Tag: Hormones

      When Being “In The Dark” Is A Good Thing

      February 18, 2012 /

      Light affects our biology and that includes artificial light, as well.

      From regulating sleep cycles and menstrual cycles in addition to combating tumors, our bodies rely on natural cycles of light and dark to manage our hormones which govern a variety of necessary functions in the human body.

      It seems our bodies have yet to adjust to the luminous 24-hour cityscape many of us know today. Considering that artificial light stimulates non-visual systems like hormones, fertility and the sleep-wake cycle, it might be worth it to cut your exposure to TVs and computers a few hours before bed-time and enjoy your shut-eye in total darkness. A happy pineal gland pays off for your body, mind and soul.

      Research, Wellness

      Anti Aging Miracle or Menace?

      October 20, 2011 /

      Human growth hormone or HGH, has appeared to be somewhat of a panacea for those who want to turn back the clock on aging.

      However, the biggest reason not to take HGH as an anti-aging therapy is simply that it has not been adequately studied.

      The longterm effects are not known.

      Human growth hormone is a product of the pituitary gland, the master gland of the body. As the name implies, it promotes linear growth in children and adolescents. After the body stops growing taller, the levels of HGH decline quickly and often become very low in adult life. Many of the effects of HGH are brought about through a second hormone, insulin-like growth factor-1, made by the liver. HGH is given by daily injection, and is quite expensive. Alternative treatments, such as the nasal spray or pills to stimulate HGH release, have not been proven to have any benefit.

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