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Articles and research about bioidentical hormones and natural hormone balance, how to use progesterone cream, managing menopause and PMS, including many articles by Dr. John Lee and other experts.
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News, articles, research, advice and opinion about bioidentical hormones, progesterone research, new insights on hormone balance, prescription alternatives advice, Buyer Be Aware warnings and much more…
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An alphabetized list of article topics ranging from bioidentical hormone replacement (BHRT) and hormone balance, progesterone cream and menopause, to anemia, heartburn and fatigue.
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My Latest Book has Hit the Shelves!
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, my latest book has hit the shelves. Co-authored with Jennifer Landa, M.D., The Sex Drive Solution for Women: Dr. Jen’s Power Plan to Fire Up Your Libido is a no-nonsense, information-packed guide for women in need of a libido reboot.
Too little salt also raises heart disease risk
It’s well-established that in overweight people, too much salt in the diet significantly raises the risk of heart attack and stroke. A new study shows that too little salt also significantly raises the risk of heart attack, stroke, and hospitalization for congestive heart failure.
Drugs most likely to send you to the ER
For people over 65 there is one group of drugs that is responsible for almost half of emergency room visits.
Do you have enough vitamin D to get you through the winter?
You can guess or you can test!
Give where it Helps
The holiday season is a time when millions of Americans make tax-deductible donations to non-profit organizations, but for many the question is, who to help? We all want to give where it helps most. In that spirit, here is a short list of suggestions for groups that are truly creating a better world.
Progesterone and Seizures - New research from NIH shows benefit
Finally a gold standard study of using progesterone to treat premenstrual seizures should silence the critics.
Natural Treatment for a Fever
In the Health Watchers News and Views, Philip Incao M.D. explains why fever is our friend and the ultimate detoxifier and cleanser, and what to do when your child has a fever.
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Pink or Blue? Boy or Girl?
This groundbreaking new test uses DNA to determine baby gender early.
HEALTH WATCH Q&As
Buyer be Aware – something stinks in the fish business
Q: I’m a big fan of Trader Joe’s and their frozen fish, but lately there’s been news about imported fish being toxic. Virginia, would you buy tuna from Thailand?
Does Progesterone Cream help Teens with PMS and Stress Symptoms?
Q: I am a retired RN and would like more info on use of progesterone cream to normalize cycles in teens. One thing I have discovered with both my girls (teens and 20s) is the great benefit progesterone has in the latter half of the cycle to normalize cycles when they are stressed.
Solutions for sitting too much
Q: I know that sitting too much is bad for me, but what’s a middle-aged gal to do? I go to the gym for an hour three times a week, and ride my bike on weekends, but I also commute 40 minutes each way to work, sit at a desk or meeting table most of the day and by the time dinner is over all I want to do is flop on the couch. Any suggestions? I’d also like to know whether sitting is worse for women than for men.
Most Popular Health Watch Stories
Why a Bit of Belly Fat is a Good Thing
Belly fat is the trendy new “no no” for women—everybody’s talking about it. But I beg to differ. For a menopausal woman, a little bit of belly fat is natural, healthy and put there for a purpose…
Birth Control Pill Safety
A list of birth control pill progestins by order of increased stroke risk.
Progesterone Cream or Pill - What's Best?
Progesterone cream works best for most hormone balancing, but the progesterone pill can be more effective for some symptoms.
Hormone Cream Transfer to Children, Partners and Pets
Testosterone gel is notorious for transferring to others. What about estrogen and progesterone creams?
Cortisol Levels, Thyroid Function and Aging
by Dr. David Zava
Original and useful information from Dr. Zava about the connection between stress, cortisol levels and thyroid function.
Vitamin D and Weight Loss
Find out about the synergy between vitamin D and weight loss.
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Vitamin D Test Kit
Every week new research comes out showing how essential vitamin D is to every aspect of health. This test is especially important for women who are pregnant or nursing, children, the elderly and those who don't get much sunshine.
Female Hormone Test - Blood Spot Profile I
This is the basic test for women to assess hormone balance. Includes estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, SHBG, DHEAS, cortisol.
Cell Phone Ladybug
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By far our most popular non-test product! A nifty little device that helps reduce cell phone radiation.
Hormone Balance for Men
A booklet by John R. Lee, M.D. available for download
The original and thought-provoking work by John R. Lee, M.D. about men's hormones, how men can use natural hormones for optimal health, causes of prostate cancer and more. A quick read, yet loaded with useful information and suprising insights about male hormones.
Male Hormone Test - Blood Spot Profile I
Overall assessment of male vitality, performance, and prostate health. Includes: estradiol, testosterone, SHBG, PSA, DHEAS, Cortisol.
HORMONE TESTING FOR MEN
Male Hormone Profile
Includes testosterone, SHBG, PSA, DHEAS, cortisol, estradiol
Make 2012 YOUR Year for Hormone Balance!
NEW TO BIOIDENTICAL HORMONES?
Read Natural Progesterone-An Overview. This article will give you a great introduction to natural progesterone, the building block for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), and will point you to more detailed articles.
Bioidentical Estrogen - How Much to Take and When
by John R. Lee, M.D.
A little bit of estrogen goes a long way. Dr. Lee explains which types of estrogen to use, in what forms and at what dose, for optimal hormone balance.
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HORMONE BALANCE MADE SIMPLE
Better mood, weight loss, younger looking skin, stronger bones, increased libido and relief from menopausal sypmtoms. These are just some of the benefits that can be achieved with hormone balance.
If you need a user-friendly guide to hormone balance, this is the book for you. A step by step program for hormone balance that's easy to follow.
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