thyroid
September 27, 2012
What is the Thyroid? The thyroid is a small shaped gland that is located in the neck near the Adam’s apple. The gland has several functions […]
May 23, 2013
If you want to take control of your health, save money and get answers quickly, know that you can order your own blood laboratory test via […]
July 25, 2014
TSH and T4 levels alone are unreliable markers of tissue thyroid levels. Many individuals who report symptoms associated with hypothyroidism have normal TSH and T4 levels. […]
June 22, 2015
It is rather amazing that a gland as small as the thyroid (which is located in your neck and is shaped like a butterfly) can have […]
August 9, 2015
There are hundreds (if not thousands!) of reasons why your healthcare provider might order blood tests for you. Abnormal hormone levels, vitamin deficiencies, diseases, and more […]
October 29, 2018
When under a lot of stress How Stress can Affect your Health, you may be very forgetful and disorganized, but have you ever wondered if there […]
November 12, 2018
The Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) is produced by the prostate. A simple blood test measures the amount of PSA and high levels may suggest the presence of […]
November 19, 2018
With summer officially gone, the beginning of fall means cooler temperatures, and often times people think you do not have to wear sunscreen any other time […]
December 3, 2018
Why it is important to check your Hemoglobin A1C levels if you are a diabetic: If you are diabetic, you know that it is crucial to […]
December 10, 2018
Importance of Zinc for your health: Zinc is one of the most important minerals necessary for your overall health. Zinc has many functions in your body […]
December 27, 2018
Should You be Eating More Fermented Foods? Fermented foods have many health benefits and you might want to start incorporating them in your diet. Fermented foods […]
January 7, 2019
Should you be taking probiotic supplements?Probiotic supplements are becoming more and more popular among consumers, as many of them claim they promote digestive balance, help one […]
January 16, 2019
Why the circulatory system is so important The circulatory system, also known as the cardiovascular system, is responsible for the flow of blood, hormones, and oxygen, […]
January 22, 2019
The relationship between diet and prostate cancer Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. Although the five-year survival rate for prostate cancer is nearly […]
January 28, 2019
What is the Pancreas? The pancreas is a large gland behind the stomach and close to the duodenum, the very first part of the small intestine. […]
February 6, 2019
What is the Best Non-Dairy Milk? In recent years more and more people have traded cow’s milk for non-dairy milk options. There are so many different […]
February 11, 2019
What is Cortisol? Cortisol is a hormone that is released when your body is under stress, which is why it is often referred to as the […]
February 18, 2019
Postnasal drip or acid reflux? Mucus is constantly being produced by the body because it helps trap germs, so the mucus is also constantly dripping down […]
February 25, 2019
Hashimoto’s Disease Hashimoto’s disease is when the immune system attacks your thyroid, which can lead to an underactive thyroid, known as hypothyroidism. Hashimoto’s disease affects about […]
March 5, 2019
The relationship between nuts and colon cancer Can something as simple as the incorporation of tree nuts such as pecans, almonds, walnuts, and hazelnuts into your […]