Testosterone is a hormone produced in the testicles in men and the ovaries and adrenal glands in women. It is a predominantly male hormone that regulates the development of sex characteristics, muscle and bone density, and it regulates sex drive, mood, and other processes. In women, it is released in small amounts and, together with […]

Hormones are chemical messengers in our body that carry directives to different organs, “telling” them what to do and regulating their functions. With the glands that produce them, they make up the endocrine system, which coordinates our metabolism, reproduction, growth, sleeping cycle, blood sugar, and many other biological processes. This article explains the symptoms and […]

From the onset of puberty to the end of their reproductive life, women experience hormonal changes. None of these changes happen overnight but take place over a period of years. A significant transitional point in a woman’s reproductive life is caused by a drop in estrogen levels, followed by the ovaries no longer releasing eggs. […]

With age, testosterone production declines, sometimes causing unpleasant physical and emotional changes. Low testosterone levels can also result from certain health issues. Today, many men seek testosterone therapy to restore normal levels of this hormone. But is it a suitable treatment for everyone with testosterone deficiency? This article explains how testosterone therapy works and weighs […]

Menopause is a significant turning point in a woman’s life and is characterized by an absence of menstrual bleeding. It is preceded by a period of several years, during which a series of symptoms affect a woman’s physical and emotional state. This transitional phase before menopause is called perimenopause. In this article, we explain what […]

How often a person feels the desire for sexual intercourse depends on many things and no two people are alike. Libido fluctuates throughout our lives but if a lowered desire for intercourse affects your wellbeing there are ways to improve the situation. Many things affect the desire for sex, from our physical and emotional well-being […]

Aging signs like fine lines and wrinkles, dry skin, decreased skin elasticity, and hair loss are also caused by changes in hormone levels. The good news is that you can rejuvenate your appearance with hormone replacement therapy. This article explains which hormones make people look older and how anti-aging hormone therapy can help restore a […]

Sometimes eating less does not translate to weight loss. Some people experience the frustrating situation of eating in moderation and still having excess fat. What causes this problem? Weight gain most often results from overeating, but it can also be caused by a hormonal imbalance. Hormones are molecules secreted by glands in the endocrine system. […]