New Research Links the Type of Estrogen in Birth Control to Anxiety
Research indicates that the type of estrogen in hormonal birth control impacts anxiety-like behaviors, with synthetic estrogen linked to increased anxiety in rats, highlighting the…
Hormones News
Hormones are chemical messengers produced by the endocrine glands in the body, such as the pituitary, thyroid, adrenals, and pancreas. These substances are secreted directly into the bloodstream and travel to various organs and tissues, where they regulate a wide range of physiological processes and behaviors. Hormones control or influence many critical functions, including growth and development, metabolism, sexual function, and mood. The balance of hormones is crucial for maintaining health, and imbalances can lead to a variety of medical conditions, such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, growth disorders, and mood swings. The study of hormones and their action is known as endocrinology. Hormones work at very low concentrations and their effects can be profound, affecting almost every aspect of bodily function.
Decoding Oxytocin: The Neurochemical Key to Enhanced Memory Function
A study has demonstrated how activating oxytocin neurons in the brain can significantly improve long-term memory, suggesting a promising approach to combat dementia and Alzheimer’s…
Synaptic Secrets: Testosterone’s Surprising Influence on Anxiety Explored
A groundbreaking study has unveiled a significant link between anxiety disorders and a brain receptor known as TACR3, as well as testosterone. Prof. Shira Knafo,…
Unveiling Peptide YY: A Molecular Maestro of Appetite and Immunity
Research shows that a gut hormone called peptide YY also plays a vital role in maintaining the health of the gut microbiome by preventing helpful…
Why Does Puberty Trigger Us To Stop Growing? New Study Sheds Light
All animals start out as a single-celled organism and then start growing. At some point, of course, they need to stop getting bigger, but the…
How the Pill Alters Brain Anatomy: Scientists Discover Potential New Side Effect of Birth Control Pills
Scientists have discovered that the use of oral contraceptives may influence the morphology of brain regions related to fear. This finding could enhance our comprehension…
Hunger Games: How Gut Hormones Hijack the Brain’s Decision Desk
Researchers have found that hunger hormones in the gut directly affect the brain’s hippocampus, influencing eating decisions. This discovery, made through a study on mice,…
Menopausal Hormone Changes Linked to Cognitive Deficits
A recent study led by Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl, a neurologist at UCLA, has unveiled significant insights into how menopause contributes to cognitive decline and brain…
New Research Reveals How Sex Hormones Influence Alzheimer’s Disease
Use of female animal models in the lab led to the crucial finding. Alzheimer’s disease disproportionately affects women, who represent about two-thirds of those diagnosed…
“Life-Changing” – First-of-Its-Kind Hormone Replacement Treatment Shows Promise in Patient Trials
New therapy proves why it’s all about timing. A first-of-its-kind hormone replacement therapy that more closely replicates the natural circadian and ultradian rhythms of our…
The Motherhood Makeover: How Pregnancy “Rewires” the Brain
Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have shown that pregnancy hormones ‘rewire’ the brain to prepare mice for motherhood. Their findings, published on October 5…
Decoding Women’s Health: Artificial Intelligence Revolutionizes PCOS Diagnosis
NIH study reviews 25 years of data and finds AI/ML can detect common hormone disorder. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) can effectively detect…
New Study: Hormone Therapy May Cause Heartburn, Difficulty Swallowing, and Chest Pain
New analysis reveals a significant link between previous or ongoing hormone usage and gastroesophageal reflux disease. For years, there has been an ongoing debate about…
When Strength Becomes Weakness: Testosterone’s Paradoxical Effect on Kidney Health
Kidneys in females have been observed to be more resistant to disease and damage. However, males need not despair. Recent research led by USC Stem…
Scientists Discover New Side Effect of Birth Control Pills
Recent research indicates that birth-control pills adversely affect women’s ability to manage stress. Since the 1960s, women have been using contraceptive pills, yet the intricate…
Biosensor Vision: Revealing the Crucial Role of Insulin-like Hormones in Brain Plasticity
Scientists at the Max Planck Institute discovered a mechanism where the insulin superfamily of hormones, specifically IGF1 and IGF2, are locally produced and released by…
Weight Loss’ Secret Weapon: GDF15 Powers Calorie Burn During Dieting
Research opens new possibilities to help people maintain weight loss after dieting. Researchers led by McMaster University professor Gregory Steinberg and postdoctoral research fellow Dongdong…
Oral Estrogen Hormone Therapy’s Troubling Tie to High Blood Pressure
A new study in the journal Hypertension found that the type of estrogen-based menopausal hormone therapy for women had varying impacts on developing high blood…