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Hormone Health
April 2, 2025

Smarter Hormone Testing

Authored by Dr. Zahra Jafry A hormone health specialist with deep expertise in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, Dr. Jafry M.D. supports women through perimenopause and menopause, and helps men address age-related hormone decline with personalized, evidence-based hormone care. The Importance…
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Hormone Health
April 2, 2025

Understanding Compounded BHRT: Customized Hormones

Authored by Dr. Aleksandra Raykher Dr. Aleksandra Raykher, M.D., is a hormone health and clinical nutrition specialist at Aligned Modern Health with decades of experience in internal medicine, metabolic health, and bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT). She helps patients restore balance…
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Hormone Health
April 1, 2025

The Power of Hormone Therapy for Healthy Aging

Authored by Dr. Aleksandra Raykher Dr. Aleksandra Raykher, MD, is a hormone health and clinical nutrition specialist at Aligned Modern Health with decades of experience in internal medicine, metabolic health, and bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT). She helps patients restore balance…
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Hormone Health
March 28, 2025

Hormones That Regulate Weight and Metabolism

How Hormones Influence Weight & Metabolism Hormones play a crucial role in regulating metabolism, fat distribution, and energy levels. As we age, shifts in hormone levels—especially estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, insulin, and cortisol—can make weight management more challenging. Understanding how these…
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Hormone Health
March 28, 2025

How Low Is Too Low? Understanding Low Testosterone

Testosterone plays a crucial role in overall health, influencing everything from muscle mass and bone density to mood and cognitive function. But as men age—or due to certain health conditions—testosterone levels can decline, leading to a range of symptoms. The…
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Hormone Health
March 28, 2025

Andropause: Understanding the Male Hormonal Shift

What is Andropause? Andropause—often referred to as "male menopause"—describes the gradual decline of testosterone levels in men, typically starting around the mid-40s to early 50s. Unlike menopause, which happens over a shorter period, andropause progresses more slowly, often making the…
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Hormone Health
March 28, 2025

Why Does Menopause Cause Insomnia?

How Menopause Disrupts Sleep Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman’s life, but it often brings sleep disturbances along with it. Research suggests that up to 60% of menopausal women experience insomnia at some point. (Source: National Sleep Foundation).…
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Hormone Health
March 28, 2025

The Hormonal Freefall: Why Menopause Feels So Different

The Hormonal Freefall: Why Menopause Feels Like a Sudden Drop, Not a Gentle Decline You probably know that hormones decrease during menopause. But take a second—really think about what that means. We’re not talking about a gradual, barely noticeable shift.…
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Hormone Health
March 28, 2025

What is Menopause?

What is Menopause? Menopause marks the official end of a woman’s reproductive years and is diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. It typically occurs between ages 45 and 55, though the exact timing varies. While menopause is…
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Hormone Health
March 28, 2025

Perimenopause: Understanding the Transition and Your Options

What is Perimenopause? Perimenopause is the transition leading up to menopause, marking the shift away from the reproductive years. This phase, which typically begins in the 40s but can start earlier, brings hormonal fluctuations that can lead to noticeable changes…
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