Men’s Hormone Health
The Price of Perpetual Stress—Soldiers, Veterans, and Low Testosterone
If I asked you to list medical conditions associated with soldiers in our military (active duty or veterans), low testosterone likely wouldn’t cross your mind, the assumption being that soldiers’ testosterone levels would be high. After all, these brave people have a well-deserved masculine reputation for rigorous training, extreme fitness, and their ability to perform…
Read MoreFeeling Like You Again: The Emotional Benefits of TRT
Healthy testosterone levels, restored and maintained by a regimented TRT protocol, counter the sinister ways that chronic Low T has worn away the you that you recognize. There are emotional benefits of TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) that most people suffering from Low T have never considered, such as: The improvement and stabilization of your mood Restoration of…
Read MoreTRT Health Benefits: Better Overall Health
The unpleasant symptoms associated with hypogonadism (the medical term for low testosterone) that generally grab men’s attention and motivate them to look into TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) are fatigue and diminished sex drive. However, the benefits of TRT go beyond that boost of energy and motivation. Healthy testosterone levels, restored and maintained by a regimented TRT protocol,…
Read MoreLow Testosterone Myths—Learn the Truth
Myths surrounding health and medicine have always swirled about—loose conclusions stated as fact despite little evidence. Even though we’re living now in an age where medical conclusions are backed with reliable research, myths about low testosterone and its treatment, TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy), persist. Arguments for and against TRT cover a wide spectrum from the mostly…
Read MoreLow Testosterone Under 40—Research Finds Cases in Young Men Are on the Rise
Low T is often written off by men under 40 as a problem for “older” men—just part of the inevitable aging process and something they don’t need to think much about. However, an increasing number of men aged 40 and younger are now also experiencing a significant decline in testosterone levels, which can cause the…
Read MoreLow Testosterone and Dementia—A Comprehensive Study Finds Further Evidence of a Connection
While we know men with low testosterone may suffer bouts of depression, anxiety, mood swings, and irritability, there may be more serious cognitive concerns that come with poor male hormone health. Methodologically sound scientific data continues to uncover trends that associate clinically low testosterone with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Low Testosterone and Dementia: The Research…
Read MoreDoes Being Overweight Cause Low T, or Is It the Other Way Around?—The Cycle of Male Hormonal Imbalance
Obesity is recognized by many medical experts as the most effective predictor of low testosterone in men, with obesity and poor hormonal balance frequently co-occurring to produce a state of poor health that significantly reduces their quality of life. This correlation that exists between being overweight and the presence of low testosterone leads many to…
Read MorePreventing Muscle Loss—Researchers Find Testosterone Improves Results
Losing weight is tough. Not only is it challenging to shed the initial unwanted pounds and shrink your waistline, it’s a significant challenge to keep the weight off. You also have to consider the effects your new diet has on your body as a whole, including the possibility of simultaneous muscle loss and weakness. However,…
Read MoreOpiates and Low Testosterone: The Risks and Mitigating Treatment Options You Need to Know
It may seem out of character for a blog about the treatment of low testosterone to be addressing opiates and pain management, but research shows long-term use can affect your endocrine system and cause hormone imbalances like Low T. Many people are aware of the increasing epidemic of opioid abuse in the United States. The…
Read MoreDHEA for Men: Does It Work?
DHEA is short for dehydroepiandrosterone, a steroid hormone that’s naturally produced in men’s adrenal glands and liver. DHEA is a precursor, which means it helps in the production of other hormones including testosterone and estrogen. Men are looking into and experimenting with DHEA over-the-counter supplements in order to: Fight the aging process Boost physical performance Improve depression…
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