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HRT may promote reverse cholesterol transport through induction of cholesterol ABC transporters. [43] Atherosclerosis imaging trials show that HRT decreases the formation of new vascular lesions, but does not reverse the progression of existing lesions. [44] HRT also results in a large reduction in the pro-thrombotic lipoprotein a. [45]
Spironolactone has been found to increase LDL ("bad") cholesterol and decrease HDL ("good") cholesterol levels at the relatively high doses used in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). [ 149 ] [ 150 ] As such, it may have unfavorable effects on the blood lipid profile in this context.
Bioidentical hormones fit precisely into human hormone receptors while conventional hormones fit "cockeyed"; this mismatch causes serious side effects Synthetic progestins and endogenous progesterone have different binding affinities for different receptors, depending on the model and animal used; these differing pharmacodynamics have not been ...
Salmon. This fatty fish is one of nature’s best sources of omega-3s. A 2023 study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that consuming 2 grams of EPA and DHA—the two ...
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) should be offered as the first treatment to ease menopause symptoms such as hot flushes and night sweats, according to the latest advice from health watchdog NICE.
Hyperandrogenism, especially high levels of testosterone, can cause serious adverse effects if left untreated. High testosterone levels are associated with other health conditions such as obesity, hypertension, amenorrhea (cessation of menstrual cycles), and ovulatory dysfunction, which can lead to infertility.
Hormones can be helpful heroes, supporting the immune system and a healthy sleep-wake schedule. ... high levels of insulin and testosterone can increase appetite and promote fat storage ...
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), also known as menopausal hormone therapy (MHT), is for women with menopausal symptoms. It is based on the idea that the treatment may prevent discomfort caused by diminished circulating estrogen and progesterone hormones, or in the case of the surgically or prematurely menopausal, that it may prolong life and may reduce incidence of dementia. [1]