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St. John’s wort is a type of perennial plant native to Europe. This herb is prized for its medicinal properties. St. John’s wort contains powerful antiviral and anti-inflammatory agents. It is used to heal a wide range of diseases caused by internal and external inflammation. St. John’s wort is also used to treat a variety of mental disorders, particularly depression. …

The human chorionic gonadotropin or HCG diet is a type of weight loss program that utilizes hormones to shed unwanted weight. The HCG hormone is typically used to boost fertility and pregnancy. This hormone is produced by the pituitary gland and is present in men and women.  The hormone works by re-distributing stored fat to other parts of the body. …

Hormone therapy is an important part of transitioning from one gender to another. Hormones are different chemicals produced by a system of body glands. The hormones are released and absorbed directly into the bloodstream, triggering chances that define male or female characteristics. For example, male hormones will trigger changes in the male body. The male hormone testosterone will activate the …

Of all dairy products, milk is the most popular. It’s a staple in most households. Even the majority of health experts recommend drinking milk regularly because it’s a part of a healthy diet. But a growing number of health experts are pointing to the contrary. One study found that consumption of milk could actually increase fractures in women and decrease …

Every day we expose ourselves to chemicals that cause sickness. Worse, most of these toxins are found in the home. According to the Environmental Working Group and the Keep-A-Breast Foundation, there are 12 toxic compounds found in our homes that cause hormonal imbalances. These toxins could cause reproductive problems, metabolic disorders, cancer and other health problems. To keep the family …

Did you know nature is the largest drugstore in the world? Unlike conventional drugs, herbal remedies have been used for thousands of years. In fact, herbal medicine is the foundation of modern medicine! Unfortunately, herbal medicine usually takes a backseat when compared with conventional drugs, which is a shame since herbal remedies offer lots of health benefits. Still not convinced? …

Did you know the body has its own natural defense against weight gain? And that if you’re able to maximize this hormone, you can achieve a slender frame naturally and for the long term? This hormone is called leptin. Ironically, leptin is produced by fat cells. It works to control the body’s metabolic rate, hunger and energy expenditure. To understand …

When you lose a lot of weight, clothes fit better. You feel lighter, stronger, and healthier. But the changes you feel aren’t just skin-deep. There is more to losing weight than being more confident about your body! The body’s biological makeup literally changes for the better too! In today’s post, we are listing down the amazing changes within your body …

As women age, the delicate balance of hormones become disrupted. This could be caused by a number of things such as stress, poor diet, thyroid issues, and age. Usually, hormonal imbalance is caused by menopause in aging women. This occurs because of a drop in estrogen and progesterone in the bloodstream. This leads a series of discomforts including night sweats, …