Dr. Soyona Rafatjah

Zuranolone For Depression Does it Work Scientific Evidence [2023]
Zuranolone: Does it Work? Benefits & FDA Status [Sep. 2023]

Zuranolone is an investigative oral drug to treat depression, insomnia, and Parkinson’s disease. It was developed primarily by improving brexanolone (allopregnanolone), which is administered by injection. After completing phase III clinical trials, Biogen and Sage Therapeutics, Inc. submitted a New Drug Application for zuranolone to treat major depressive disorder and postpartum depression. On August 4,…

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How To Cure Hypothyroidism Permanently - can hypothyroidism be cured
How to Cure Hypothyroidism Permanently

Hypothyroidism, also called underactive thyroid, is a condition where the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormones to meet the body’s needs. The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck, and it plays a crucial role in regulating your metabolism, energy levels, and overall hormonal balance. When the…

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Microdosing: Scientific Evidence for Benefits & Risks [2023]
Microdosing: Scientific Evidence for Benefits & Risks [2023]

Microdosing is when you take small doses (5%-10% of a full dosage) of psychedelics (primarily LSD or psilocybin) to improve mood, reduce depression, boost creativity, and increase focus. Many benefits are supported by the available scientific evidence, but peer-reviewed science is often reserved for patented pharmaceuticals. Still, there are a lot of health benefits backed…

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colon spasms
Causes and Treatment for Spastic Colon Spasms

As many as 45 million Americans deal with colon spasms every year. They’re quite common, especially if you suffer from IBS. Colon spasms, also known as spastic colon, are sudden muscle contractions in the colon that can disrupt bowel movements.  Colon spasms may be your body’s way of letting you know there’s something wrong with…

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Natural Remedies for Anxiety
15 Natural Remedies to Effectively Overcome Anxiety Symptoms

An increasing number of people are seeking natural remedies for anxiety treatment. Anxiety is a common issue worldwide — more than 18% of adults are affected each year in the United States alone. Many factors can lead to anxiety, including genetics, environment, and lifestyle. Experiencing some anxiety is a part of life, but when it…

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Hypothyroidism vs Hyperthyroidism
Hypothyroidism vs Hyperthyroidism: Differences, Symptoms, & Treatments

Hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are both severe thyroid disorders. In hypothyroidism, the thyroid doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormone, whereas in hyperthyroidism, an overactive thyroid produces too much hormone. About 1% of American adults experience hyperthyroidism, while approximately 5% of American adults experience hypothyroidism. More than half of thyroid disease patients may not know they have a…

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hypothyroidism pregnancy
Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy: Treatment, Prevention, and Tests

Hypothyroidism is an endocrine condition in which your thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough T3 (triiodothyronine) and/or T4 (thyroxine). It’s also known as underactive thyroid. Thyroid disease in pregnancy is uncommon (3-5 occurrences per every 1,000 pregnancies). Even if you didn’t deal with diagnosed thyroid issues before conception, it’s possible to develop maternal hypothyroidism.  2-3% of…

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how to lose weight with hypothyroidism
6 Steps to Lose Weight with Hypothyroidism

Weight gain is one of the first symptoms of hypothyroidism and indicates that the endocrine system is experiencing issues.  Can you lose weight when you have hypothyroidism? Yes, you can lose weight with hypothyroidism through lifestyle changes in diet, eating patterns, stress, and workouts. As many as 60% of people with thyroid disease don’t know…

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