Skin science, treatment explainers, and quiet philosophy from the providers, injectors, and aestheticians who run our two Phoenix studios — written like we’d tell a friend.
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Hormones are chemical messengers in our body that carry directives to different organs, “telling” them what to do and regulating their functions. With the glands that produce them, they make up the endocrine system, which coordinates our metabolism, reproduction, growth, sleeping cycle, blood sugar, and many other biological processes.
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The thyroid gland plays a crucial role in metabolism, influencing how our body processes food and turns it into energy. Optimal thyroid hormone levels can improve metabolic rate, help you get in shape, and restore hormonal balance for a better mood, higher energy, and increased cognitive clarity.
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Topiramate is a generic medication belonging to the family of antiepileptic drugs. The FDA approved it for the treatment of epilepsy and migraines, but doctors also use it for other conditions, including fibromyalgia, alcohol dependence, and eating disorders. They often prescribe it off-label to help overweight patients lose weight.
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The endocrine system releases hormones into the bloodstream to send signals that regulate everything from sleep to glucose metabolism. Even slight imbalances in this system can affect physical and mental health, weight gain being one of the most common and frustrating consequences.
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Over half the world’s population consumes rice as a staple food. In Asian countries, which produce around 90% of rice, it forms the basis of almost every meal. As such a widely consumed cereal, the question arises whether rice contributes to weight loss or causes weight gain.
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Testosterone is a steroid hormone usually associated with men, but it is also produced in the ovaries and plays a vital role in women’s health. As we age, the production of sex hormones declines and may cause uncomfortable symptoms in both men and women.
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With age, testosterone production declines, sometimes causing unpleasant physical and emotional changes. Low testosterone levels can also result from certain health issues. Today, many men seek testosterone therapy to restore normal levels of this hormone. But is it a suitable treatment for everyone with testosterone deficiency?
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Skin pollution refers to the accumulation of toxins and harmful substances on the skin’s surface, which can have adverse effects on its health and appearance. Understanding the impact of skin pollution and recognizing the common pollutants that affect our skin is crucial for maintaining skin health.
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Testosterone, produced primarily in the testicles and in smaller amounts in the ovaries, peaks in early adulthood before declining by up to 1% each year. Low levels can lead to reduced muscle mass, weight gain, fatigue, depression, sleep issues, and low sex drive, especially in men.
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