Men’s Hormone Health
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin and Free Testosterone—Your Normal Results May be Wrong
Are you experiencing the symptoms of low testosterone despite lab results that show a healthy total testosterone level? You’re not alone. Men are often told that their levels are perfectly normal, yet they don’t feel well. The truth is that diagnosing and confirming low testosterone is a complicated endeavor. It requires thorough lab testing and…
Read MoreHuman Growth Hormone (hGH)—The Benefits and Risks
In an effort to turn back the clock, some middle-aged men are looking to synthetic Human Growth Hormone (hGH), or compounds intended to mimic the naturally occurring stimulatory hormones that increase growth hormone production. Growth hormone in our bodies triggers physical growth during childhood and adolescent years, as well as: Regulating body composition Balancing the…
Read MoreTRT and Heart Attack Risk—Research Behind Claims Refuted
The rumor that Testosterone replacement Therapy (TRT) increases the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) events, which include heart attacks and strokes, continues to be repeated as though it were a fact. If you’re concerned about a connection between TRT and heart attacks, 2 facts you need to know are: The 2 studies most often used…
Read MoreShift Work, Poor Sleep, and Low Testosterone—Research Supports Men’s Health Risks
The demands of modern American life—erratic working hours, unreasonable deadlines, and technology that keeps us constantly plugged in—take a toll on the amount of quality sleep that a person gets. This is especially true for those who must work irregular hours to make ends meet. Shift work, schedules outside of the regular 7 AM to…
Read MoreParabens and Low Testosterone—Could Household Products Damage Your Hormone Balance?
Low testosterone diagnoses and prescriptions for supplemental testosterone have risen steadily in recent years. In response to that trend, consumers, the health industry, and medical researchers all have looked to lifestyle changes as potential treatment measures, including healthier diets and better exercise routines. It’s important to consider how your overall health affects your hormone levels,…
Read MoreHormones and Anxiety: How Imbalances Affect Your Stress Response
We are living in unprecedented times. Chaotic events that are mostly outside of our control have disrupted nearly every aspect of our lives, including our work routines, our children’s education, our health and fitness goals, and our stress relief activities that keep us on top of our games. Under these conditions, heightened anxiety has become…
Read MoreSleep and Low Testosterone—An Overlooked Connection
Chronic insufficient sleep is a serious health risk common to most modern societies, and America is no exception. In fact, Americans sleep nearly two hours less than they did 100 years ago, and approximately 33% of those employed report sleeping less than six hours each night. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Read MoreMale Hypothyroidism: Research Says Men Should Listen to Their Bodies
Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid (a butterfly-shaped gland located in front of your windpipe) fails to produce enough of its vital hormones that are required for the proper functioning of many of your bodily systems. Although many people assume this condition occurs exclusively among women, hypothyroidism also occurs in men. Male hypothyroidism can be difficult…
Read MoreSugary Beverages and Low T in Younger Men—Science Says Skip the Soda
Although most people are generally aware that sugar is bad for their health, they are unaware of the specific harms it can cause. Beyond weight gain, routinely consuming large daily quantities of sugar can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic illnesses. Medical research also continues to find evidence that…
Read MoreExercise—Not a Treatment for Clinical Low Testosterone
Muscle mass and strength are important as men age. Mounting evidence indicates these factors indicate a longer life expectancy, whereas frailty is associated with morbidity. One of the primary factors in determining the body’s ability to maintain muscle mass is a healthy testosterone level—responsible for initiating a number critical bodily systems that must be functioning…
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