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Our 4 Main Sex-Hormones - And Their Healthy Blood Levels
The topic of hormones comes up more-and-more.
There are different deteriorating disorders directly related to a deficiency in our hormone production. Dr. Eric Nager, MD lives in Baltimore, Maryland where he operates his own clinic in Functional Medicine, which is an interesting topic all by itself.
In this interview we focus on his experience dealing with patients from all walks of life and their inadequate hormone levels (Testosterone, DHEA, Estradiol, and Thyroid). His take is fresh and insightful, and it will definitely be helpful for you if you are worried about your own hormone levels.
Estradiol Levels Have Been On The Rise During the Last 50 Years.
Estradiol is a beautiful hormone both women and men produce. It has excellent benefits, but it needs to be in the right balance with progesterone (women) and testosterone (men).
During the last 50 years there has been an increase in environmental estrogens, which has cause disruptions in these balances. We owe it to ourselves to understand these hormones a little better.
SEX HORMONES Explained... With A Twist!
Men and women make the exact same hormones. However, Men produce more Testosterone and DHEA, women produce more Estrogens and Progesterone.
In order to live a long quality life, it's very beneficial to understand certain terminology and verbiage. Mitzi and Jacobus provide some of that here. You will become exited, you will feel empowered and hopeful to take more control over your health. Understanding how un(der)educated we've have all been in this life, this entertaining podcast will be an eye opener!