Category Archives: Other Topics

Foods that Boost Nitric Oxide

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on October 10th, 2025

Nitric Oxide 300x241Reading Time: 4 minutesFoods that Boost Nitric Oxide    Nitric oxide (NO)is a crucial molecule that enables blood vessels to dilate, which improves several critical functions in your body, like increasing blood flow, lowering blood pressure, and skyrocketing your energy levels, which leads to more stamina when working out. Nitric oxide is a naturally occurring gas in your body that lowers cell inflammation... Read more »

The benefits of Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on October 9th, 2025

portrait of a male doctor holding his patient chart in bright modern hospital  300x257Reading Time: 6 minutesWhile “male menopause” – or worse, “manopause” – is often used in discussions, it isn’t a correct diagnosis. The British National Health Service (NHS) website calls it “misleading”. As the US Mayo Clinic explains, “Aging-related hormone changes in women and men are different. In women, ovulation ends and hormone production plummets during a relatively short period of time. This is... Read more »

Evidence Suggests Intermittent Fasting Could Improve Cognitive Function

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on October 6th, 2025

intermittent fasting and cognitive health 300x225Reading Time: 3 minutesEveryone knows that a smart and healthy diet is one of the most important factors in looking and feeling your best. What may not be apparent is that when you eat can also be very important. For example, when you eat a big meal late at night, it disrupts your digestive system, leading you to burn fewer calories and compartmentalize more as... Read more »

New Study Hints at Body’s Ability to Re-Calibrate Biological Age

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on October 5th, 2025

human body clock 300x300Reading Time: 3 minutesAs life expectancies continue to rise across America, medical researchers confront new roadblocks with every new discovery and cure. Many diseases and conditions that were fatal just a generation or two ago are now easily treatable. Other conditions, such as Alzheimer's and dementia, must be reckoned with as men and women are living longer. Every step we take to improve... Read more »

Imagine if you could theoretically turn off human hunger: Experimenting with Leptin (The Hunger Hormone) in Rats

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on October 4th, 2025

leptin hunger hormone 300x169Reading Time: 3 minutesOne of the prime goals of the medical community today is to help patients learn how to lose weight easier and keep the weight off once it's lost. One of the essential hormones involved in the regulation of hunger is Leptin. Leptin is vital to the digestive cycle because it is the primary hormone that curbs appetite. When we consume... Read more »

HGH Therapy May Boost Immune Health in Aging and Vulnerable Populations

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on October 3rd, 2025

HRT solution for higher testosterone 300x200Reading Time: 3 minutesHuman Growth Hormone is associated with the function of practically every physiological system in the human body. It's notable for supporting strength, energy levels, and healthy body composition. While it is recognized that HGH plays a role in immune health, there's still a lot of work to be done to determine how HGH Deficiency impairs immune function and how Human... Read more »

Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism—Leading Cause of Thyroid Disorders

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on October 2nd, 2025

thyroid Gland  300x202Reading Time: 2 minutesHypothyroidism is surprisingly common in the United States. Approximately twenty million people in America suffer from Hypothyroidism. The condition is far more prevalent among women, who are ten times more likely to be diagnosed in their lifetime with Hypothyroidism. In the end, the affliction will affect around 1/8th of women at some point in their lives. One of the big... Read more »

The Influence of the Thyroid Gland on Body Fat

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on October 1st, 2025

stock photo thyroid hormones human endocrine system 317217416 300x262Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Thyroid Gland is immensely important to the normal function of the human body. A Healthy Thyroid is one of the keys to staying thin and fit. The Thyroid is a tiny organ located near the Adam's Apple. In spite of its small size, it's immensely important to controlling metabolism and directing energy storage and consumption. The Thyroid produces T3... Read more »

Diabetes Treatment Semaglutide Helps Obese Patients Lose Weight

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 30th, 2025

JM Industrial DSC_0781 SBI 300934322 300x212Reading Time: 2 minutesType-2 Diabetes is one of the most significant health risks in the United States, affecting millions of Americans over the age of forty. Obesity is one of the monumental risk factors for Type-2 Diabetes and is an epidemic in the country. By 2018, over 40% of Americans are categorized as obese, with over 9% considered severely obese. Semaglutide Effective Drug... Read more »

The Effects of Sedentary Lifestyle on Health and Hormone Balance in Men

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 29th, 2025

businessman asleep at desk with notes_HFCbCfCrs 300x200Reading Time: 3 minutesBalanced Hormone Levels are critical to a healthy life. You may not realize it, but our choices and circumstances play a big role in the function of the endocrine system. While many Hormonal Issues are caused by genetics or other unavoidable factors, lifestyle plays a major role in preserving optimal Hormone Levels, especially for particularly precarious hormones such as Testosterone,... Read more »

The Incredible benefits of Goji Berries

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 28th, 2025

berries fresh and ready to eat 300x200Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Incredible Benefits of Goji Berries Superfruits. You have probably heard the term. In the past few decades, several exotic fruits have been “discovered” and are touted in the “Super Fruits.” Acai berries...pomegranates...Noni juice...Camu-Camu berries...Organic Maqui berries... Acerola juice...Mangosteen...and Goji berries have all had the unique distinction of delivering far more health and longevity benefits than the mundane apples, oranges,... Read more »

Researchers Discover Brain Cells Associated With Sugar Cravings

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 27th, 2025

sugar cravings 300x200Reading Time: 2 minutesSugar is everywhere. While carbohydrates are vital for providing quick energy, refined sugars can be utterly addictive. Many people struggle with diets because their brains fixate on sugary treats, sapping them of their willpower. What if there was a way an effective way to control the way our minds respond to such cravings? Researchers Dr. Matthew Potthow and Dr. Matthew... Read more »

Norditropin Injections for the Treatment of HGH Deficiency

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 26th, 2025

human body with internal organs_f1X8bOd_ 231x300Reading Time: 3 minutesThe human body is a complex and complicated machine. Our bodies rely on hormones to coordinate the various physiological activities that keep us alive and well. Hormone Imbalance is among the most formidable barriers to vitality. Peak wellness depends on the appropriate balance of a multitude of interconnected hormones. While our hormones all have unique and essential jobs, they also... Read more »

Is Eight Glasses of Water Per Day Really Necessary?

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 25th, 2025

graphicstock glass of water with a bottle on wooden table_SdFxUYoDgog 300x214Reading Time: 3 minutesIt's long been folk wisdom that people should drink eight glasses of water each day. Like many forms of “common wisdom,” proper hydration is a bit more complicated than that. In many cases, eight glasses may actually be more than you need—not that two liters of water a day is harmful. Water challenges are pretty popular these days. You've surely... Read more »

The Importance of Balanced Growth Hormone and Insulin Levels

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 24th, 2025

diabetes_MyMgJ8Du 300x200Reading Time: 2 minutesTwo of the most critical metabolic hormones that your body produces are Insulin and Growth Hormone. Insulin is secreted by the pancreas and is used to transport glucose to cells for use as energy. Glucose is just the scientific term for blood sugar. If you're busy and active, most glucose is conveyed to provide power for your activity. Any glucose... Read more »

Treating Covid-19 Patients with Thyroid Hormone Therapy

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 23rd, 2025

coronavirus 4972480_1920 300x169Reading Time: 3 minutesAs the search continues to find an effective vaccine for Covid-19, there is an ongoing global push to find treatments that lessen the severity of the virus. In Duluth, researchers are exploring the potential for Thyroid Hormone Treatments for the purpose of treating severe cases of Covid-19. The study has shown sufficient promise to warrant Phase 2 testing with the... Read more »

Watch Out for Signs of Testosterone Imbalance

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 22nd, 2025

balance spheres shows balanced life_zJnxkGvd 300x225Reading Time: 2 minutesHealthy Testosterone Levels are a key to good health. While Testosterone is much more active in men, the hormone is important for both sexes. While Testosterone Deficiency is most common, both too little and too much Testosterone can lead to health issues. Testosterone is an essential part of many aspects of the human physiology, not just sex drive and function.... Read more »

Eating Too Much Junk Food Slashes Sperm Count and Trashes Testosterone Levels

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 21st, 2025

vector sperm cells background with syringe_GypDTus__L 300x225Reading Time: 3 minutesWhat we eat and drink plays a massive role in Hormone Balance. The body and mind are highly reactive to what we include in and exclude from our diets. Junk food is a menace to good health. Snack companies, fast food restaurants, and other purveyors of junk have spent billions to convince us to eat vast quantities of incredibly unhealthy... Read more »

Tesamorelin Therapy Helps Patients Lose Weight and Boost Growth Hormone Levels

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 20th, 2025

weight loss tips book shows diet advice SBI 300166291 300x300Reading Time: 3 minutesWhile there are no shortcuts to a healthy lifestyle, there are medical advances that can help you improve your vitality and well-being, especially when combined with a smart diet and a thoughtful fitness regimen. Tesamorelin is one of the many Hormone Therapy Treatments that we offer at our Licensed Wellness and HRT Clinic. Hormone Imbalance is a powerful scourge on... Read more »

Anti-Aging Diets: Do They Work?

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 17th, 2025

Intermittent Fasting image 300x150Reading Time: 5 minutesAnti-Aging Diets: Do They Work? Research from the early 1990s on the effect of lower food consumption found that Calorie Restriction (CR) in rats extended their lives. Other studies by Walford, Masoro, and Weindruch found that caloric restriction (CR) is crucial for extended longevity in mice and rats. These studies also concluded that in addition to an increase in life... Read more »

Boost Testosterone with Leg Training

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 16th, 2025

preparing to deadlift 1 300x168Reading Time: 3 minutesBoost Testosterone with Leg Training When most people begin a weight-lifting regimen, they focus on their upper body. Men, in particular, strive mightily for bulging biceps and swollen pecs, so much that they sometimes resemble cantaloupe smugglers. Even if aspiring muscle-builders work other parts of their upper body, they often neglect their legs. This is not an ideal workout strategy... Read more »

Investigating the Inhibition of Human Growth Hormone Secretion by Melatonin and Cyproheptadine

Written by Brianna Clark, Updated on September 14th, 2025

1280px Circadian_rhythmReading Time: 4 minutesHuman growth hormone (HGH) controls several physiological processes, including growth, metabolism, and bodily functions. This study examines “Does melatonin affect growth hormone.” Additionally, the effects of cyproheptadine on HGH secretion are also examined here. Cyproheptadine, an antihistamine with serotonin receptor antagonistic properties, and melatonin, a hormone best known for regulating sleep-wake cycles, have both been proposed to modulate HGH production.... Read more »

Getting Diagnosed With Adult-Onset Growth Hormone Deficiency

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 14th, 2025

getting diagnosed with HGH deficiency 300x200Reading Time: 3 minutes  What percentage of adult-onset growth hormone deficiency is diagnosed properly at the initial doctor visit? The percentage of adult-onset growth hormone deficiency (AGHD) cases that are diagnosed properly at the initial doctor visit can vary widely depending on several factors. These factors include the expertise of the healthcare provider, the severity and clarity of symptoms, and the availability of... Read more »

Human Growth Hormone: Unveiling Metabolic Effects and Exploring Experimental and Therapeutic Applications

Written by Brianna Clark, Updated on September 13th, 2025

dial icon 2797347_1280 300x300Reading Time: 4 minutesAbstract: Human Growth Hormone (HGH) is required for human growth and metabolism. The metabolic effects of HGH, the use of HGH supplements and injections, and the symptoms of low HGH levels in adults are all investigated in this study. In addition, we delve into HGH's experimental and therapeutic uses, shedding light on its potential for a wide range of medical... Read more »

Diabetic Low-T Patients Studied for Twelve Years

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 10th, 2025

diabetes_G1JYRHPd SBI 300188993 300x200Reading Time: 4 minutesWhile Testosterone Replacement Therapy has been used now for decades, we're just reaching a point where large-scale longitudinal studies are coming to fruition. The current scientific climate continues to provide ample information regarding the safety and effectiveness of long-term Testosterone use. Doctors were worried about the potential dangers of Bio-Identical Testosterone for many years. Still, it appears that most of... Read more »

Pig organ transplants are becoming a reality!

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on September 9th, 2025

multi colored caduceus 300x169Reading Time: 6 minutes   Pig organs transplanted into humans? Really? Yes, REALLY! Recently, surgeons at NYU Langone Health have successfully transplanted a genetically engineered pig’s kidney into a brain-dead man. The kidney is still functioning optimally 32 days more than a month after the procedure. This represents the most extended period that a gene-edited pig kidney has functioned in a human and is... Read more »

Human Growth Hormone Injections In Independence

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on August 30th, 2025

Reading Time: < 1 minuteIndependence is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. It lies within Jackson County, of which it is the county seat. Independence is a satellite city of Kansas City, Missouri, and is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. In 2010, it had a total population of 116,830. Independence is known as the "Queen City of the Trails"... Read more »

Vitamin D and Covid-19—The Effects of Indoor Living on Immunity

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on August 28th, 2025

multi vitamins 300x200Reading Time: 3 minutesDuring the COVID-19 epidemic, many people are highly constrained to their homes. This strategy has effectively limited exposure to Coronavirus, but it may have unintended effects on our vulnerability to other types of infection. Evolution has led humans to have a physiology innately connected to the natural sun cycle. For example, most people know that Vitamin D is produced in... Read more »

Is an HGH Clinic Really Necessary?

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on August 27th, 2025

is an hgh clinic really necessary 300x200Reading Time: 3 minutesWhy do I need to come into your clinic to get an HGH prescription? A guy named Mark down at the lounge where I hang out says he'll bring me some in from Mexico. He says he has a "courier" job that takes him down there every month, and the price is 30% less than what your clinic says US-sourced... Read more »

HGH- Human Growth Hormone- Injections Can Give Couple New Energy, Enjoyment of Life

Written by Brianna Clark, Updated on August 21st, 2025

light bulb 1042480_960_720 300x199Reading Time: 4 minutesModern medicine has paved the way for groundbreaking discoveries in the quest for eternal youth and vitality. One such marvel that has captured the imagination of many is Human Growth Hormone, commonly known as HGH. This potent hormone, primarily responsible for growth during adolescence, has found its way into the lives of adults seeking a renewed sense of energy and... Read more »

Adults With Growth Hormone Deficiency Using Biosimilar Somatropin (Omnitrope®) Long-Term Face No Higher Risk Of Glucose Metabolism Disorders

Written by Brianna Clark, Updated on August 16th, 2025

Reading Time: 4 minutesObjective The purpose is to assess how treatment with recombinant human growth hormone (rhGH; Omnitrope®) impacts the possibility of developing diabetes mellitus in adults diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency (GHD) by analyzing data from the PATRO Adults post-marketing surveillance study. Methods  All adult patients over 30 years who have received more than or equal to one dose of Omnitrope® in... Read more »

Advancements in Human Growth Hormone Research: Development of a Radio-Immunoassay for Human Growth Hormone

Written by Brianna Clark, Updated on August 13th, 2025

Reading Time: 4 minutesHuman Growth Hormone (HGH), also known as somatotropin, plays a pivotal role in regulating growth, metabolism, and various physiological processes. The precise measurement of hGH levels is crucial for diagnosing growth disorders, monitoring treatment outcomes, and advancing our understanding of endocrinology. This research article explores the significant advancements in human growth hormone research, focusing on the development of a Radio-Immunoassay (RIA)... Read more »

Exciting Breakthrough Gene Therapies May Help People Enjoy Longer, Healthier Lives

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on August 12th, 2025

Reading Time: 2 minutesGeriatric Medicine, Genetics, and Endocrinology are tightly wound disciplines at the forefront of advancing medical science and technology. One of the long-term goals of these disciplines is Anti-Aging. As we learn more about the processes that induce aging, we can develop strategies to overcome those processes, thus increasing the quality of life and length of life at the same time.... Read more »

Four Common Nutrient Deficiencies Among Americans

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on August 11th, 2025

Reading Time: 3 minutesProper diet is one of the keys to longevity, good health, and Hormone Balance. Nutrition guidelines have recently been updated in the United States. While hunger is not a huge problem in America, we still have significant issues with malnutrition. The USDA and the United States Department of Health and Human Services published the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025 to... Read more »

New Study Demonstrates How Stress Hormones Contribute to Hair Loss

Written by Dr. Jonathan Peterson, Updated on August 10th, 2025

Reading Time: 2 minutesOften, science takes time to catch up to observable reality. It's long been known that chronic stress can contribute to hair loss, but we haven't been able to pinpoint the precise mechanism which causes hair to fall out. The life cycle of a strand of hair occurs in three parts. During the first stage, the hair grows from the follicle.... Read more »