What is Testosterone?
Testosterone is a hormone that is produced by the human body and is important for the development and maintenance of male characteristics.
It plays a key role in the growth and development of the male reproductive system, as well as muscle mass, bone density, and body hair.
Testosterone is also involved in the production of red blood cells and the regulation of mood and energy levels.
Some potential benefits of testosterone include improved sexual function, increased muscle mass and strength, improved bone density, and improved mood and cognition
Testosterone reaches its peak during puberty and begins to decline by age 30. However, in the past 20 years we have seen a decline in men’s testosterone levels unseen in documented history.
Common Sign and Symptoms Of Low Testosterone
Low libido
Erectile Dysfunction
Low Energy
Increase Fat
Osteoporosis
Depression
More Frequent Injuries
Longer recover times
Urinary issues
Hot Flashes
Night sweats
Cardio Issues
Hair Loss
Male Breast
Mood changes
Brain Fog
It’s estimated that nearly 1 in 3 men suffer from low testosterone. As men get older, their testosterone levels drop at a rate of approximately 1% per year after age 30
Aging is not the only cause of Low Testosterone or hypogonadism.
Many causative factors can contribute to this ever growing condition such as
obesity, metabolic syndromes, pre- diabetes and type 2 diabetes
Head Injuries
Testicle Injuries
Prescribes medications like opiates and steroids
Recreational drugs
Consuming alcohol
Other common causes of low testosterone include but are not limited to:
Genetic defects
Abuse of anabolic steroids
Infections of testicles
Chemotherapy
Acute or chronic illnesses