Hormone Health Hub: Expert Insights on Testing, Balance & Better Living — immune health

The rise in cardiovascular disease (CVD), obesity, and type 2 diabetes (DM2) is one of the most pressing health concerns of our time. CVD remains the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Alarmingly, obesity and insulin resistance—precursors to DM2—significantly increase the risk of developing CVD. Yet, these conditions are largely preventable with early detection and lifestyle changes. So, how can we spot the danger before it's too late? What is CardioMetabolic Risk? Cardiometabolic risk refers to a cluster of modifiable risk factors and biological markers that signal an increased likelihood of developing CVD and...

Discover how saliva and blood cortisol testing reveal adrenal function and help diagnose stress-related hormone imbalances like fatigue, anxiety, and burnout.

Brazil nuts are widely used as a natural selenium supplement, but the selenium content in each nut varies enormously depending on soil conditions, region, and even individual trees. While selenium is essential for thyroid function, antioxidant defence, and overall health, both deficiency and excess carry serious risks. This article explains why Brazil nuts are so variable as a selenium source, what the safe daily intake looks like, and why testing your selenium levels is the most reliable way to know whether your intake is adequate, insufficient, or dangerously high.

The latest research confirms what Dr. John Lee and Dr. David Zava argued decades ago: maintaining healthy progesterone levels in proper balance with oestrogen is one of the most powerful tools women have for preventing and recovering from breast cancer. This article outlines seven practical steps to restore hormone balance and reduce breast cancer risk.