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The Good and Bad of Cholesterol Dr. Claire Arcidiacono, ND Cholesterol is a topic that gets plenty of attention. Atherosclerosis is another topic that gets a lot of attention. But what are these things? What is the relationship between them? And perhaps most importantly …
HORMONES: HOW THEY IMPACT MEN’S HEALTH
By: Allie Might, FMC, INHC, ATT
When it comes to men’s health, it’s best to start at the beginning….HORMONES. While there are a long list of hormones, lets focus on a three of the most commonly talked about….Testosterone, DHT and Progesterone….and how they affect men.
Testosterone is the hormone that always seems to come to mind when one thinks of male hormones. Testosterone is responsible for such male characteristics like muscle mass, fat distribution and facial/body hair. It also manages libido (sex drive) and the production of sperm. If you notice issues arise such as, but not limited to, decreased endurance, decreased muscle mass, loss of body hair, decreased libido or erectile dysfunction, you may have low testosterone. This can also contribute to fertility issues when trying to conceive. If you suspect this, you should make an appointment with your doctor to discuss having a hormone panel done.
Dihydrotestosterone, or DHT, is the hormone that is commonly linked to hair loss in men (male pattern baldness). Male androgenetic alopecia, or male pattern baldness, is the common and progressive form of hair loss that many men experience. As testosterone is made in the body, some of it converts into DHT, which has been shown to attach to hair follicle receptors. According to an article from Medical News Today titled ‘Everything You Need to Know about DHT’, the more DHT that has been converted, the more likely it will attach to follicles and ultimately cause hair loss.
Progesterone is one of those hormones that most have heard of, but really don’t know too much about its function. This hormone works similar to testosterone as it’s the precursor and it also helps to balance estrogen. In the article ‘Progesterone: The Forgotten Hormone in Men?’ from the National Library of Medicine-National Center for Biotechnology Information, its discussed that progesterone is necessary for sleep, the immune system, cardiovascular system and respiratory system. Progesterone receptors isoforms are also a factor when evaluating prostate pathology. This is important when a doctor is ruling out or diagnosing prostate cancer.
When considering supplements to support health male hormone levels or men’s health issues, a few come to mind. These include, but are not limited to, L-Arginine, Saw Palmetto and Maca Root.
L-Arginine is helpful as it has been shown to open dilated blood vessels. According to The Mayo Clinic, this nutrient would be helpful for those with erectile dysfunction, angina and high blood pressure.
Saw Palmetto is commonly associated with prostate health, however, in clinical trials sited in ‘Natural Hair Supplement: Friend or Foe? Saw Palmetto, a Systematic Review in Alopecia’ from PubMed, we see that it had a significant improvement on hair loss and hair quality. This is an ingredient in the Hair Enhance Hx.
Maca Root can is many peoples go-to when looking to increase libido. However, according to ‘Efficacy and Safety of Maca (Lepidium meyenii) in Patients with Symptoms of Late-Onset Hypogonadism: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial’, maca has shown to increase testosterone levels.
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https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15603-low-testosterone-male-hypogonadism
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The Wonders of Veins Hx! Dr. Claire Arcidiacono, ND For our product spotlight I wanted to pick one of my favorites for circulation. This formula is called Veins Hx! Veins Hx is a formula made of a combination of vitamins and extracts that studies …
ANTI-AGING AWARENESS: MY GO-TO RECIPES by: Allie Might, FMC, INHC, ATT September is Anti-Aging Awareness month, so I thought this would be a great time to discuss this topic. So many things fall under anti-aging, such as eye health, brain health, heart health and …
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Invite Health Podcast, Episode hosted by Jerry Hickey, Ph.
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In the past year, anxiety has been rampant, likely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, political issues and more. Anxiety is an apprehensive uneasiness or a fear of a future event. People with clinical anxiety disorders frequently have intense and persistent worry. They fear about everyday situations, including leaving the house, crossing a bridge, walking near water or whatever else it might be. This fear can reach a peak within minutes and that’s called a panic attack. Anxiety and panic interfere with everyday activities, including one’s job, relationships and quality of life. These clinical diagnoses are given when the fear is unproportionate with the danger and lasts a long time.†
There are natural helpers that can help people with anxieties and fears. Rhodiola rosea, often called viking ginseng, is an herb that has been studied for its impacts on anxiety, stress and other mood symptoms. One study done at the University of Surrey in England reported that mildly anxious people taking rhodiola twice a day for two weeks experienced a big improvement in their anxiety and symptoms of stress.†
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L-Theanine is an amino acid that comes out of the tea plant and can be soothing. Many human clinical trials have shown that this nutrient can have a calming, soothing effect without putting you to sleep. It can actually help you focus. It helps to remove some of the noisiness in the brain.†
Studies have also shown that fish oils may help to impact mood. They are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and have been shown to fend off inflammation in the brain, which can help to improve symptoms of depression. In America, people get more omega-6 fatty acids, which may actually increase inflammation in the brain. This overload of omega-6s and lack of omega-3s can lead to problems with the brain like depression, anxiety and stress, as well as problems with the immune system and other parts of the body.†
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In this episode, Jerry Hickey, Ph. explains what anxiety is, as well as the symptoms that are frequently associated with it. He also discusses various nutrients that have been studied for their ability to help with symptoms of stress and anxiety. Hear more of what Jerry has to say in Part 2 of this podcast, coming soon!†
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