How is the hypothalamus connected to insulin resistance?
You may be familiar with insulin resistance. But in case you need a refresher, here is a snapshot. Insulin resistance is when your cells do not allow insulin to lock into its receptor site. This can increase blood glucose and can lead to diabetes and metabolic...
Symptoms of hypothalamus problems
Have you ever wondered if your hypothalamus may be out of balance? If so, there are several symptoms of hypothalamus problems to look out for in order to know if your hypothalamus needs balancing. In case you didn’t know, your hypothalamus is a small gland in...
The BEST Menopause Supplements You Should Be Taking
When you’re suffering from the uncomfortable symptoms of menopause (hot flashes, insomnia, and mood swings) you’ll do anything to feel better. Unfortunately, treating just these symptoms will not help the root of the issue. The ultimate goal when you’re going through...
Insulin Resistance | Are Artificial Sweeteners Safe?
This topic has been up for debate for what seems like ages. But, the question still remains: Are artificial sweeteners safe? The short answer is that science doesn’t always agree. Let’s dive in and talk about the possible effects of artificial sweeteners...
Birth Control Pill Side Effects – Hypothalamus Shrinkage
Studies prove that birth control pill side effects include hypothalamus shrinkage. I find it interesting that research has finally proven what I’ve seen for over twenty years. Many women who have a long history of birth control pill use end up with some...
What’s the best diet to keep your hormones balanced?
How the Mediterranean diet can help keep your hormones balanced. Studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest diets. It reduces the risk of cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and increases longevity. But the Mediterranean diet is also...
Can Menopause Cause Shortness of Breath?
Can menopause cause shortness of breath? Yes — menopause can contribute to shortness of breath through several distinct hormonal mechanisms, though it is important to note that shortness of breath always warrants medical evaluation to rule out cardiac and pulmonary...
Does Menopause Cause High Blood Pressure?
Does menopause cause high blood pressure? Menopause can contribute to high blood pressure. As estrogen declines, blood vessels lose some of the flexibility that estrogen helps maintain, which can raise blood pressure — particularly the systolic (top) number. Not every...
Basic Blood Work to Check Your Hormones
Today, we are going to address a question so many have asked: What basic blood work do you need to check your hormones? To determine if your hormones are out of balance? After thirty years of treating hormonally-challenged patients, I have learned that it is so...
How do you know if your hormones are out of balance?
How do you know if your hormones are out of balance? When most people think about hormones, they think about their sex hormones. But all your hormones affect many areas of your health and wellbeing. Hormones and hormonal imbalances affect your adrenals, your...
Hormones of the Hypothalamus
If you’re familiar with my work at all, you know that I talk about the hypothalamus a lot. And that’s because it is so important in keeping your hormones in harmony. Your hypothalamus is the master of regulating all of the hormones that your body produces....The Hormone Queen®
Deborah Maragopoulos FNP
Intuitive Integrative Medicine
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