Snorers are often the target of jokes.1 But snoring is one of the symptoms of a disorder called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In OSA, the collapse of the airway stops the flow of air into the lungs and lowers blood oxygen levels. This leads to abnormal breathing and frequent awakenings during...
In the United States, between 50 million to 70 million people suffer from decreased quality of life because of sleep disorders. These conditions include snoring, which is also usually a sign of other health issues. This explains why the anti-snoring industry in the country was worth 1 billion...
Testosterone is a sex steroid hormone in males and females. It is produced by males' testicles and females' ovaries. However, testosterone levels in adult men are around seven to eight times greater than the hormone's levels in adult women.1 Testosterone is responsible for the development of...
Menopause is a complex topic for two reasons. First, estrogen plays a key role in this stage in women's lives. At the same time, the sex hormone takes part in many other body processes. Second, typical treatments for menopause do not work for all women. So, for a brief discussion of this heavily...
The foods we eat influence our hormones in different ways. First, they provide our bodies with the raw materials needed for hormone production. Second, they promote or hinder the release of hormones. Third, certain foods contain endocrine disruptors. These natural or man-made substances interfere...
In the United States, millions of people experience unpleasant reactions after eating certain foods.1 Such reactions are called food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities. They trigger symptoms involving various parts and systems of the body. Thus, they are tested and managed in...
Many people think soy is healthy. This belief partly stems from the popularity of soy-based foods as protein-rich components of vegan and vegetarian diets. The fact is, soy is bad for health for several reasons. What's more, it can be found in almost all food products today, and you're probably...
Soy is a controversial food item. On the one hand, soy-based foods are thought to be healthy. This is because they are common ingredients in plant-based diets, which are linked to several health benefits.1,2 On the other hand, other studies have raised concerns about the negative effects of...
Various problems come with snoring. Many snorers complain that they cannot feel well rested even after sleep. Often though, snoring is more stressful for the bed partners than for the snorers. The noise prevents the partners from sleeping and may push them to a different room, thus impairing...
During menopause, a large drop in women's sex hormone levels leads to various symptoms. Such symptoms are often associated with a decreased quality of life.1 One way to address this problem is hormone replacement therapy (HRT). HRT is medication involving sex hormones produced outside the...