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Two women having fun with face masks on discussing what testosterone does for women.  

Forgot testosterone being simply a male hormone. It has amazing benefits for women too. But what exactley does testosterone do for women? Read this blog to find out. 

What Does Testosterone Do for Women? | Hormones + You

What Does Testosterone Do for Women? 

A women in bed with period cramps one of the common symptoms of unbalances hormones. 

It's 2025 and time to take control on your health and this starts with your hormones. Here are common symptoms of unbalanced hormone you need to leave back in 2024.

Stop Putting Up with These Hormone Symptoms | Hormones + You

Stop Putting Up with These Hormone Symptoms

Most of us do it but not many of us talk about it. But how does masturbation affect your hormones and does it increase your testosterone? Let's find out. 

Does Masturbating Increase Testosterone? | Hormones + You

Does Masturbating Increase Testosterone?

Christmas eggnog smoothie, one of our festive recipes to boost libido.  

How exactly are self-love and hormones connected? Let’s break it down.


Self-Love and Hormones - Hormones + You

4 Festive Recipes to Boost Your Libido 

4 Festive Recipes To Boost Your Libido

Self-Love and Hormones - Let's Talk

Unfortunately, the cold weather isn’t as kind to your hormones. With this in mind, here are four ways to support your hormones during the winter.

4 Ways to Support Your Hormones in the Winter - Hormones + You

4 Ways to Support Your Hormones in the Winter

Are You Addicted to Cortisol? 

6 Ways to Overcome Your Period Insomnia

Can the Pill Cause PCOS? 

5 Easy Snack Recipes to Boost Your ENERGY

5 Easy Snack Recipes to Boost Your Testosterone

How to level up your workouts with cycle syncing exercise

6 Ways to Raise Your Testosterone Levels 

Discover effective hormone treatments with our accessible solutions. Learn about the patient journey from consultation to receiving your personalized prescription.

Your Journey to Personalised Hormone Treatment

Why High-Quality Hormones Matter

Progesterone - what is it good for? Well, when it comes to your hormonal health - (almost) absolutely everything.

Do You Need Progesterone Cream?

Do You Need PMS Cream? Let’s Find Out

There are plenty of simple lifestyle tweaks you can make to heal hormonal imbalances and bring you and your hormones back to equilibrium.

Top lifestyle changes to heal hormonal imbalances

Let’s dive into more detail about how stress and gut health are linked and what you can do to keep your gut in good health. 


How are stress and gut health linked?

PMS vs PMDD: how could they be ruining my mental health? 

PMS vs PMDD: How could they be ruining my mental health?

A healthy sleeping pattern is essential for you to be firing on all cylinders. So, what can be done if trying to fall asleep has turned into a bit of a nightmare and why might pharmaceutical grade melatonin be the answer you are looking for? 

Why you might need pharmaceutical grade melatonin

Stressed women with hormone imbalance 

While we wouldn't want to stress you out anymore, we thought that it would be a nice idea to explain what all this worry is doing to your hormones.

Stress and hormones: can stress cause hormonal imbalance?

Stress and hormones: Can Stress Cause Hormonal Imbalance?

Hormonal health: top female pioneers 


We explore the unique relationship between mental health and hormones as well as the vital role that testosterone plays.

Exploring Mental Health And Hormones - Blog

Mental Health And Hormones

Gut health and hormones are related in a variety of ways. In this most recent blog we explore just how they impact your life.

Gut Health And Hormones: Exploring Their Relationship

Gut Health And Hormones: Exploring Their Unique Relationship

Gut Health And Hormones

How do hormones impact fertility? We decided to explore this complex relationship and what it might mean for you.

Hormones And Fertility: Everything You Need To Know

Hormone hacks are all the rage in 2024. We explore the most commonly referenced solutions and review just how effective they might be.

Hormone Hacks - Yay Or Nay? We Explore

Hormone Hacks - Yay or Nay?

Looking to find out, what is a Cyster? Luckily for you we cover everything you need to know in this informative guide.

What is a Cyster? - Blog - Hormones & You

What is a Cyster?

A common question we often get asked is does progesterone increase your sex drive? We explored this in more detail in our recent blog.

Does Progesterone Increase Sex Drive? - Blog - Hormones + You

Does Progesterone Increase Sex Drive?

Christmas Stress Hormones

Can the stress that occurs during the festive period cause hormone imbalance? We explore the relationship between the two

Can Christmas Stress Cause Hormone Imbalance? - Blog - Hormones + You

Can Christmas Stress Cause Hormone Inbalance?

Can Christmas Stress Cause Hormone Imbalance?

Low Libido In Winter can occur for a variety of reasons. We decided to explore how the different seasons impact your sex drive.

Low Libido In Winter? We Explore - Blog - Hormones + You

Low Libido In Winter?

Low Libido In Winter? A Myth Or Reality

Buying melatonin online can be a risky process, especially buying it from abroad without a prescription. Learn more about what we discovered in our recent study.

Melatonin Online - Beware Of Cheap Imports

Melatonin Online - Beware Of Cheap Imports From Abroad


Melatonin Online - Beware Of Low Quality Sellers From Abroad

Can PMS Affect Sleep? We explore this common question and uncover the science and statistics behind it.

Can PMS Affect Sleep? - Blog - Hormones + You

Can PMS Affect Sleep?

Can PMS Affect Your Sleep

Finding The Best Quality Melatonin - Hormones & You

Finding The Best Quality Melatonin

We explore famous aphrodisiacs and the roots behind their mythical claims. Which ones work and which dont?

Famous Aphrodisiacs - The Best & Worst - Blog 

Famous aphrodisiacs - The best, the worst, and other ways to boost your sex drive. 

Famous Aphrodisiacs - The best, the worst, and other ways to boost your sex drive

Does sleeping naked increase testosterone levels?

Is is true? Does sleeping naked increase testosterone levels? We decided to find out

Does Sleeping Naked Increase Testosterone Levels? - Blog

Does Sleeping Naked Increase Testosterone Levels?

Does Sleeping Naked Increase Testosterone Levels

Getting enough sleep can be a lot easier said than done but melatonin supplements can help. But are they safe to use? Find out with Hormones And You.


Are Melatonin Supplements Safe? | Hormones And You

Are Melatonin Supplements Safe?

At Hormones and You, we help you take charge of your health. Discover how to manage your stress level and prevent it from ruining your sex drive in our blog.
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The Connection Between Stress And Sex Drive | Hormones And You

The Connection Between Stress And Sex Drive


Long-term relationships can have lots of perks, but the spark can sometimes die out. Learn how to combat libido changes in long-term relationships in our blog. 


Libido In Long-Term Relationships | Hormones And You

How to Combat Libido Changes In Long-Term Relationships

Melatonin has become a buzzword when it comes to losing sleep. But what exactly is it and does it make a difference? Find out with Hormones And You.

What Is Melatonin? A Guide | Hormones And You

What Is Melatonin And How Can It Make Me Sleep Better?

What Is Melatonin and How Can It Help Me Sleep?

How To Increase Melatonin | Hormones And You

How To Increase Melatonin Levels For Enhanced Sleep


Sleeping through the night can be tough, but we can help. Learn more with Hormones and You, and discover how to sleep through the night without waking up.


How To Sleep Through The Night Without Waking Up

Low libido affects almost all of us at some point in our lives. There are ways to boost it, but does exercise increase sex drive? Find out with Hormones and You.

Does Exercise Increase Sex Drive?  | Hormones And You

Does Exercise Increase Sex Drive?

Sleeping isn't always easy. If you’re wondering, "why can't I sleep at night even when I'm tired?", we have the answer at Hormones And You.

Why Can't I Sleep At Night Even When I'm Tired? | Get In Touch

Why Can't I Sleep At Night Even When I'm Tired?

Finding it hard to wake up in the morning? It happens to us all. But don’t just sleep on it, read our expert guide and learn how to get the forty winks you need.

Why Do I Feel Tired When I Wake Up? | Hormones And You

Why Do I Feel Tired When I Wake Up?

It’s a question many of us have asked ourselves: does taking the contraceptive pill reduce your sex drive? Get the facts from the experts at Hormones And You.

Does The Pill Reduce Libido? | Hormones And You | Contact Us

Does The Pill Reduce Libido?

Breast pain before your period is more common than you realise. Keep reading to discover what causes it and how you can deal with it in our guide right here.

How To Deal With Breast Pain Before Your Period  | Contact Us

How To Deal With Breast Pain Before Your Period

Weight gain is a common PMS symptom, but it can be tough to deal with. Discover everything you need to know to tackle weight gain during your period here. 

Weight Gain During Your Period | Hormones + You

Weight Gain During Your Period: What’s That About?

Period bloating can be a nightmare each month. But these top tips will show you how to beat it. Discover how to stop period bloating in our latest blog post.

How To Stop Period Bloating | Hormones + You | Contact Us

How To Stop Period Bloating

PMS symptoms are normal, but is nausea one of them? If you’re curious about why you feel sick before your period, find the answers in our PMS nausea guide. 

PMS Nausea: Feeling Sick Before Your Period | Hormones + You

PMS Nausea: Feeling Sick Before Your Period

PMS Nausea

ADHD And PMS: How Are They Connected?

As our bodies change with age, so too do our hormones — and that includes PMS. Learn more about how PMS changes with age in our expert guide.

Does PMS Get Worse With Age? | Hormones + You | Contact Us

Does PMS Get Worse With Age?

PMS and pregnancy symptoms can be quite similar, but how can you tell the difference? Our useful guide explains PMS vs pregnancy symptoms.

PMS Vs Pregnancy Symptoms: How To Tell The Difference

Premenstrual syndrome is an unpleasant condition, but you don’t need to let it take over your life. Learn all about PMS & how to manage it in our handy guide.

What Is PMS? Premenstrual Syndrome Guide | Hormones + You

What Is PMS?

Loss of libido is a common (but unwelcome) symptom of menopause. But don’t just put up with it — learn how to increase your sex drive post-menopause here.

Menopause And Libido Explained | Hormones + You | Contact Us

Menopause And Libido Explained

Depression is a common condition, but did you know that depression and libido are linked? Read about the relationship between depression and sex drive here.

Depression And Libido: Is There A Link? | Hormones + You

Depression And Libido: Is There A Link?

Lost that loving feeling? Learn how to increase your libido and rediscover desire with our expert guide. Start your treatment today by taking our online quiz.

How To Increase Libido In Women: Sex Drive Tips | Get In Touch

How To Increase Libido In Women

Low libido is more common than you think — but there are things you can do to treat it. Learn all about reduced sex drive and how to treat it here.

Low Libido: Why It Happens And How To Treat It

This article addresses the 5 amazing ways progesterone can help with weight loss, from how it combats sugar cravings to how it reduces fluid retention.


5 Amazing Ways Progesterone Helps Weight Loss | H+Y

5 Amazing Ways Progesterone Helps Weight Loss


In this article, we take a look at the fundamental differences between synthetic and bioidentical hormones and why they differ from one another. Read on...


Synthetic Vs Bioidentical Hormones: They Are Not The Same

We talk about the different stages of the menstrual cycle, from follicular to luteal, and what to eat in each phase depending on where you are in your cycle. 


Cycle Syncing: What To Eat In Each Phase Of Your Cycle

Did you know that only 30% of women can correctly label the female anatomy? Time to learn your vulva from your vigina. Visit our blog post to find out more. 


The Female Anatomy: Do You Really Know Your Vulva?

In this article, we explain how stress can cause hormonal imbalance. We also take a look at the steps you can take to help prevent & manage stress effectively.


Can Stress Cause Hormonal Imbalance? | Hormones + You

Can Stress Cause Hormonal Imbalance?


Does your menstrual cycle impact your workout? Find out why and how to sync your exercise routine with your cycle for maximum effect here. 


 How To Sync Your Workout Routine With Your Menstrual Cycle

Too much of a good thing can be wonderful — unless it's exercise. Too much can result in overtraining syndrome, resulting in hormone imbalance.


Overtraining Syndrome And Hormone Imbalance | Get In Touch

Overtraining Syndrome And Hormone Imbalance 


In this article, we take a look at all the different ways in which you can keep your vagina healthy and your oestrogen levels up in your late 30s and early 40s.


How To Keep Your Vagina Healthy In Your 30s And 40s

How To Keep Your Vagina Healthy In Your 30s And 40s?

Many women have low progesterone & if you’re one of them you probably feel like your hormones are out of control. Take a look at how you can treat it.

Low Progesterone: What Is It And What Can You Do About It?

Period blood can relay important and helpful information about your health and hormones. So why are we still scared to talk about it? We take a closer look. 


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