by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Last updated: Jan 2, 2024 | Autoimmunity, Hypothalamus
So how does the hypothalamus influence autoimmune disorders? Let’s talk about it. A growing body of research shows that neuro-immune-endocrine alterations may precede autoimmune diseases by several years. If you’ve been following my channel, you...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Last updated: Sep 20, 2023 | Menopause
Your immune system produces hormones called cytokines. Two hundred cytokines have been identified so far. Your hypothalamus directly affects your immune system through circadian hormones. Your immune system’s job is to protect you. White blood cells act like soldiers...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Last updated: May 9, 2023 | Hypothalamus, Men's Health, Women's Health
Here are some surprising facts about melatonin you may not know. Melatonin is produced by the pineal gland under the direction of the hypothalamus. When the hypothalamus perceives that the sun has gone down, the pink rays of dusk block the blue light waves of daytime...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Last updated: Apr 18, 2023 | Hypothalamus, Men's Health, Women's Health
What are the hidden root causes of disease in your mouth? Let’s talk about it. Most of us don’t realize that the health of our mouth affects the health of the rest of our body. The health of your gums is particularly important. Periodontal disease has been...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Last updated: Feb 27, 2023 | Hypothalamus, Men's Health, Women's Health
Why is sleep so important for your health and what happens while you’re sleeping that affects your health? Let’s talk about it. You know that when you miss sleep you’re more likely to get sick and you definitely don’t feel your best. But what’s...