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Physical Signs of Thyroid Deficiency – Hypothyroidism
In this blog we are looking at Thyroid Deficiency, how to spot it through physical signs, and why it is so important to recognize and treat it. Click to view reference chart – Hypothyroidism (Thyroid Hormone Deficiency) - Physical Signs[...]
Growth Hormone Deficiency: The Physical Signs
This blog begins a series of health-casts about the physical signs of the most important hormone deficiencies. We hope to help you develop your observational skills so you will notice the important physical characteristics of each hormone deficiency. Click to[...]
Erectile Dysfunction And Heart Attacks
Do you know that ED is a symptom of Heart Attacks and Strokes? ED, or Erectile Dysfunction, has become a household word, ever since the drugs Viagra, Cialis and Levitra were approved by the FDA as a treatment, but the[...]
The Cost of Healthcare
Healthcare cost, who decides: Doctors? Insurers? Regulators? People? Please email your thoughts to [email protected]. As a general rule, discussions about the cost of health care are focused on particular treatments that you or a loved one might need or be[...]
Why BioBalance Health?
The story of BioBalance Health. How Kathy C. Maupin, M.D. became a leading specialist in anti-aging and hormone replacement medicine. There are many television and print ads now that market testosterone replacement (especially for men). The ads make it clear[...]
Testosterone Role in Injury and Recovery
Testosterone decreases physical injuries, the severity of the injury, and can shorten the length of time that is necessary to completely recover from injury and surgery. The most widely accepted and universally acknowledged effect of Testosterone is the anabolic (growth)[...]
Pregnenolone—The Mother Of All Hormones
Improved sleep, better thought processes, and more energy are just some of the benefits of Pregnenolone. One of the hormones you probably have not heard of is PREGNENOLONE (P). It is a hormone made in the adrenal gland and is[...]
New Female Sexual Dysfunction Drug – Addyi
Medication does exist to help women with loss of libido and sexual desire. In late 2015 there finally was a sexual dysfunction drug that was approved by the FDA for SOME women…..and can only be prescribed by doctors who have[...]
Eating Disorders and Aging
Anorexia, bulimia and bingeing are not only an issue with younger women, it can carry through with aging. There are several conditions identified as eating disorders. Most of us have known and cared about someone suffering from eating disorders. We[...]
Aesthetic Procedures for Body Image Issues
In this week's podcast we are going to discuss Body Image issues and the types of surgical and nonsurgical interventions that can be used to help with them. Some individuals have issues that arise from chronic weight problems or from[...]