Hormones articles Tag

Ghrelin and leptin: the hunger and satiety hormones.

at is the hormone of satiety? If snacking is the cause of your excess weight and you're looking to understand why you're always hungry, know that two hormones work together to regulate appetite. The hormone that sends a signal to our brain when we've eaten enough, called leptin, is the hormone of sa ...

18
Apr
2023

Endometriosis: 7 Things to Know About This Little-Known Disease

r rectum. These cells, which have the same characteristics as those of the uterine lining or endometrium, proliferate under the influence of ovarian hormones. They behave like the uterine lining under the influence of hormones: they multiply, bleed, and leave fibrous scars with each menstrual cycle ...

13
Mar
2017

Health: 5 tips to stimulate the vagus nerve

This nerve is the one of the key elements of the autonomic nervous system that regulates our breathing, heartbeat, digestion and the secretion of hormones in our body, without any action of our will. In what areas does it act? The vagus nerve is involved in several biological processes that ...

17
Feb
2022

Sport, nutrition, treatment: 5 tips for a healthy autumn

recommended to practice gentle group activities such as gentle gymnastics, yoga, Pilates, stretching, qi gong, or tai chi to release endorphins, the hormones of well-being, and feel both more relaxed and more energetic. 5- Enjoy nature Another way to recharge and rejuvenate is to reconnect with nat ...

18
Sep
2014

Fatigue, depression: what if you were lacking iodine?

Why is iodine an essential element? Iodine is an essential trace element for the production of thyroid hormones. These hormones are involved in the vital functions of our body, controlling and regulating our entire metabolism. Indeed, although the thyroid is a small gland, it is the conductor that ...

05
Nov
2015

What is the Ayurvedic diet?

nced, they may experience digestive health issues, fatigue, weight loss, insomnia, or anxiety. Pitta (fire and water): This dosha controls metabolism, hormones, and digestion. People with a pitta dosha often have an average build. When imbalanced, they may suffer from high blood pressure, heart dis ...

19
Nov
2019

15 foods to relieve stress

gurt is full of calcium and protein in addition to probiotics, you can't go wrong adding more to your diet. Salmon Stress can spike levels of anxiety hormones, such as adrenaline and cortisol. 'Omega-3 fatty acids in salmon have anti-inflammatory properties that may help counteract the negative effe ...

22
May
2020

Pink October: 5 misconceptions about breast cancer

ter and only about 40% of the risk factors can be acted upon. For example, it is known that it is best to avoid a diet high in animal fats, taking hormones after menopause, being overweight, alcohol and, to a lesser extent, smoking. A healthy lifestyle and regular physical activity have a prot ...

04
Oct
2021

To sleep well, follow your biological clock!

An alarm clock at a fixed time The first rule of following your body clock is to wake up at the same time every day. According to our internal clock, it is from 7:00 am onwards that the blood pressure starts to rise. The level of cortisol which is the hormone associated with waking up climbs whi ...

15
Sep
2022

What are the best plants for the prostate?

sule or plant extract form, rather than in herbal tea form, which may increase your urges at night. Nettle root contains lignans that mimic female hormones, but their effectiveness against BPH has not been scientifically proven. Finally, pumpkin seeds are known to reduce the volume of this gla ...

03
Oct
2022

Cardio boxing: 5 good reasons to start

n the air have the appearance of a dance choreography. But the physical effort is very real, which allows for the release of endorphins, the famous happiness hormones! This activity at the crossroads of a combat sport and a fitness class is more playful than traditional boxing and more accessible, ...

28
Mar
2023

Attention: stress makes you ugly!

g. The final reason why stress makes you look ugly is that this emotion causes abundant sweating. Under the influence of adrenaline and noradrenaline hormones, the body's thermoregulation is overwhelmed, which promotes excessive sweating. Sweating appears uncomfortably in the armpits, palms, or even ...

02
June
2023

World Bicycle Day: Why Pedaling is the Solution to Your Problems

Day, let us add that cycling makes you happy… and it is scientifically proven! Pedaling is an endurance outdoor activity that allows the brain to secrete happiness hormones: dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, and oxytocin. To motivate yourself to get on your bicycle, remember that your efforts wil ...

03
June
2024

Dietary supplements and cancer: 5 products to avoid

dent breast cancer, you must not take phytoestrogens. These molecules, naturally present in some plants like soy, have an effect comparable to female hormones, hence their name. In your case, phytoestrogens are contraindicated because they counteract the effect of your treatment. Dietary supplement ...

11
July
2024