Peptide hormones are hormones that consist of amino acids. Peptide hormones can be among the intracellular signalling peptides and proteins, and can include insect hormones, gastrointestinal hormones ...

Wendy Wisner is a journalist and international board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). She has written about all things pregnancy, maternal/child health, parenting, and general health and ...

Steroid hormones are a group of hormones, derived from cholesterol, from the class of compounds known as steroids. They are secreted by the adrenal cortex, testes and ovaries, and by the placenta ...

Some alternatives for hormone therapy (HT) may help manage menopause symptoms. Examples include diet and lifestyle changes, supplements, and exercise. Hormone therapy (HT) is generally an effective ...

Objectives We systemically reviewed the literature to assess how long-term testosterone suppressing gender-affirming hormone therapy influenced lean body mass (LBM), muscular area, muscular strength ...