Overview More than 50 hormones have been identified in the human body, and each has a unique function. Your hormones are ...

Hormones like testosterone, cortisol, melatonin, and more directly influence men’s mood, energy, and sleep quality. Hormonal ...

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Estrogen vs. Progesterone: Key Menopause Hormones Explained Key ...

Drinking coffee, even in modest amounts, providing 80–120 milligrams (mg) of caffeine, can increase cortisol (the stress hormone) levels by up to 50% above baseline. This spike is temporary and tends ...

Pregnancy, menopause and hormone therapy may all impact a woman’s lipoprotein(a) level, challenging the mantra of the once-in ...

Many on social media are talking about something called "cortisol face." How real is it? (Itsbrookeelle/anci.social via TikTok) TikTokers have been blaming this spike ...

Bringing a baby into the world is a big deal. If you also have PCOD, things might get tougher after childbirth. You might feel more tired, and your mood swings and hormonal shifts might feel stronger ...

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Dr. Smith answers the question: 'Side Effects Once Hormone Therapy Ends?' March 16, 2009 -- Question: Will the side effects of hormone therapy go away after hormone therapy is stopped? Answer: The ...

UCSF researchers showed that estrogen can turn on pain signals in the gut, offering new insights into conditions like ...

Feminizing hormone therapy increases estrogen levels and decreases testosterone levels to induce traditionally female characteristics in the body.