Obesity and hormones
The hormones leptin, oestrogen and growth hormone influence appetite, metabolism and body fat distribution. Obese people have levels of these hormones that encourage the accumulation of body fat. The endocrine system is made up of glands that ... [... more]
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Headache and hormones
Migraines can be linked to menstruation (periods). Around half of women who experience migraine find that attacks tend to happen just before their menstrual period. Migraine frequency and severity can be influenced by birth control or ... [... more]
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Hormones - cortisol
Cortisol is a hormone made by the adrenal glands. Some disorders such as arthritis, skin disorders and asthma can be treated with synthesised cortisol, called cortisone or corticosteroids. A common side effect of such treatment is osteoporosis. ... [... more]
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Thyroid disorders - hypothyroidism
The thyroid gland secretes hormones to regulate metabolic processes, including growth and energy expenditure. Hypothyroidism means the thyroid gland is underactive and fails to make enough hormones. The treatment is lifelong hormone replacement ... [... more]
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Thyroid conditions - Hashimoto's disease
Hashimoto's disease is a common cause of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid). It is an autoimmune condition. Immune system cells attack the thyroid gland, causing inflammation. This reduces the thyroid's ability to make hormones. The condition ... [... more]
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Menstruation - amenorrhoea
Amenorrhoea means absence of the menstrual period. The most common cause is hormonal disruption. The hormones can be disrupted by emotional stress, weight loss, excessive exercise and some diseases of the reproductive system. Treatment for ... [... more]
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Hormonal (endocrine) system
Endocrine glands make chemicals called hormones and pass them straight into the bloodstream. (Glands that pass their secretions down tubes or ducts to particular places are called 'exocrine glands'.) Hormones can be thought of as chemical ... [... more]
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Androgen deficiency in men
Androgen deficiency is sometimes called 'male menopause' but this is misleading. Androgen deficiency in men means the body has lower than normal amounts of male hormones including testosterone. Treatment involves testosterone replacement ... [... more]
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Fluid retention
Fluid retention (oedema) occurs when fluid isn't removed from the body tissues, including the skin. Causes include the body's reaction to hot weather, a high salt intake, and the hormones associated with the menstrual cycle. Symptoms include ... [... more]
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Contraception - the pill
Oral contraceptives available include the combined pill and the mini-pill. The hormones in oral contraceptives prevent ovulation, make it harder for sperm to enter the cervix or prevent implantation of a fertilised egg. Oral contraceptives ... [... more]
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Hormones drive women to success
Researchers say the hormone oestrogen fuels feelings of power and competition in women, the same way testosterone does in men. In a related study, conducted earlier this month, British researchers reported that male financial traders made more ... [... more]
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Hydroponics crops
Are you growing plants in a hydroponics system? Neville shows you some brilliant products you can use to supply your plants with all the nutrients they need to survive, including natural plant hormones and growth stimulants. An attractive ... [... more]
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