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Hormonal Treatment of Acne
Acne is thought to be initiated by the effect of masculinising hormones called "androgens" on oil glands that, during puberty, enlarge and become increasingly sensitive. This results in excessive oil secretion and blockage of pores, which leads to the initial non-inflamed spots of acne (whiteheads and blackheads). Hormonal therapy for acne is, therefore, meant to interrupt this initial phase of this cascading sequence of acne development. More →
Hormonal contraceptives and muscle gains
Many women worry that their contraceptives are impeding their gains in the gym. It’s true that women with normal hormonal environments aren’t going to make the same gains as men because men’s natural production of androgens (so-called “male hormones”) is so much higher than women’s. Oral contraceptives also appear to inhibit excess androgen production. But in practice, contraceptives probably won’t noticeably hinder your development of strength, speed, or muscle. More →
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