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does progesterone cause weight loss or weight gain?

Does Progesterone Cause Weight Gain or Weight Loss?

When you think of progesterone most of us are conditioned to think that it causes weight loss.  But the truth is that progesterone can cause both weight loss and weight gain, depending on the situation of who is using it. Not only that but how you take progesterone and at what dose may determine if …

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How to use Berberine to boost weight loss

How to use Berberine to Boost Weight Loss, Lower Blood Sugar & More

Berberine might just be one of the best supplements you’ve never heard of.  Through its powerful effects on insulin and an enzyme called AMP kinase, berberine makes weight loss easier by lowering blood sugar and reducing insulin.  Its effects on these systems are so strong that it has been compared to pharmaceutical medications (but more …

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the best t3 supplements and t3 medications

T3 Supplements vs T3 Medications: How & When to use Them

Are you looking to boost your T3 thyroid hormone levels? Maybe you know that T3 is responsible for managing your energy levels, or maybe you know how important it is for your metabolism.  Either way, there are several T3 supplements that you can use to increase serum T3 levels.   Use this guide to help …

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3 Reasons to use Organic Protein Powder + Which one to use

3 Reasons to use Organic Protein Powder + Which one to use

Using protein powder can act as a powerful supplement to help improve gastrointestinal function, promote weight loss, and normalize appetite.  Most people are very familiar with protein powder and have been using it daily for years! But are all protein powders created equal? Not by a long shot.  It turns out that the best protein …

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how hyperthyroidism causes weight gain

How Hyperthyroidism Can Lead to Weight Gain & What to do about it

Hyperthyroid patients can and do gain weight! You are NOT crazy if this is happening to you and it can be explained perfectly with science.  Believe it or not, weight gain in hyperthyroid patients is actually quite common with reports showing as many as 50% of patients who deal with this particular issue. We need …

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7 Powerful benefits of B12 shots

7 Powerful Benefits of B12 Shots you Probably Didn’t Know

Whether you realize it or not, B12 is a critical vitamin involved in very important processes in your body like energy production and metabolism.  It’s currently estimated that as many as 20% of people in the US have B12 deficiency or suboptimal B12 (1) levels in their bodies.  This means that as many as 1 out …

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Does CLA Really Help with Weight Loss: 5 Proven Benefits

Does CLA Really Help with Weight Loss? 5 Proven Benefits

CLA is an extremely well-studied supplement that has been shown to help with weight loss and metabolic function.  CLA works by modulating your appetite, increasing the amount of energy that you consume, and by preventing your fat cells from getting bigger.  Learn more about how to use this fatty acid safely and correctly for weight …

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5 ways saxenda help with weight loss

5 Ways Saxenda Helps with Weight Loss & How to use it Safely

Saxenda might be one of the best weight loss medications that exist on the market right now.  But just because it might work doesn’t mean it’s necessarily right for your body. Saxenda works because it alters many hormone systems in your body that tend to interfere with your appetite, metabolism, and even other hormones.  In …

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Checklist of Thyroid Symptoms in Women

Checklist of Thyroid Symptoms in Women + What to do About it

Do you think that you have the symptoms of hypothyroidism? I’m talking about symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, menstrual irregularities, and hair loss.  All of these symptoms and more may be caused by your thyroid.  The problem? Standard lab tests and conventional treatment don’t necessarily help alleviate the symptoms of this hormone imbalance.  Learn …

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