A new study from researchers in China has found that hormones and body chemistry may play a bigger role in depression than we ...

Whether at your annual physical or through one of the many direct-to-consumer companies offering lab tests these days, getting your blood work done can be an effective way to gain deeper insight into ...

Male hormones regulate bodily functioning. These chemical messengers influence energy, mood, muscle, fat, health, and overall ...

Pregnancy, menopause and hormone therapy may all impact a woman’s lipoprotein(a) level, challenging the mantra of the once-in ...

For all women, estrogen is essential for sustaining the hair growth phase and boosting hair density on the scalp. But owing in large part to genetics, the follicles of some women are particularly ...

Hormones like testosterone, cortisol, melatonin, and more directly influence men’s mood, energy, and sleep quality. Hormonal ...

Drinking coffee, even in modest amounts, providing 80–120 milligrams (mg) of caffeine, can increase cortisol (the stress hormone) levels by up to 50% above baseline. This spike is temporary and tends ...

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in clothing and in rugs can disrupt your hormone levels. Here's what you can do about it ...

Dr. Smith answers the question: 'Side Effects Once Hormone Therapy Ends?' March 16, 2009 -- Question: Will the side effects of hormone therapy go away after hormone therapy is stopped? Answer: The ...

Hormone therapy can affect collagen, hydration, and breakouts during menopause. Dermatologists explain the real skin benefits ...