Very high or low levels of hormones exist in different life stages and processes. The latter include pregnancy, menopause, and aging. At the same time, hormone imbalance is linked to weight gain or loss, depression, organ problems, and many other health issues. One of the most important types of...

Hormones are molecules produced by the body’s endocrine glands.¹ These substances are released into the bloodstream and travel towards various tissues and organs. In particular, hormones bind to receptors on the surface of or inside their target cells. This interaction tells the...