What Is Subcutaneous Injection?
Subcutaneous injection is a simple and gentle method used in testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) that puts the medicine right under your skin. Imagine giving a small pinch to your belly or thigh where the needle goes into the soft fat layer. This way, the medicine goes in slowly, giving steady hormone levels without big spikes. […]
What Is Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)?
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is a critical hormone that supports the reproductive system in both men and women. Produced by the pituitary gland, FSH helps control the growth, development, and function of the ovaries and testes. In women, it stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles, which are essential for ovulation and fertility. In men, it supports […]
What Is Dextrose Solution?
Dextrose solution is a liquid that goes into your vein through an IV. It’s made of sugar (called dextrose) and water. It gives your body fluids and energy at the same time. Doctors use it when you can’t drink enough water or when your body needs sugar fast. Think of a time when you were […]
What Are Exogenous Ketones?
Exogenous ketones are supplements that help your body burn fat for energy, even if you’re not following a strict keto diet. They act like a shortcut, helping your body get into fat-burning mode faster. These supplements usually contain a type of ketone called beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB). BHB quickly raises the ketone levels in your blood. This […]
What is Energy Balance?
Some days your jeans fit just right. Other days, they feel tight. That usually comes down to energy balance, the simple tug-of-warhow many calories you eat versus how many you burn. If the numbers are equal, your weight stays the same. Eat more than you burn, and you gain weight. Burn more than you eat, […]
What Is Lactated Ringer’s Solution?
You’ve probably seen the clear IV bag labeled Lactated Ringer’s solution hanging at the hospital bedside. It isn’t just salty water, this balanced fluid mimics your blood, so it slips into your bloodstream without shocking your cells. Think of it as a fast-acting drink for your veins, delivering water, sodium, potassium, calcium, chloride, and a […]
What Is An Intramuscular Injection?
You’ve probably seen nurses give shots in the arm, but did you know you can master that skill, too? An intramuscular injection (IM) is a simple way to get medicine straight into a muscle so it absorbs quickly and works fast. In this post, I’ll walk you through the basics, clear up the confusing parts, […]
What is Carbohydrate Restriction?
Carbohydrate restriction means eating fewer digestible carbs each day. The plan limits bread, rice, sweets, and sugary drinks. With less sugar coming in, the body burns stored fat for energy. This switch, called nutritional ketosis, can steady energy and mood. Clinicians use this method to support weight loss and blood-sugar control. It also improves metabolic […]
What Are Catecholamines?
Catecholamines are a group of important hormones that play a key role in the body’s response to stress, exercise, and other metabolic processes. These hormones, which include adrenaline, noradrenaline, and dopamine, are produced primarily by the adrenal glands and certain nerve endings. They help regulate heart rate, blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and the body’s […]
What Is Cholecystokinin (CCK)?
You swallow a bite of food, and within minutes your gut sends a “full” text message to your brain. The main author of that message is cholecystokinin (CCK), a tiny hormone with big jobs. It nudges your gallbladder to release bile, tells your pancreas to drip enzymes, slows your stomach’s exit valve, and taps the […]
