HRT: Choosing the Right Fit Between Systemic and Local Estrogen Therapy
Hormone replacement therapy, or HRT, is used to replenish the levels of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone which fluctuate and decline as we age. Supplementing these hormones helps fight the symptoms of menopause and helps prevent the development of long-term illnesses that can result from long-term hormone deficiencies. The goal of HRT is to enable the […]
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and Its Impact on Depression and Anxiety
Hormone replacement therapy, or HRT, is used to replenish the levels of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone which fluctuate and decline due to age or illness. Supplementing these hormones helps fight the symptoms of menopause and helps prevent the development of long-term diseases that can result from long-term hormone deficiencies. The goal of HRT is to […]
TRT and Testosterone: Unpacking Myths and Truths of Male Hormonal Cycles
Unlike women who go through a hormonal cycle every month, men go through a hormonal cycle every twenty-four hours. Men have about ten times more testosterone than women, and even though men also make estrogen and progesterone, they make it in much smaller amounts. The male hormonal cycle is affected by how much testosterone is […]
Men and HRT: The Modern-Day Choices
Hormone replacement therapy, or HRT, is an increasing popular modern-day health choice for men who are suffering from an imbalance of hormones. HRT helps men feel healthier, more energetic, and more mentally sharp. While they sound similar, testosterone replacement therapy, or TRT, and hormone replacement therapy, HRT, are different in their approach. TRT usually addresses […]
What Impact Do Elevated Estrogen Levels Have on Men?
Do men need estrogen? While most people think of estrogen as the “female” hormone and testosterone as the “male” hormone, both testosterone and estrogen are needed for male and female bodies to function properly. Higher levels of testosterone are found in men and higher levels of estrogen are found in women and even though estrogen […]
Yes, Andropause! A Comprehensive Look at Male Menopause
What is andropause? Andropause is a time in a man’s life when he produces less testosterone. Menopause in women is generally a rather rapid hormonal change while andropause in men is much more gradual and happens later in life. Approximately only about 30 percent of men in their 50s will experience reduced testosterone related changes […]
Thyroid & Testosterone: The Hidden Dance of Hormonal Health
Thyroid hormones, including thyroxine and triiodothyronine, are produced by the thyroid gland in the neck. These hormones regulate metabolism, energy levels, and body temperature and influence every cell and organ in the body. Thyroid hormones are critical for early brain development and metabolic activity. Testosterone, the primary male sex hormone, is produced in the male […]
The Pituitary Gland and Your Health
Why is the pituitary gland important? Why should you be concerned with the health of your pituitary gland? After all, it’s only a small pea-shaped gland that weighs less than a gram. Well, the pituitary gland which is often called the master gland is needed to perform many important functions. It produces and releases several […]
Senior Sexual Health: Why It Matters and How We Can Help to Address It
Sexual health is important at all ages. We are sexual beings, and this does not change just because we get older. Maintaining an active sex life, whether with a partner or alone, is important for many reasons. Sexual activity burns calories, increases muscle tone, improves mood and disposition, helps with mind clarity, supports a stronger […]
The Role of Human Growth Hormones in Weight Loss
Human growth hormone also known as HGH or somatotropin is a natural hormone the pituitary gland releases that promotes growth and a healthy metabolism in children. Once the growth plates in the body have fused, HGH no longer promotes height, but is still needed by the body. HGH is needed for the body to maintain […]
