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Is Hydrogen Sulfide the New Estrogen?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1098 implied HN points • 15 Jun 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Hormones Research Metabolism
  1. Hydrogen sulfide, a gas with signaling roles, may have estrogenic effects in the body.
  2. High concentrations of hydrogen sulfide can have toxic effects, while lower concentrations are essential for placental function.
  3. Research suggests that hydrogen sulfide could mimic estrogen's effects, potentially leading to various health issues.

My Iron Deficiency Protocol

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1078 implied HN points • 04 Jun 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Supplements Hormones
  1. Iron deficiency can manifest in various symptoms beyond anemia, including low sex hormones, fatigue, and hair loss.
  2. Optimizing iron levels can have significant impacts on hormone balance, immunity, and overall well-being, especially during aging.
  3. The iron deficiency protocol includes guidance on foods, supplements, inflammation management, and genetic factors to consider.

Will Longevity Diets Wreck Your Hormones?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1377 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Hormones Nutrients
  1. Certain diets can impact hormonal balance and potentially shorten lifespan if essential nutrients are lacking.
  2. Various diets were studied for their effects on kidney protection, with calorie restriction showing benefits.
  3. Hydrogen sulfide pathways play a role in kidney protection, but the diet impacts may have unintended consequences like affecting hormones and neurotoxicity.

Don't Waste Your Money on the Clearblue Menopause Journey Test

The Vajenda • 2024 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Menopause Testing Symptoms Hormones Therapy
  1. Menopause can be diagnosed clinically based on age, menstrual status, and symptoms, not through blood or urine tests.
  2. Hormone tests for menopause can be unreliable due to individual variations and do not determine when therapy should be started.
  3. Clearblue Menopause Stage Indicator test may not provide reliable results and consulting with a healthcare professional is still necessary.
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Vaginal DHEA and Oral Ospemifene

The Vajenda • 963 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Menopause Hormones
  1. Vaginal estrogen is the first-line therapy for genitourinary syndrome of menopause, but there are other options like vaginal DHEA and oral ospemifene.
  2. Vaginal DHEA and oral ospemifene are alternatives to vaginal estrogen, although there's no direct comparison on effectiveness.
  3. DHEA is a hormone produced during cholesterol conversion and serves as a prohormone for adult women.

Hormones Are Never In Charge

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1018 implied HN points • 26 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Hormones Nutrition Metabolism Supplements Medical Advice
  1. Hormones are not the primary cause of problems and are simply messengers between tissues.
  2. Hormones can be affected by factors like nutrient deficiencies, body fat levels, and energy metabolism issues.
  3. Addressing the root causes of hormonal imbalances through optimizing body composition, correcting nutrient deficiencies, and managing energy metabolism can be more effective than relying solely on hormone treatments.

Gut Bacteria on Steroids

Eat Shit and Prosper • 359 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Microbiome Hormones Antibiotics Sexual Health
  1. Gut bacteria play a big role in how our bodies handle hormones, like estrogen and testosterone. Antibiotics can upset this balance, which might affect hormone levels and overall health.
  2. The microbiome can recycle hormones that the body has already used, which helps them stick around for longer. When gut bacteria are disrupted, those hormones might just get wasted instead.
  3. Understanding and taking care of our gut bacteria can improve our health and hormonal balance. This might be especially important as we look for natural ways to address health issues.

Friday Q&A: urinary infections & incontinence; estrogen use in breast cancer patients; testosterone for women; & pelvic floor dysfunction

Are You Okay? • 299 implied HN points • 19 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Women's Health Cancer Hormones
  1. For urinary incontinence, exploring options like vaginal estrogen can be beneficial if other medications are not successful and may improve symptoms.
  2. Management of genitourinary symptoms in estrogen+ breast cancer patients requires careful consideration due to vaginal atrophy, but vaginal estrogen therapy may still be an option to explore.
  3. Seeking specialist assessment for pelvic floor anatomy and function, and considering pelvic floor physical therapy, can help address issues like weak pelvic muscles contributing to urinary problems.

Chapter 25: Science of Nutrition in Modern Health- Part 1

Spyderdoc Newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 09 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Metabolism Hormones Diet Food Science
  1. Our bodies need food for survival, but it's important to choose the right foods to stay healthy. Understanding what we eat helps us make better choices for longevity.
  2. Hormones like ghrelin and leptin control our hunger and fullness. These hormones play a big role in how much we eat and can affect our weight.
  3. The way we process food has changed a lot over time. Today, many people eat more sugars and processed foods, leading to overeating and weight gain. We need to be mindful of our eating habits and try to eat healthier.

This Hormone Cuts Your Alcohol Cravings in Half

Neuro Athletics • 12 implied HN points • 11 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Exercise Nutrition Mental health Hormones Addiction
  1. Intense exercise can boost a hormone called FGF21, which may help reduce cravings for alcohol. This means that working out could be a natural way to manage those urges.
  2. In studies with monkeys, FGF21 seemed to cut their alcohol intake by half. This shows promise for potential similar effects in humans, suggesting that exercise might play a role in reducing drinking habits.
  3. Overall, exercising isn't just about building muscle; it also helps your brain and may improve your cravings and mood. Finding ways to incorporate more exercise into your routine can bring unexpected benefits.

Friday Q&A: On Ozempic; Alcohol; Hormones & Breast Cancer; & How to Ask for Help

Are You Okay? • 119 implied HN points • 10 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Medication Weight Loss Hormones Mental health
  1. Ozempic is a useful tool for managing weight, but it's not a one-size-fits-all solution. Other treatment modalities should be considered alongside medication.
  2. The discussion around health effects of alcohol can be nuanced - not all recommendations apply universally to everyone.
  3. It's important to approach weight loss and health in a holistic way, considering various factors like societal, genetic, hormonal, behavioral, nutritional, and psychological influences.

Low libido, decreased energy, poor concentration, and depression.

Neuro Athletics • 25 implied HN points • 16 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Men's Health Hormones Symptoms Treatment
  1. Testosterone deficiency can lead to low libido, decreased energy, poor concentration, and depression.
  2. Factors contributing to the decline in testosterone levels among U.S. men include obesity, sedentary lifestyles, and exposure to external toxins.
  3. It is important to be aware of the potential implications of declining testosterone levels and seek medical advice if necessary.

Are Xenoestrogens Causing a Global Fertility Crisis?

Nothing Human is Alien • 2 HN points • 13 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Fertility Hormones Global impact
  1. Global fertility rates are rapidly declining across various regions of the world, indicating a potential crisis affecting human populations worldwide.
  2. Evidence suggests that environmental pollutants, particularly xenoestrogens, may be disrupting human and animal hormonal systems and contributing to fertility issues.
  3. Studies show a concerning decline in male testosterone levels and sperm counts, alongside instances of animals experiencing hormonal disturbances due to pollutants like atrazine and plastics.

Is a Sperm Toxin In Your Pancake Mix?

Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf • 3 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Toxins Reproductive Health Hormones Nutrition Environment
  1. Sodium aluminum phosphate is found in common food items like pancake mixes and affects male reproductive health.
  2. Aluminum-containing ingredients are linked to hormonal damage, brain inflammation, and diseases like Parkinson's.
  3. Aluminum is present in various products and activities, including cookware, vaccines, and geoengineering, impacting men's health.

Cholesterol Is the Precursor to All Steroid Hormones

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 27 Dec 08
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Hormones Biochemistry
  1. Cholesterol is the precursor to all steroid hormones.
  2. Steroid hormones derived from cholesterol include glucocorticoids, mineralcorticoids, and sex hormones with various functions.
  3. Pregnenolone is the hormone converted from cholesterol that acts as the precursor to other steroid hormones such as cortisol, aldosterone, testosterone, and estradiol.

The weight loss blocker checklist

Metabolic Repair • 0 implied HN points • 23 Aug 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Mental health Hormones Gut Health
  1. Hormonal imbalances, like thyroid issues and insulin resistance, can make weight loss very difficult. It's smart to get your hormones checked if you're struggling to lose weight.
  2. Gut health is super important for weight loss. If your gut isn't working well, it can lead to weight gain, so fixing gut issues can really help with losing weight.
  3. Sleep and mental health play big roles in weight loss. If you're not sleeping well or are stressed, it will be harder to lose weight, so focusing on these areas can be very beneficial.

Is Insulin Resistance Really Making Us Fat?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 18 Nov 10
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Metabolism Obesity Hormones Medical Research
  1. Insulin resistance is not the sole cause of obesity; leptin resistance plays a critical role in the development of obesity.
  2. Leptin is a hormone that influences appetite and energy expenditure; obese individuals often have high levels of leptin, indicating leptin resistance.
  3. Insulin resistance and leptin resistance can coexist, but genetic animal models suggest that leptin resistance may be a more significant factor in causing obesity.

016: Should You Do CrossFit on a Ketogenic Diet?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 25 Jul 16
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Exercise Performance Weight Loss Hormones
  1. A low-carbohydrate ketogenic diet can lead to weight loss and body fat reduction without sacrificing performance in certain types of workouts.
  2. The impact of a ketogenic diet on maximal performance in weight-lifting or sports involving short bursts of energy is still unclear and requires further study.
  3. Hormonal adaptations to a ketogenic diet may potentially have negative impacts on thyroid hormone, cortisol, LDL-cholesterol, and sex hormones, so it's important to consider these aspects.