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·July 13, 2025·2 min read

Blood Sugar, Not Age, Drives Sexual Health Decline in Men

A new study reveals that metabolic health, particularly modest increases in blood sugar, plays a bigger role than age or testosterone in declining sexual and reproductive function in men. Researchers tracked 117 healthy men over six years, assessing hormones, semen quality, erectile function, and blood sugar.

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·July 13, 2025·2 min read

Oxytocin Protects Mood During Sleep Loss

New research suggests oxytocin, the so-called “love hormone,” may help protect women from mood disturbances caused by sleep disruption and hormonal changes during postpartum and menopause. In a controlled study, women with higher oxytocin levels before sleep fragmentation reported fewer mood symptoms the following day.

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·June 2, 2024·2 min read

Synthetic Estrogen in Birth Control Linked to Anxiety

Researchers suggest that the type of estrogen in hormonal birth control influences anxiety-like behaviors. Researchers found that synthetic estrogen in birth control led to increased anxiety behaviors in female rats compared to natural estrogen.

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·April 9, 2024·4 min read

Link Between Type D Personality and Hypothyroidism Discovered

Over half of individuals with treated hypothyroidism exhibit a type D personality, characterized by negative emotions and social withdrawal. Conducted by researchers across Europe, this survey of over 3,500 people with hypothyroidism highlights a significant correlation between type D personality and poor treatment outcomes, including persistent symptoms and dissatisfaction.

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·March 18, 2018·3 min read

Exposure to Low Levels of BPA During Pregnancy Can Lead to Altered Brain Development

According to researchers, even lower levels of BPA consumed during pregnancy can lead to neurodevelopmental problems and affected brain function later in life for offspring.