We all agree that testosterone is the ‘manliest’ hormone responsible for several metabolic and sexual functions in males. For example, based on several studies and clinical data, it can be safely assumed that adequate testosterone levels are responsible for puberty-related changes in adolescent males in addition to primary and secondary sexual maturation. Likewise, low testosterone levels in the male population are associated with several hazardous effects (physical, emotional, metabolic as well as vasomotor).
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Think Testosterone is "Just for Men"? Think Again
Posted by Tina Jones, N.P. on May 5, 2015 11:40:00 AM
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What Are the Benefits of Testosterone Replacement Therapy?
Posted by Tina Jones, N.P. on Feb 27, 2015 11:00:00 AM
When men start to experience the symptoms of "low t", they seek out a solution to restore their youth and vitality. Testosterone replacement therapy works to restore lost hormones so that issues like erectile dysfunction, reduced muscle mass and sleep apnea do not occur. This is critical because when men start to lose this hormone, they enter a state referred to as andropause. This is similar to female menopause and it can cause a variety of uncomfortable symptoms. Understanding the benefits of hormone replacement therapy allows you to make the right decision for your health.
Topics: Hormone Therapy, Testosterone
So What is Testosterone?
Testosterone is a hormone produced by the body. It is predominantly a male reproductive hormone, but it is also present in women in much smaller amounts. Testosterone has many roles in the body, including:
- Maintain reproductive tissues
- Maintaining and stimulating sexual function
- Maintaining bone strength
- Stimulating the production of sperm
- Increasing muscle strength and mass
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There are many types of natural testosterone therapy, which calls for differentiation between them to fully answer the question as to whether they are safe. When you are looking into natural options, you want to find one that replaces low testosterone with something that is identical to the hormone. Bio-identical hormone therapy, for example, replaces testosterone with plant-derived substances that are identical to the testosterone that the body already produces.
Topics: Hormone Therapy, Testosterone
What Are the Physical Signs and Symptoms of Low Testosterone?
Posted by Tina Jones, N.P. on Feb 15, 2015 12:00:00 PM
Testosterone is a critical hormone, especially in the male body. When testosterone levels start to decrease with age, this can cause an array of health issues, including a number of physical health effects. It is important to be able to identify these so that once they occur, you can quickly get the help necessary to improve your testosterone level to alleviate your symptoms.
Topics: Testosterone, Andropause
Testosterone plays many roles in the body, from ensuring optimal male reproductive health to promoting muscle mass and bone density in men. When testosterone levels decrease with age, this can cause a wide array of health issues and discomforts. Understanding how age affects these hormone levels can help men get the help that they require before their levels get too low, impacting everything from their sex life to their overall physique.
Topics: Testosterone, Andropause
Can Testosterone Therapy Promote Youth and Vitality?
Posted by Tina Jones, N.P. on Feb 10, 2015 1:00:00 PM
Testosterone therapy works to replace the testosterone that gets lost with age. This is important because when you start to lose testosterone, it can affect your physical and sexual vitality. Things like fatigue and erectile dysfunction are not uncommon as testosterone levels decrease. It is important to replace the lost testosterone in order to avoid the negative effects and maintain your youthful vitality.
Topics: Hormone Therapy, Testosterone
Testosterone is a vital androgen (male) hormone that is responsible for several crucial functions.
What are the possible physical and psychological implications of experiencing reduced testosterone levels?
The production of testosterone increases during puberty and tends to decline during the mid-thirties. After the age of thirty, testosterone levels begin to decrease at roughly 1% every year. According to a study conducted by the ADA (American Diabetes Association), approximately 13 million American males have reduced testosterone levels.
Topics: Hormone Imbalance, Testosterone