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Part 1: An Overview of the Steroidogenic Pathways

The steroidogenic pathways involve the synthesis of steroid hormones from cholesterol. The biosynthesis of steroid hormones in the adrenals, ovaries, testes, placenta, brain, and skin are regulated by tropic hormones and other signaling pathways (46). Disruptions in cholesterol synthesis and metabolism may lead to complications in the production of the hormones synthesized via the steroidogenic pathways (53). Read More

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Some tips to manage your Blood Pressure

Hypertension affects now days approximately 30% of worldwide.  Here are some foods to add to your daily menu to lower BP.
1. Chocolate (dark)
2. Olive Oil
3. Beets
4. Garlic
5. Watermelon
6. Pomegranate
7. Chokeberry
8. Pistachio Nuts
9. Coconut Water
10. Flaxseeds
11. Whole Grains
12. Sesame Oil
13. Hibiscus Tea
14. Gazpacho Soup
15. Kiwi Fruit
16. Blueberries
17. Concord Grapes
18. Cinnamon
19. Cardamom Read More

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Acupuncture in the Big Healthcare Arena

MEDICAL GUIDELINE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACUPUNCTURE
While acupuncture enjoys high-level clinical evidence for dozens of conditions, translating trial research into official medical guidelines can take time. However, a recent review examined clinical guideline recommendations from around the world made by a variety of groups including government health institutions, national guidelines, and medical specialty groups. Over a 27 year period, they found 2189 positive recommendations for acupuncture for 204 health problems, mainly in guidelines published in North America, Europe and Australasia.
These official recommendations indicate that acupuncture’s evidence is now acknowledged by medical experts and that acupuncture is no longer ‘alternative,’ but part of the system.
Indeed, this new data illustrates that acupuncture is one of the most widely recommended treatments in modern medicine.