The Latest Breaking News from Hormones

Triggered by hormonal changes in the brain and body, puberty marks a physical transformation. Oestrogen and testosterone – often called “sex hormones” – drive many familiar changes, such as breast development and periods or a deeper voice and facial hair.

Their benefits include combating insulin sensitivity and hormone balance

The rete ovarii, a poorly understood structure connected to the ovaries, may be much more essential to ovarian function than scientists initially thought.

From cortisol spikes to PMS, it can sometimes feel like we’re ruled by our hormones. Expert Hannah Alderson says we can take control in six simple steps

The female sex hormone estrogen, along with progesterone, appears to underlie a fundamental difference in how males and females process pain, a mouse study finds.

LET’S UNPACK THAT: Is a cold plunge doing more harm than good to your body? Emilie Lavinia investigates

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Self-screening options to help check hormone levels and understand symptoms from the comfort of your home

Many people treat sleep as something optional, sacrificing it for work, social plans, or late-night screen time. However, sleep plays a key role in both short-term and long-term health. It affects everything from mood and concentration to immune function and heart health. Without enough rest, the body struggles to recover,…