Female sex hormones, or sex steroids, play vital roles in sexual development, reproduction, and general health. Sex hormone levels change over time, but some of the most significant changes happen during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause. In this article, we discuss the different types of female sex hormones, their roles in the body, and how they… Read More »
Easter will be here before we know it and many a parent will be bracing themselves for the upcoming sugar-fest. We know chocolate isn’t exactly a health food and Creme Eggs, with their sweet fondant centre, are particularly naughty (and delicious). But one mum has worked out EXACTLY how much sugar is contained in a… Read More »
Protein is important. In fact, it’s vital for building the body you want. Protein helps decrease hunger, builds and maintains muscle, fortifies your bones, improves brain function, aids your immune system, and can even pick up the kids from soccer practice if you’re strapped for time. We digested the past 25 years of nutrition knowledge,… Read More »
April showers bring May flowers, but a wet winter is just guaranteed to bring spring and summer bugs. Here’s how bad it’s about to get in your region. Courtesy National Pest Management Association After an overly wet winter across the United States, earlier-than-normal pest population explosions are expected in most areas of the country, as… Read More »
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For the last two years, Scott Gottlieb missed a lot of time with his wife and three daughters — back-to-school nights, school plays and parent-teacher conferences.