Category Archives: Longevity

Top Clinical Endocrinology Topics You Can’t Miss at the BHRT Symposium

September 25, 2019

A growing understanding of the intricacies of thyroid health, hormonal imbalances and therapies, as well as advancements in other facets of the burgeoning field of clinical endocrinology have drawn increased attention to novel treatment modalities and their potential to relieve –and even prevent – many symptoms of the aging process. To optimize treatment strategies and patient health outcomes, it is increasingly important for clinicians to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in hormone health. At one of our most popular events, the Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Symposium, a panel of experts will review the most recent and relevant research available, analyze the medical evidence surrounding hormone therapies, and delve into strategies for safely and effectively merging them into clinical practice. From thyroid optimization to growth hormone deficiency, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the most clinically current topics in the field through a series of expert-led sessions curated to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest updates in endocrinology.

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A New Therapy for Osteoporosis

September 24, 2019

Currently, an estimated 10 million people in the United States suffer from osteoporosis, with a disproportionate number of affected women. Caused by thyroid problems, aging, low body weight, hormonal dysfunctions, and other conventional risk factors, osteoporosis greatly increases the likelihood of fractures – especially in the spine, hip, and forearm. Fragility fractures are very common and dangerous; they not only increase morbidity and mortality rates, but they also greatly reduce mobility and quality of life.

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Nature Exposure for Health Benefits Quantified  

September 3, 2019

Nature exposure has long been correlated to improved mental wellbeing and physical health, able to reduce blood pressure, heart rate, muscle tension, and the production of stress hormones. A growing body of evidence implicates that greater exposure to or contact with natural environments can greatly benefit populations in high-income, largely urbanized societies, while merely living in a greener neighborhood has the potential to better health outcomes. Living in greener areas has been correlated to decreased risks of cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, and mental distress, as well as increased longevity and improved self-reported health.

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