Testosterone is an important hormone naturally produced in the human body. For both men and women, it can influence overall bodily health. Whether it is from a deficiency of hormones or an excess of hormones, there are clear physical and non-physical influences upon a person. What is Testosterone? Testosterone is an androgen hormone. It is […]
Could Testosterone Help to Stave Off Dementia in Women?
Susan Davis, Director of the Women’s Health Research Program at Monash University has conducted the first large, randomized, placebo-controlled investigation into the effects of testosterone on cognitive function in postmenopausal women. Results from the study show that testosterone therapy may protect women against cognitive decline. Post-menopausal women from the study on testosterone therapy showed a significant improvement in verbal […]
What Hormones Do I Need to Stay Healthy and Feel Great? Estrogen? Progesterone? Testosterone?
Estrogens: Estrone, and Estradiol Not all estrogens are created equal. Since 1930 over 100 synthetic estrogens have been developed. Many are more potent than the natural estrogens. The cancer-producing and heart-disease promoting effects of these new compounds are only beginning to be recognized in humans. Thank goodness the number of doctors in favor of using […]