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How to Use Testosterone Supplements to Boost Levels Naturally

How to Use Testosterone Supplements to Boost Levels Naturally

Testosterone is critical to the maintenance of health and overall quality of life for both men and women.  Because of its role in regulating muscle mass, weight and mood it is no wonder that supplements designed to increase testosterone have emerged on the market.  But the question remains: Is it all hype or is it …

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hormone testing how to test all of your hormones

Hormone Testing: How to Test your Sex Hormones, Thyroid & More

Are you suffering from symptoms that you KNOW are related to your hormones? This guide will walk you through hormone testing and includes a discussion about each major hormone system, the symptoms associated with each hormone system, and which tests you need to ask for in order to get proper testing. Let’s jump in:  Hormone …

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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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5 Tips to find the best multivitamin for both men and women

5 Tips to Find The Best Multivitamin For Men and Women

Multivitamins are supposed to have all of the necessary nutrients that your body needs to function optimally all in one (or a few) capsules.  They sound great in theory, but are they really as good as they sound? It depends! There are absolutely some people who should consider using a multivitamin each day, but in …

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the complete hypothyroidism user guide for patients

The Complete Hypothyroidism User Guide for Patients

If you’ve been diagnosed with hypothyroidism or you suspect you have hypothyroidism then this is the post for you.  The world of hypothyroidism can be a confusing and conflicting place.  Learn all of the updated information relating to hypothyroidism treatment and management in this guide with references to the newest scientific research and studies.  This …

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The full list of estrogen dominance symptoms and 5 common causes

The Full List of Estrogen Dominance Symptoms & Causes of High Estrogen

You don’t have to be menopausal to experience the symptoms of estrogen dominance and you don’t necessarily even have to have high serum estrogen levels either.  Many women, though, may begin to experience issues relating to hormone imbalance as early as their late teens or early twenties.  If these imbalances are not addressed they can …

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the stress, cortisol, and weight gain connection

The Stress, Cortisol and Weight Gain Connection (& How to Stop it)

Can too much stress increase cortisol and lead to weight gain? The answer is a definite yes.  Stress influences multiple systems in the body and may lead to the dysregulation of one of the most important hormones in your body – cortisol.  Learn more about the influence stress has on cortisol and other hormones in …

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Do Cortisol Blockers Actually Work for Weight Loss

Do Cortisol Blockers Actually Work for Weight Loss?

You can tell by the title of the article that cortisol blockers may actually not be as effective as you would hope… We all know that excess cortisol can lead to weight gain so the idea of “blocking” cortisol may sound enticing as a potential weight loss treatment.  But does it actually work? Well, not …

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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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Benefits of Chromium Picolinate for Weight Loss, Diabetes & More

Benefits of Chromium Picolinate for Weight Loss, Diabetes & More

This post will help you understand the amazing and potential benefits of using Chromium picolinate for weight loss, depression, appetite regulation, and for treating insulin resistance, and also how to use it safely and effectively. Chromium is an essential mineral that helps regulate the metabolism of very important macromolecules in your body.  Chromium deficiency may …

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