The Latest Breaking News from Hormones

Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in the blood, essential for building cells and producing hormones. However, high levels of LDL ("bad" cholesterol) can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease. HDL ("good" cholesterol) helps remove excess cholesterol, promoting heart health.

Matching your workout to your period phase works for some, but not me.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects women during their reproductive years, disrupting the normal functioning of the ovaries. This condition leads to a range of symptoms, including irregular periods, excess hair growth, and fertility problems, all caused by the overproduction of androgens (male hormones). According to…

A month-long study of a man's brain revealed that its volume consistently shrunk over the course of each day and then reset overnight.

Some minor health conditions are easy to brush off. But for these people, they turned out to be symptoms of a much more severe illness. The post 70 Innocent Symptoms That Led To Alarming Medical Diagnoses first appeared on Bored Panda.

How we coped when menopause and puberty clashed in the family - mums share their stories

Who would have thought overthinking could be linked to hormones? If you're a serial overthinker, here's which hormones could be the cause, and what to do about it.

Hormones play a massive role in regulating functions of the body, we will be focusing on what happens to women in three pivotal stages of their lives. Hormones like estrogen, progesterone and testosterone have a crucial effect on maintaining physical and mental health. Throughout phases of a woman's life—such as…

Numerous studies have demonstrated that diet is one biological factor that can significantly influence the risk for symptoms of depression and anxiety.

"Mental health treatment strategies should target every risk factor, including nutrition"

The proverbial “sugar high” that follows the ingestion of a sweet treat is a familiar example of the potentially positive effects of food on mood.