Thyroid Thyroid is a of endocrine system located in the front of the neck that has two lobes, one on either side of the Larynx. Thyroid Hormones determine the body’s Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and responsible for the production and secretion of Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3) and T3 stimulate the production of energy (Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) in the Mitochondria of…
Progesterone is a Sexual Steroid Hormone secreted by the Ovaries, Placenta and in small amounts by the Adrenal Cortex and in males the Testes. Progesterone is a female hormone, which is a great factor for the regulation of ovulation and menstruation and excessive or prolonged bleeding during Menstruation) is often caused by sub-optimal Progesterone levels, in many female Low serum…
Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone and Anabolic steroid hormone and naturally occurring that produced by men’s testes. Men with high blood pressure may have low Testosterone as men with normal blood pressure. Low Testosterone may increase risk of type 2 Diabetes in men as Testosterone help blood sugar levels. Substance Enhance the Production or Function of Testosterone 1-…
Estrogen Estrogen is the primary Female Sexual Steroid Hormones is responsible for the reproduction for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and produced in the Ovaries and (to a lesser extent in males) the Testes. Estrogen may inhibit the rate of Bone loss that occurs during Osteoporosis by inhibiting the production of Interleukin 6 which in turn…
Bananas may lower Blood Pressure in High blood pressure patients (due to their high Potassium content and also by inhibiting the activity of Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE)). Bananas may strengthen and thicken the Gastric Mucosa and my alleviate Diarrhea and Constipation.Green, unripe Bananas may heal Duodenal Ulcers (65% of patients) and Gastric Ulcers (35% of patients). Bananas Contain – Amino acid (Cystine, Leucine, Lysine, Phenyalanine,…
Pomegranate is nutrient dense and a antioxidant rich fruit. The outer layer is not edible but the juice and the seeds inside are providing all the fruits health benefits. Pomegranates contain high levels of flavonoids and polyphenols, potent antioxidants offering protection against heart disease and cancer. A glass of pomegranate juice has more antioxidants than red wine, green tea, blueberries,…
Garlic is an herb and is a species in the onion genus, Allium its close relative includes the onion, Shallot, Leek, Chive and Chinese onion. Health benefits of Garlic1- May prevent abnormal Blood Clotting (by blocking the production of Fibrin and Thromboxane A2) (due to Ajoene, Allicin, Alliin, Adenosine and Quercetin of garlic).2- May improve the elasticity of Blood…
Omega-3 Fatty Acids also called omega-3 oil they play an important role in human physiology and diet. Three type of Omega-3 1– Alpha-LInolenic acid (ALA) Fund in plant oils edible seeds (walnuts, Flaxseed, Hemp….).2- Ecosapentaenoic Acid in marine oils ( fish, Krill, Eggs and certain Algae).3- Docosahexaaenoic Acid in marine oils ( fish, Krill, Eggs and certain Algae) .…
Homocysteine is a toxic , amino acid not used in protein synthesis, but is part of methionine metabolism. The amount of homocysteine in your blood is one of the best indicators of how healthy you are. 38% of elderly persons, both male and female, have elevated homocysteine levels. Homocysteine occurs from the relative lack of Methionine and Vitamin B12 in the diets of vegetarians people and…
Cortisol often called stress hormone, Cortisol a type of Adrenal Glucocorticoid Hormone (Corticosteroid) manufactured by the Adrenal Glands. Cortisol is much more than just a hormone released during stress. Understanding Cortisol and its effect on the body will help the balance hormone and achieve good health.Cortisol receptors present in every cell of our body, it affects many different functions in…
Osteoporosis is a condition where Bones become porous, brittle and less dense as a result of a loss of Bone mass. Bone loss accelerates to 3% – 5% per year for approximately five years, after which Bone loss continues at the rate of approximately 1.5% per year. Most often People with osteoporosis breaks their bones in the area like hip, forearm, wrist,…