Testosterone is an androgenic hormone that occurs in humans and other animals and plays a key role in multiple physiological processes. While often considered a ‘male’ hormone, testosterone is produced…
There is a reason why hypertension is called the ‘silent killer’ – most people are not aware they have high blood pressure, or they do not have symptoms.
Chronic high…
Do you know your blood pressure and how to measure it against a blood pressure chart?
Would you know if you had dangerous blood pressure levels?
What changes would you…
‘Once you get over the shock, the real question is this: how do you want to live whatever time you have left?’
A cancer diagnosis is a traumatic event in…
Are you concerned about infertility? While often considered a ‘female-only’ issue, statistics indicate that infertility affects an increasing number of men.
Several studies have reported decreases in sperm counts in…
Hormones have become a hot topic of debate in recent years, and you’ve likely encountered all kinds of conflicting information regarding their impact on health and fitness. No doubt you’ve…
Does eating fat burn more fat? Will stopping eating before 6pm magically prevent us from gaining weight? Is Weight Watchers witchcraft or a waste of time?
These are just a…
Key Takeaways
Researchers identify that scientific studies need to better account for gender differences, as factors like the menstrual cycle, concentrations of hormones, and contraceptive drugs all play roles in…
Ever stepped on the scale after a few extra carbs and seen your weight spike? Or wondered why you gain a few pounds in the run-up to your period? It’s…