Tag Archives: Neal Rouzier
Melatonin – A True Anti Aging Hormone
What is melatonin? Melatonin is a hormone that is derived from the amino acid tryptophan, which is a precursor for the neurotransmitter serotonin, which is catalyzed into melatonin. It is a small molecule that, unlike other hormones, does not need … Continue reading
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DHEA – Your Inner Warrior
An anabolic hormone Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), sometimes called the “Mother Hormone” because it can convert into all the other hormones, is secreted primarily by the adrenal glands. It leads to an anabolic or protein building state as opposed to a catabolic … Continue reading
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Progesterone – The Great Mediator
Progesterone’s role Progesterone is estrogen’s partner. It is secreted primarily in the ovary after ovulation and is responsible for promoting implantation of the embryo and maintaining pregnancy. It is the major hormone of pregnancy. During a woman’s menstrual cycle estrogen … Continue reading
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Estrogen – A Hormone Much Maligned
Estrogen – The female hormone Estrogen is a hormone familiar to most everyone. It is what makes us female. It makes women have soft skin and curves, high lilting voices, and breasts. It has over 400 functions in the body … Continue reading
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Hormone Misinformation
The recent New York Times article (click here) regarding the Million Women Study and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) adds another layer of confusion for women. I would like to provide some clarification by looking at the medical literature and analyzing what … Continue reading
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