Health Gallery Nutrition Center

Box 283, Gold Beach, Or 97444
1-541-247-7077

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THE LATEST APPROACH TO PERSONAL HEALTH CARE IS NOW AVAILABLE AT THE HEALTH GALLERY!

The latest preventive health aids available at the Health Gallery are non invasive, inexpensive, at-home laboratory health screens. Arrangements have been made with a professional lab to supply us with these specific test kits. The saliva hormone level testing kits can provide a tremendous opportunity for accurate and convenient health conditions directly to the consumer allowing them to take control of their own health and personal care. In addition to the saliva hormone tests, the Osteo Check or Urine Deoxypyridinoline Test, monitors bone health and detects a key marker earlier than conventional methods to detect any tendency to osteoporosis.

Estradiol is the most potent of the three major estrogens. Many women show signs and symptoms of estrogen deficiency, while most women above this level level have sufficient estrogenic effect so they are not symptomatic.

Too little estradiol is linked to accelerated bone loss and an increased risk for heart disease. Excess estradiol is linked to breast cancer. So, you can see it is important to try to keep estrogen levels within their proper range. Low estrogen levels can be raised by taking estrogen supplements. Cost $49.

Progesterone is as important as estradiol in maintaining female function. Like estrogen, it important that progesterone levels be in their proper range. Low levels of progesterone have been associated with dysfunctional uterine bleeding and may play a role in osteoporosis and other age-associated condition. To reduce some of the side effects of estrogen replacement therapy, especially the increased risk of endometrial cancer, progesterone if often combined with estrogen in hormone replacement therapy during menopause. Elevated levels of progesterone are linked to anxiety, depression, and breast tenderness. Low levels of progesterone can be raised by supplementing progesterone cream. The herb chasteberry (vitrex) has also been shown to raise progesterone levels. Cost $49.

Testosterone is largely responsible for the distinguishing characteristics of the masculine body. Testosterone deficiency in men is characterized by decreased sperm count, decreased libido, impotence, fatigue, osteoporosis, and muscular atrophy. Testosterone excess is characterized by acne, increased body hair and other secondary sex characteristics of men, aggressive behavior, and is linked to prostate cancer. For low testosterone levels, DHEA can be used. Cost $49.

Testosterone, in the adult female, plays an important role in maintaining lean body mass, bone density, skin elasticity, libido, and blood cell production. Low testosterone levels have been linked to increased risk for osteoporosis, decreased lean body mass, decreased libido, and may suggest insufficient ovarian or adrenal function. Elevated testosterone levels are linked to masculinization, increased body and facial hair, acne, and ovarian cysts. For low testosterone levels, DHEA can be used. Cost $49.

DHEA is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that is also a popular "nutritional" supplement. The primary role of DHEA in the body is to act as a precursor (building block) for steroid hormones including testosterone and estrogen. A number of studies have demonstrated that declining levels of DHEA are linked to such conditions as diabetes, obesity, elevated cholesterol levels, heart disease, arthritis, and autoimmune diseases. In addition, DHEA supplementation shows promise in enhancing memory and improving mental function in the elderly as well as increasing muscle strength and lean body mass, activating immune function, and enhancing quality of life in aging men and women.

DHEA can raise both estrogen and testosterone levels. Excess DHEA is linked to prostate cancer in men and breast cancer in women. Saliva tests for testosterone and estrogen levels can be helpful in evaluating the need for DHEA or revealing excess DHEA in the body. Cost $49.

Cortisol is one of the main hormones secreted by the adrenal gland - a small gland that sits on top of each kidney and often referred as the "stress gland" because it is the main hormone responsible for responding to stress and physical exercise. However, if a person is over-training or suffering from undue stress, cortisol excess can lead to fatigue, allergies, loss of lean muscle mass, and possibly, decreased physical performance. Elevated cortisol levels may be a sign of stress. Cost $49.

Melatonin regulates your sleep patterns. Having proper melatonin levels supports the body's natural ability to induce and sustain a healthy sleep cycle. Release of melatonin is stimulated by darkness and suppressed by light. Melatonin is secreted by the pineal gland. A low test reading would indicate a need for melatonin supplement. Cost $49.

OSTEO URINE TEST - Taking care of your bones as early as possible can help to ensure better bone structure in your later years. An effective method of early analysis is the Urine Deoxypyridinoline Test which provides an assessment of the rate of bone loss while BMD confirms bone density at one point in time. The Dpd test provides an assessment of the rate of bone loss while BMD confirms bone density at one point in time. The rate of bone resorption can be high, yet a BMD could still appear normal. An effective evaluation of bone health would include both tests. The rate of bone resorption can be high, yet a BMD could still appear normal. Cost $90.

Lab results for each test will be reviewed for each client. An explanation will be provided along with recommendations including helpful supplements, diet and life style changes at no extra cost. There is a cost reduction on more than one test.

Thought For Day - We hide the love that is within us from ourselves and then we seek it outside ourselves, where it can never be found.

November Special Issue
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