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Too Much Anxiety and Worry Can Be Caused By Hormone Imbalance

Anxiety and worry can disrupt daily activities, and hormonal imbalances such as serotonin or cortisol may be the root cause. Fluctuations in estrogen can also cause heightened anxiety.  Therefore, it’s crucial to maintain regular hormone levels through lifestyle changes and medical assistance to preserve psychological well-being. How Estrogen Affects Anxiety and Memory in Women Harvard …

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Estrogen Overload: High Levels of the Hormone Can Cause Anxiety

Estrogen is a vital hormone that plays a central role in a person’s overall health and well-being. It is responsible for the development of female sexual characteristics and is also involved in the regulation of various bodily functions, including the menstrual cycle and bone density. However, like any hormone, estrogen can cause problems if there …

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Low Levels of Thyroid

How Low Thyroid Levels Affect Your Life

One of the most important endocrine glands is the thyroid. It is located in the neck below the thyroid cartilage or the Adam’s Apple, and next to the cricoids cartilage. A few essential bodily functions are performed by the thyroid gland, including making proteins, controlling energy use, and controlling sensitivity. Low levels of thyroid hormones Hypothyroidism is …

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Repairing a Hormone Imbalance to Protect Against Aging Diseases

A hormonal imbalance is something that can affect your body from head to toe. Depending on which hormones are out of balance, it can affect your ability to move with strength and agility and it can affect your mind – making it difficult to make important decisions wisely. Some people think that hormone imbalances are …

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No, You’re Not Losing Your Mind – Your Hormones Are Just Off

No, You’re Not Losing Your Mind – Your Hormones Are Just Off You might be someone who has noticed that you’re having trouble keeping your focus. You’re struggling to complete work at home or at the office. You feel overwhelmed and anxious, but can’t put your finger on why – since outwardly, nothing has changed. …

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Why I Use The DUTCH Complete for Comprehensive Hormone Evaluation

The Dutch Complete is a comprehensive hormone panel that I use to assess hormone imbalance in my patients in all stages of reproduction from pre-menopause to postmenopause. It is useful for women who have symptoms of:  The Dutch Complete is given to patients to take home where they take 5 samples of urine in less …

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