The Dr. Hyman Show Longevity Roadmap: The Functional Medicine Approach To Balancing Hormones
Jan 16, 2021
Explore the fascinating link between hormonal balance and healthy aging. Discover how maintaining muscle mass can combat age-related issues like sarcopenia. Learn the critical role protein intake and resistance training play in enhancing bone density and overall vitality. Uncover nutritional strategies that support bone health and well-being as you age. Personal stories bring to life the importance of an active lifestyle for resilience and longevity.
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Hormonal Imbalance and Aging
- Hormonal imbalances lead to faster aging, impacting energy, function, and vitality.
- Hormones like sex hormones, stress hormones, growth hormones, thyroid, and insulin all play a role.
Balancing Hormones
- Manage insulin by limiting starches and sugars and increasing exercise.
- Regulate stress hormones through meditation and yoga, and lift weights to boost testosterone.
Hormonal Communication
- Hormones are the endocrine language, part of the body's communication system.
- Endocrine glands, like the hypothalamus and pituitary, control hormonal functions, impacting stress response, blood sugar, and sexual function.