Needing to shave less frequently is one symptom that your testosterone levels may be low. But don’t rush to take extra T without getting the right tests, experts say. (Jose Luis Pelaez, Inc./Blend Images/Corbis) Unless you have a flawless spam filter, you’ve likely received at least one email warning you about the alleged dangers of […]
Continue reading →Testosterone prescriptions for older men in the United States have increased more than three-fold over the past decade. Recent studies linking testosterone use with increased risk of heart attack and stroke have caused widespread concern among patients and their families. A new U.S.-based study of more than 25,000 older men shows that testosterone therapy […]
Continue reading →For men with low-risk prostate cancer, low levels of testosterone may indicate a worsening of their disease. That’s the conclusion of a new study published in BJU International. The findings may help physicians identify patients with low-risk prostate cancer who should receive aggressive anticancer treatment. Men with prostate cancer that is not life threatening and […]
Continue reading →Adequate amount of testosterone allows both men and women to improve their mental and physical well being. Testosterone is required to increase both muscle strength and the bone density and also helps to decrease the fat mass. Additionally it may also help to prevent chronic diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, and also increases libido […]
Continue reading →While a connection between testosterone replacement therapy and prostate cancer has been feared for many years, a new study has revealed that not only does no such connection exist, but testosterone replacement therapy was linked to an actual decrease in mortality rates. The belief regarding the connection originated in the 1940s as a result of […]
Continue reading →A drop in libido is often blamed on a hormone imbalance like low testosterone. Yet, reduced testosterone isn’t the only culprit when it comes to your sex drive. Before considering testosterone therapy because you haven’t been feeling in the mood lately, first take a look at some of these other common reasons for a […]
Continue reading →Low testosterone levels in men bring about a number of physical symptoms like reduced sex drive and decreased muscle mass. Yet, sometimes the psychological impact of testosterone imbalance is even more debilitating. What’s the best way for men to overcome the mental effects of Low T? Your Brain on Low T There are many ways […]
Continue reading →While “Low T” is a phrase heard most often in reference to men’s health, testosterone does play an important role for women as well. For both men and women, a balance of different hormones is essential in maintaining optimal health. Could low testosterone levels have an impact on women as well as in men, […]
Continue reading →When noticing a little extra weight around the midsection, the immediate assumption is most likely “I need to eat better and work out more” rather than “My hormones must be off.” Yet, hormone imbalance may be a major contributor to challenges in losing weight and keeping it off. In fact, obesity is one of the […]
Continue reading →One of the reasons why so many men with low testosterone levels go undiagnosed for far too long is because they assume their symptoms are simply a normal part of growing older. When they do finally seek treatment from our bioidentical hormone therapy doctors, they’re often surprised to learn that the aging process doesn’t […]
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