The thyroid gland is the most voluminous endocrine gland in the human body, with a distinctive butterfly shape, located in the lower, front part of the neck. The thyroid hormones it produces and releases into the bloodstream are: T4 (Thyroxine) T3 (Triiodothyronine) Calcitonin Thyroid hormones are essential for the proper functioning of all the body’s […]
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Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced and released by the adrenal glands. It is called the “stress hormone” because it takes part in regulating our body’s response to stress. In addition, cortisol takes part in controlling metabolism, the use of fats, proteins and carbohydrates in our body, suppressing inflammation, regulating blood pressure and blood glucose
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The Function of Vitamin D As nutritionists, we know how important a role vitamin D plays in maintaining calcium homeostasis in our body, which is key to bone health. It improves calcium absorption in the intestines, reduces calcium losses through urine and mobilizes calcium from the bones when needed. Vitamin D Deficiency Vitamin D deficiency
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A statement often heard from older generations, and often used as an excuse for uncontrolled food intake. Starvation and restrictive diets are absolutely out of the question, but concern about how much weight you will gain during pregnancy is justified, because it is not only about appearance (which is the least important
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