Men's Health
Men also experience natural declines in hormones
By the age of 40 most men have lost half the amount of testosterone than they had when they were 18, this drop in hormone level is called andropause.
While the decline is more gradual than in menopausal women, it is still present and shouldn’t be overlooked.
Common signs and symptoms of low testosterone include:
- Decreased motivation
- Decreased self-confidence
- Difficulty remembering things
- Erectile dysfunction
- Increased nervousness
- Reduced muscle mass and strength
- Reduced body hair
- Breast enlargement
Optimizing your testosterone level has been shown to not only improve energy level, insomnia, mental clarity, mood, motivation, muscle mass, sexual function but also has been linked to decreased risks of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease.
There are options when it comes to your hormone balance. You can achieve great results with lifestyle, diet, nutrients, herbs, and/or hormone replacement therapy.
DHEA and testosterone are the most common hormones prescribed for male hormone optimization.
Forms of hormone replacement include:
- Topical creams/gels
- Troche/lozenges
- Injections
- Pellets
