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This creates a metabolic environment where weight loss becomes exceptionally difficult and fat storage, particularly visceral fat around the abdomen, becomes the default
A meta-analysis of 17 prospective studies (N=29,649) found that men in the highest IGF-1 quartile had an odds ratio of 1.49 (95% CI 1.14-1.95) for prostate cancer compared with the lowest quartile [8]
It contains no animal products and is made entirely from fruits and vegetables, making it a great addition to a vegan diet for skin health
Local (or topical) estrogenapplied directly to the vaginal or vulvar tissuesmay still be an option for managing genitourinary symptoms, as it has minimal systemic absorption compared to full-body MHT
It works by targeting hormones in the body that regulate blood sugar and appetite