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“Findings from a recent study suggest that supplementation with calcifediol, an intermediate molecule in the production of the active form of vitamin D, reduces the risk of death due to COVID-19. Unlike other vitamins – trace nutrients that must be consumed in the diet – vitamin D is a steroid hormone that is produced in the body.”

“Weight loss is often part of the primary treatment of type 2 diabetes; however, some weight loss diets may have more insulin-sensitizing effects than others. Findings of one report show that a high protein weight loss diet can reverse prediabetes by increasing insulin-sensitizing hormones.”

“He has also shown that sauna use contributes to beneficial levels of circulating hormones and other cardiovascular markers. You can learn more about the beneficial effects of sauna use on the heart and brain by checking out my podcast with the author of this study, Dr. Jari Laukkanen.”

“Robbins ensures he gets plenty of sleep, engages in both cryotherapy and sauna use, and makes sure his hormone levels are optimized for optimal health. He also harnesses the power of his mind and emotions to promote wellness.”

“Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone, crucial for maintaining fertility and maintaining male sexual characteristics. Some evidence suggests testosterone is neuroprotective. A recent study found that lower testosterone levels are linked with a higher risk for dementia.”

“Cells taken from the inner cheek of females who took menopausal hormone therapies were younger than those who did not take hormones. They also found that a particular gene variant that influences the age at which a female experiences menopause also influences age acceleration.”

“Researchers assessed insomnia using the Insomnia Severity Index, a questionnaire that classifies insomnia symptoms by severity, and measured blood levels of cortisol (a stress-related hormone) and melatonin (a hormone involved in sleep timing) before and after the trial.”

“They found that mice exposed to TCDF had lower quantities of short-chain fatty acids, indole-3-lactic acid (an anti-inflammatory compound), and hunger-modulating hormones. Exposed mice also had fewer Akkermansia muciniphila, a type of bacteria that modulates metabolism.”

“These findings suggest that male alcohol consumption plays a critical role in conception. Evidence suggests that exercise can reduce cravings for alcohol by inducing the production of a hormone called FGF21. Learn more in this video featuring Dr. Rhonda Patrick.”

“While participants did not subjectively report better sleep after orgasm, objective monitoring demonstrated that these bedtime encounters led to modest yet consistent enhancements in how well they slept.”