Posts by Dr. Philip W. Faler, ND
Benefits of Bremelanotide
Do you feel like you simply aren’t as interested in sex these days? It’s okay, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that 40% of women and 16% of men suffer from low libido. This can be frustrating for both you and your partner. You want to be interested, but try as you might, you’re just not…
Read MoreHappy Hormones
One of the top reasons that patients seek my help, either male or female, is changes in their mood. Men often begin feeling anxious, apathetic or irritable. Women most often begin to feel apathetic and anxious. Both men and women commonly say they have a decreased interest in sex and a difficult time staying asleep.…
Read MoreIs It Age Related Depression, or Hormone Imbalance?
Depression is a very serious and life altering medical condition that effects millions of Americans every year. This mysterious condition often has no observable cause. It is most often treated with serotonin reuptake inhibitors, talk therapy or light therapy. According to the American Psychological Association, there was a 64% increase in the use of medications…
Read MoreWhy Gut Health Matters More Than Ever
I’m sure you’ve heard about the importance of “gut health” over the past few years. But what’s all the hype about? The gut microbiota (or microbiome, previously referred to as flora), has trillions of microorganisms that live in our digestive tract. When these organisms are balanced they protect us from infection, help with digestion, produce…
Read MoreOverburdened? Too much stress? Not enough sleep?
It’s 3 PM, You’re fading fast. The pot of coffee you made this morning is lukewarm at best. Maybe you should run out and buy something to get you through the rest of the day. You know you have options: an energy drink, a shot of espresso, a large soda, a Snickers from the vending…
Read MoreCommon Chemicals are Lowering your Testosterone
In our modern world, men are bombarded daily with female hormones mimickers. This silent epidemic is decreasing the root of masculinity: testosterone. Every man has some estrogen and estrogen plays an essential role in male well being. For optimal wellness men should have no less than 4 parts testosterone to 1 part estrogen. When the estrogen to testosterone ratio…
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