Meet Your Hormones

The word Hormone is derived from Greek word horman, meaning "to set in motion". Hormones are chemicals produced by certain, specialized cells in your glands. The hormones then travel to other cells, in order to regulate or manage processes there. Hormones are produced by particular organs, but affect different organs. Hormones regulate all body systems, internally and externally, physically and mentally. Their decline results in Aging or decay of the body and mind.

PREGNENOLONE

"The Parent of All Hormones"

  • Produced by adrenal cortex and the brain
  • Made from cholesterol
  • All steroid hormones are derived from it
  • Important for optimal mental performance
  • Fights mental fatigue & stress
  • Improves mood & concentration
  • Improves memory
  • Protects against Alzheimer's disease
  • Relieves joint and arthritic pain
  • Decreases inflammation

THYROID HORMONE

"The Metabolic Hormone"

  • Produced by thyroid gland in the neck.
  • Renews energy levels.
  • Controls metabolism and weight maintenance.
  • Controls cholesterol, breaks fat.
  • Regulates body temperature.
  • Improves heart and vascular health.
  • Improves concentration.
  • Affects hair and skin.
  • Improves immunity.

ESTROGEN

"The Primary Female Hormone"

  • Produced by the ovaries and fat cells.
  • Composed of three forms:  >Estrone (E1), Estradiol (E2), Estriol (E3).
  • Estradiol is the principal ovarian estrogen.
  • Essential reproductive hormone, declining rapidly at menopause.
  • Replacement relieves menopausal symptoms.
  • Reduces progression of osteoporosis.
  • Improves skin and muscle quality.
  • Protects against heart disease.
  • Increases female life expectancy.

PROGESTERONE

"The Hormone of Pregnancy"

  • Produced by the ovaries and adrenal glands.
  • Essential reproductive hormone, declines rapidly at menopause.
  • Keeps estrogen in balance.
  • Replacement relieves menopausal symptoms.
  • Natural Antidepressant, Sedative, Diuretic and Tranquilizer.
  • Improves metabolism of fat.
  • Protects against cancer.s
  • Helps to prevent or reverse osteoporosis.

TESTOSTERONE

"The Hormone of Desire"

  • Produced by testes, ovaries and the adrenals.
  • Boosts male and female libido (sex desire).
  • Improves heart health, raise good cholesterol.
  • Increases muscle tone, strength and lean body mass.
  • Increases exercise endurance.
  • Increases bone strength; prevents osteoporosis.
  • Reduces fat and prevents obesity.
  • Improves energy and mood.

DHEA

"Immune System Booster Hormone"

  • Produced by the adrenal glands.
  • Boosts the immune system, protecting against diseases.
  • Protects against cancer, arthritis, and diabetes.
  • Lowers cholesterol and protects against heart disease.
  • Improves energy and libido>

MELATONIN

"The Sleep Hormone"

  • Produced by pineal gland in the brain.
  • Provides restful, restorative sleep.
  • Boosts immune system and is an Anti-oxidant.
  • May have anti-cancer effects.
  • Improves skin condition>

HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE

In Childhood: "Growth Hormone"
In Adult: "Healing Hormone"

  • Produced by pituitary gland in the brain.
  • FDA approved in 1994 for replacement in adults due to age-related deficiencies>
  • Rejuvenates every cell in the body>
  • Improves mood, memory, alertness, and concentration.
  • Promotes restorative sleep.
  • Helps lose body fat and maintains lean muscle.
  • Strengthens bones.
  • Promotes skin and internal organ rejuvenation.
  • Improves sexual vitality and exercise capacity.
  • Improves normal healing.
  • Restores youthful immune system and high energy.

CORTISOL

"The Stress Hormone"

  • Produced by the adrenal cortex.
  • Produced in response to Stress.
  • Antagonizes other hormones.
  • Causes weight gain.
  • Suppresses immune system.
  • Increases osteoporosis.
  • Causes sleep disorders.
  • Predisposes to diabetes.
  • Increases cholesterol.
  • Predisposes to heart disease.
  • May cause fibromyalgia.
  • Increases menstrual irregularities.
  • Promotes premature menopause & accelerated aging.
  • Increases wrinkles and other external signs of aging.