Yes, testosterone is the male dominant hormone, but women need it too! When I first started as a Bioidentical Hormone Specialist, women would be somewhat taken aback when I recommended testosterone therapy for them. I would often receive a response like “Testosterone? Isn’t that for men? Why do I need that?” As
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Women, we need to start a movement. We can and will finally get our sexy back! It is my mission to reach and help all women who want to get a better sex drive and who are ready to make their relationship with their partner the best it’s ever been! How many
April 4, 2012
What Is Your Genetic Profile?
Genetic testing is becoming a hot topic in today’s medical literature. Scientists are now linking many common diseases to specific DNA blueprints. These blueprints will alert individuals that they may run a higher risk for certain chronic diseases than the average population. Genetic testing is now being developed to determine the efficacy
The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) issued the following revised position statement, which is in favor of hormone therapy for women in menopause: http://www.menopause.org/psht12.pdf This may seem like an earth shattering statement based on new information, but I feel this is a long overdue statement. The practice of Hormone Therapy was essentially
March 30, 2012
Menopause, Hormones, and Weight Gain
Weight gain and menopause seem to go together. Many of my female patients describe rapid weight gain as they approached and entered menopause. I hear them say,”I don’t know what happened. I eat the same and exercise same, but I don’t dress the same because I can’t fit into my clothes any
March 18, 2012
Hormones and mood– the first steps to feel better
Mood disorders are among the most common complaints I see in my anti-aging practice. The most common symptoms are anxiety and depression. However common associated symptoms are fatigue, insomnia, difficulty concentrating and memory problems. One of the challenges I always face in treating a new patient is tackling numerous symptoms in just
DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) is one of the most abundant steroid hormones in the body, but there is some mystery about what DHEA actually does. It’s known that DHEA levels decline as we age, and it is thought that DHEA has many important functions that keep us feeling young. You can find many claims about
February 26, 2012
How Do You Know If You Are Winning Your Fight Against Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is an insidious disease. You cannot feel it as it gradually approaches. One day, your doctor orders a bone density test for you, and you find out that your bones have lost density and you have osteoporosis. I see many women and even some men in this situation and they are
February 16, 2012
Toxic Exposure: Is Your Water Safe?
As a doctor, I prescribe water consumption as part of the remedy for just about anything and everything my patients complain of: Not losing weight? – Are you drinking enough water? Lacking energy? – Are you drinking plenty of water? Constant headaches? – How much water are you drinking each day? Water
February 16, 2012
Painful Sex and Response to the “Ask Amy” Advice Column
A patient of mine brought to my attention, a series of articles that appear in the “Ask Amy” advice column that appears in the Chicago Tribune. A male follower of “Ask Amy” wrote in to ask her about “Sexless Marriages”. He referred to previous “Ask Amy” articles where she blamed a lack
February 14, 2012
Hormones – Enhance the Expression of Your Love
During the month of “love” most of us will be examining the amount of love that is present within our own lives. Although the word love is often abused in today’s society, the expression of love is an inherent need to almost every creature on this planet. From infants and through our
February 12, 2012
What Are Hot Flashes And Why Are They Happening To Me?
There are many symptoms associated with menopause, but the symptom that epitomizes menopause is the Hot Flash. About 85% of women will experience Hot Flashes as they approach and enter menopause. Some women will have intense, frequent Hot Flashes, while others have mild, infrequent Hot Flashes. Often, Hot Flashes decrease in frequency
February 10, 2012
Sex Drive Solution #6: Fifty Shades of Grey
If you really want to fire-up your libido, then you must read Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James. A romantic plotline, racy love scenes and a sexy, tall, dark and handsome man – all the ingredients to get your heart and your hormones racing. After reading a few chapters, you will want
February 9, 2012
Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone and Your Bones
Osteoporosis is defined as a thinning and weakening of bone tissue. The statistics regarding osteoporosis and the health problems associated with it are staggering, and it’s one of the most concerning issues facing woman as they enter menopause. Although previously considered a disease that only affects women, osteoporosis has also been recognized
Don’t miss your chance to learn from an expert! Dr. Lisa Gorn shares her experience and knowledge about the mysterious thyroid gland and the impact it has on nearly every function in your body. Tune in on Thursday, February 9 to Sirius XM Channel 81 at 10am EST to hear some vital information that