And what to do about it.

Whether at your annual physical or through one of the many direct-to-consumer companies offering lab tests these days, getting your blood work done can be an effective way to gain deeper insight into ...

Plus, the potential health risks that come with it.

Do you know what your hormone levels are? Should you? Your body is home to more than 50 hormones — chemical messengers that compose the endocrine system — and hormonal changes may reflect any number ...

Emily Laurence is a journalist, freelance writer and certified health coach living in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in writing about mental health, healthy aging and overall wellness. For ...

The Hormometer is an at-home test that lets you measure cortisol and progesterone levels. The Hormometer is an at-home test that lets you measure cortisol and progesterone levels. is a senior reporter ...