THE SH1971 BLOG

Imagine that for most of human history, our ancestors walked barefoot, slept on the ground, and worked in direct contact with the Earth. Imagine also that our ancestors had incredibly low rates of body aches and pains, didn't...

In your 40s, 50s and beyond, if you're thinking hormones, you’re probably thinking about estrogen and progesterone—but don't forget testosterone: it matters for women, too. "Testosterone is just as important for health and vi...

If you still think creatine is just for bodybuilders, it’s time for a reframe.

In midlife — when estrogen dips, muscle mass declines, and brain fog creeps in — creatine might be one of the simplest, most research-backed supp...

Thank goodness for quarterly lab draws and doctor visits. I just did some lab work to make sure my hormones are balanced, and to my amazement and surprise, my Vitamin D is low. What!  I've always prided myself on having a con...

If you are even modestly inclined toward health, you've no doubt heard about GLP1s: these pharmaceutical powerhouses (brand names: Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro) that are now household names and recommended as the front line ...

I was recently talking to my friend Beth* about HRT, and she mentioned a less-than-stellar experience with her doctor, who begrudgingly put her on (the lowest dose) of hormones. After about six months of this dosage: while sh...