hormones

Dr Michael Elstein tells us how oestrogen’s pre-eminence as the dominant sex hormone is the reason that women live longer than men, discussing how sex steroids affect our ageing.

Hair loss, adult acne and brittle nails can often mean your hormones aren’t happy. Find out how to rebalance your body’s chemical messengers through food, exercise, stress reduction techniques and more.

Young pre-pubescent children are vulnerable to poor body image and body dissatisfaction which is linked to hormone levels at pre-puberty.

A study finds a link between lavender oil and tea tree oil and abnormal growth of breasts in young boys.

Finding it tricky to lose weight? Your hormones may not be working properly.

Underactive thyroid glands may explain why more and more people are seeking solutions for fatigue, weight gain and other woes.

Discover the health and beauty benefits of getting a good-quality sleep each night.

Typical body language that suggests power may not be so powerful after all.

Falling in love and staying in love are driven by a distinct chemistry within you.

Thin people think those who are horizontally challenged need to exercise more and eat less, but it’s really not that easy. Here’s why.

Melatonin is a hormone made primarily in the pineal gland in the brain. It is synthesized from the amino acid tryptophan and the neurotransmitter serotonin and is a chief regulator of sleep.

Creams and lotions can be very helpful for keeping the skin soft and smooth, but beauty sleep is just as important — if not more so.