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Definition, Importance, Types- Know All  Hormones, by definition, are substances which are secreted by a tissue in the body to effect change in another tissue. Therefore, hormones do not necessarily control women but are crucial to a woman’s overall health. Understanding how female sex hormones work is important if you want to understand the female psychology, predisposition and sexual tendencies. What are Female Sex Hormones? Female sex hormones are the hormones that bring about secondary sexual characteristics in women during puberty. These characteristics include breast enlargement, menstruation, widening of the hips and increased vascularization of the skin. These hormones are normally produced in the female gonads. They control physical and sexual development in women as well as the ovulation cycle. What is the Importance of Female Sex Hormones? Female sex hormones are of utmost importance in the continuation of the human species in the following...

What are Hormones? Hormones are a type of molecule that originates in the endocrine glands. They greatly influence the growth and development process, metabolism and sexual function. The correct functioning of hormones is vital for the physical and emotional well-being of people. Correct hormonal levels also influence mood. Hormones are a kind of messenger that communicates with the rest of the body through the bloodstream, initiating necessary mechanisms (such as metabolism) and regulating others (such as the sexual function). 10 Types of hormones, their functions, and foods that help regulate them 1-Oxytocin-Types of Hormones Within the different types of hormones, you are likely to be familiar with the hormone oxytocin, since it is also known as the “Birth Hormone.” Among its functions, it helps to regulate in the Central Nervous System (CNS) different adaptive behaviors, such as social behaviors, and patterns of sexual functioning. In addition, it is responsible ...

Sickle cell anemia Sickle cell disease is a genetic blood disorder that affect the hemoglobin within the red blood cell.. Sickle cell anemia is an inherited form of anemia — a condition in which there aren't enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen throughout your body. Normally, your red blood cells are flexible and round, moving easily through your blood vessels. In sickle cell anemia, the red blood cells become rigid and sticky and are shaped like sickles or crescent moons. These irregularly shaped cells can get stuck in small blood vessels, which can slow or block blood flow and oxygen to parts of the body. There's no cure for most people with sickle cell anemia. But treatments and management can relieve pain and help prevent problems associated with the disease. Symptoms Signs and symptoms of sickle cell anemia, which vary from person to person and change over time, include: Anemia. Sickle cells break apart easi...

WHAT IS RESISTANCE IN HIV Resistance is when HIV virus change itself  and ARV drug can no longer work again. WHAT CAN CAUSE RESISTANCE.. (1) When you stop your ARV drugs.... (2) when you are skipping your ARV drugs. (3) When you are not taking it at the right time.. (4) When you have unprotected sex with somebody who is having a resistance virus... HOW CAN RESISTANCE VIRUS BE PREVENTED.... 100% perfect adherence to ARV drugs... WHAT IS ADHERENCE .....means sticking to the rules and regulation guiding your care and management of HIV... --- Adherence means your ability to follow your treatment plan... REQUIREMENT OF ADHERENCE  (1) Take your ARV drugs everyday ( 2) Take your ARV drugs at the right time.. (3) Take it the right way ( with water ).. (4) Take the dose and combination of ARV drugs... CELLGEVITY STRONGEST IMMUNE BOOSTER.. BOOST YOUR CD4 CELLS TO PREVENT CONFECTION... THINGS TO AVOID ....( WHEN TAKING ARV DRUGS).... (1) ALCOHOL (2) HE...

THE BEST FERTILITY BOOSTING FOOD     Citrus Fruits Not only are oranges, grapefruits and other citrus fruits one of the best sources for vitamin C, they’re also packed with potassium, calcium and folate—a B vitamin that can help you get pregnant by regulating ovulation and creating a healthy environment for eggs. You should aim for at least one serving of citrus fruit each day (try a medium-size grapefruit, a large orange, three clementines or one kiwi) in addition to another serving of fruits. Photo: Thinkstock   Leafy Greens Eating dark green veggies like spinach, kale and Swiss chard is one of the best ways to take in essential prenatal nutrients like calcium, iron (especially important when you’re menstruating) and folate, which also protects against birth defects in the brain and spine that can develop in the first few weeks of pregnancy. Since it can take a few weeks to even know you’re pregnant, it...