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When Your Body Works For Two: How To Prepare It Before Pregnancy, Part 2

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Although the physiological changes of pregnancy develop simultaneously across many systems, different processes may dominate at different stages. In early pregnancy, hormonal shifts, restructuring of vascular tone, activation of the thyroid gland, and increased toxic load associated with the processing of a large volume of hormonal metabolites are more pronounced. In mid-pregnancy, the increasing metabolic load and the expansion of circulating blood volume come to the forefront. In late pregnancy, mechanical and compressive factors related to uterine growth become more prominent.

When Your Body Works For Two: How To Prepare It Before Pregnancy, Part 1

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Pregnancy is a period when the body begins to function under significantly altered conditions. Within a short time, the systems of circulation, digestion, hormonal regulation, immunity, metabolism, and the functioning of internal organs undergo restructuring. These changes are normal and are aimed at the development of the child; however, they require a large amount of resources and stability of all physiological processes.

Cortisol And Energy: What Happens When The Body's Rhythm Breaks Down

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Cortisol helps us wake up in the morning, think clearly, maintain blood sugar levels, regulate blood pressure, and respond to physical and emotional stressors. It is often called the stress hormone, but in reality it is more a hormone of rhythm and adaptation. Without normal cortisol levels, a person cannot function fully - neither physically nor mentally.

Migraine: When Every Touch of The World Becomes Unbearable

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Those who have never experienced a migraine rarely understand what stands behind this word. It is not just a headache and not the fatigue after a hard day. A migraine seems to switch a person off from life: light becomes unbearably bright, sounds - deafening, and even slight movement intensifies the pain. In such moments you want only one thing - to hide in silence, darkness, and rest.

Reset Your Health: Proven Dietary Strategies For Multisystem Conditions

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Multisystem chronic conditions are disorders in which multiple body systems—such as the nervous, vascular, digestive, musculoskeletal, and immune systems—are affected simultaneously. Symptoms can range widely, from dizziness and pain to digestive issues and persistent fatigue.

Cracking The PCOS Code: Revealing Causes, Symptoms, And Environmental Impact

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder affecting women of reproductive age.

While PCOS can present differently, its impact on health and quality of life can be significant. It’s important to recognize the signs and consequences of this condition to receive timely diagnosis and treatment.

Medicinal and Anabolic Steroids: What You Need to Know

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Rapid changes in the fields of physical activity, sports, and medicine over the past decades have led to an increased interest in medicinal and anabolic steroids. Chemical compounds originally developed for medical purposes have become in demand to increase muscle mass.

However, behind this popularity, there are numerous questions: How do steroids affect the body? What are the medical indications and contraindications for their use? What are the risks associated with their usage?