The Value in a Good Sleep
Getting an excellent sleep at night is essential in many ways, but what exactly is this defined as? To understand this concept better, it’s useful to know the four stages of sleep, which may recur throughout each night: NREM (non-rapid
Adrenal Fatigue and Weight Gain
Adrenal fatigue can create a hormonal imbalance that can lead to weight gain. But how does this happen? When you are under stress, the adrenal glands release cortisol, and this increases blood-sugar levels, there by creating the energy needed to
Adrenal Fatigue and Weight Gain
Adrenal fatigue creates a hormonal imbalance that can lead to weight gain. But how does this happen? When you are under stress, the adrenal glands release cortisol, and this increases blood-sugar levels, so you have the energy to respond to stressful
The Hormone of Darkness
Aptly referred to as the ‘hormone of darkness’, melatonin is a natural neurohormone produced by the brain’s pineal glands. This hormone plays a role in the body’s antioxidant defences and helps regulate blood pressure, body temperature and cortisol levels, as
5 Tips to Balance Your Hormones
Hormone health in women is crucial to lifelong health, disease prevention and maintaining a good quality of life. However, when hormone levels are out of control or dysregulated, it can have negative consequences on the whole body. So, what can
Biohacking Your Cycle
Although the male and female body are regulated by the nervous and hormonal system, the female reproductive system, and the predominant hormones it produces, are quite unique. Understanding this complex system can provide the tools for the ultimate bio-hack and improve