by kentonbruicemd | Nov 6, 2022 | Hormones
The three main estrogens produced by the human body are estrone (E1), estradiol (E2), and estriol (E3). Estrone accounts for 10% of the circulating estrogen in a reproductive female. Estradiol and estrone can be converted to one another in the body by enzymes. In... by kentonbruicemd | Nov 6, 2022 | Hormones
Hormones are produced by endocrine glands throughout the body. Hormones are chemical messengers that circulate through the bloodstream and regulate activities in all tissues within our bodies. All hormones are derived from cholesterol; enzymes convert cholesterol into... by kentonbruicemd | Nov 5, 2022 | General Health
SAMe (S-Adenosylmethionine) is a combined product of ATP and methionine. It is not a vitamin because the body produces all that it needs. In order to produce SAMe the body needs adequate levels of methionine, folate and vitamin B12. As a supplement it is used... by kentonbruicemd | Nov 5, 2022 | General Health
Unfortunately stress is a big part of a women’s life and it can have negative effects on health. Like depression, women suffer from anxiety much more than men. In addition to having a career, women are usually responsible for taking care of the children, cooking and... by kentonbruicemd | Nov 5, 2022 | General Health
Lack of sleep can affect your health, just like lack of exercise and unhealthy eating. The body rejuvenates, repairs cells, and produces natural killer cells in deep stages of sleep. The body produces antibodies during sleep, which enable us to fight off infections....