January is National Thyroid Awareness Month which aims to spread awareness on how to care for the thyroid. If you’re suffering from hypothyroidism, there are a variety of methods to reduce hypothyroidism symptoms and support thyroid function. Nutritious foods, supplements and hormone therapy can provide natural solutions to balancing thyroid hormones. What is the …
Hormones are the chemical messengers in your body that regulate processes such as digestion, detoxification and reproduction. Hormones that cause stress include cortisol, adrenaline and norepinephrine. Hormones that energize and elevate joy include dopamine, serotonin, endorphins and oxytocin. If your mood feels like a roller coaster lately, your hormone levels may be imbalanced. There are …
When we’re feeling stressed and overwhelmed, we often reach for comfort food to lift our spirits. Treats and snacks that are high in sugar and saturated fat may provide a temporary mood boost, but can cause crashes and lethargy later. Chronic consumption of junk food can lead to obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. 2020 …
The new year is a great time to review your diet and weight loss habits. If you’d like to lose weight and feel more energized, changing your daily eating patterns can significantly improve your overall health. According to the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) data brief], the prevalence of obesity has increased from 30.5% …
