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Physiological Shifts

Meaning

Physiological Shifts are significant, measurable changes in the body’s fundamental biological state, often involving major alterations in hormonal balance, metabolic set points, or systemic inflammatory status. These shifts can be either natural and expected, such as pubertal, perimenopausal, or andropausal transitions, or they can be therapeutically induced, resulting from intentional interventions or profound, sustained lifestyle modifications. Understanding and anticipating these shifts is crucial for proactive clinical management and sustained health optimization.