by kentonbruicemd | Oct 27, 2023 | Womens Health, General Health
Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life when her menstrual cycles end, and she can no longer become pregnant. This biological milestone usually occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, and it’s often marked by changes in hormone levels, which can lead to...
by kentonbruicemd | Sep 29, 2023 | Hormones, General Health
Are you struggling with stubborn weight gain and wondering why your usual diet and exercise routine isn’t working? The culprit might not be what you’re eating, but rather an imbalance in your hormones. Understanding the complex interplay between hormones and weight...
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....
by kentonbruicemd | Nov 5, 2022 | General Health
The menstrual cycle is, on average, 28 days and basically involves fluctuating estrogen and progesterone levels. Day one of the cycle is the first day of menstruation when estrogen and progesterone are at their lowest levels. I have never understood why doctors check...
