fatigue, there are many supplements that may help.  Learn more about targeting your supplements to help …

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Prebiotics vs Probiotics: Why you Need to use Both

Prebiotics vs Probiotics – Why you Need to use Both

Prebiotics vs probiotics – what is the difference and do you actually need both?  You may know that probiotics are important for intestinal health but did you know that prebiotics are just as important if not more important? Prebiotics act through different mechanisms but complement probiotics perfectly by increasing the effectiveness of both.  Learn who …

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The benefits of guggul extract

The Benefits of Guggul Extract on Thyroid Function, Weight Loss & More

Guggul extract is well known for its positive benefits and ability to treat various diseases in Eastern medicine.  Having said that, it doesn’t get the attention that it deserves over in Western medicine.  Guggul has been proven to provide powerful effects through clinical studies to promote weight loss, balance thyroid function, and much more.  Does …

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Top causes of elevated liver enzymes

Causes of Elevated Liver Enzymes: How to Lower ALT & AST

Elevated liver enzymes may act as a warning that something is damaging your liver and should never be ignored.  Learn what causes elevated liver enzymes, what symptoms you may present with, and more importantly how to treat this problem… Liver Enzyme Made Easy (AST & ALT) What are liver enzymes and what do they mean?  …

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