Shared by Dr Love Mt Pleasant.
Aging inevitably affects us all, but all to a unique amount and in different ways. In men, hormones will slowly shift throughout adult life, leading to a seriously degraded quality of life if action isn’t taken. Countless researchers and organizations work to combat these inevitabilities, and effective options exist, ranging from setting healthier routines all the way to modern therapies such as bioidentical hormone replacement (BHRT). Dr. Love, Mt. Pleasant Founder of NeuLogics Wellness & Medical, has a keen interest and extensive experience in Regenerative, Metabolic, and Cosmetic Medicine. He suggests that a combination of lifestyle changes and intervention with BHRT are generally most effective to achieve optimal results.
Aging and Hormones
Researchers have found there is a consistent drop in testosterone around middle age. Although rarely exceeding 2% per year, it compounds over time. This diminishment may lead to general fatigue, reduced muscle mass and performance, irritability, and altered body fat distribution.
Dr. Love, Mt. Pleasant, notes that there are other factors that may contribute to a faster decline. Stress and anxiety are dangerous on their own, but they have been shown to compound and worsen age-related conditions, leading to hypertension, erectile dysfunction, and a lack of energy and motivation, which can exacerbate the situation. As these are all a common part of middle age, Dr. Love, Mt. Pleasant, says that in addition to making lifestyle changes and seeking out the right hormone-readjusting treatment, it can also be important to take steps to reduce stress in your life.
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Discovering yourself again
Reducing stress and getting regular exercise are the simplest things that we can do to keep some of the signs of aging at bay. Moderate cardio has a positive effect on testosterone, but more intense endurance training can create the opposite effect.
Dr. Love, Mt. Pleasant says bioidentical hormone replacement therapies (BHRT) such as the Biote pellet method can yield stronger results when administered by a medical professional, especially in cases of metabolic syndrome and its component conditions. There are a variety of types of hormone replacement available for men, and they come in many forms ranging from pills and patches to creams and injections. It is important to get a full medical screening and testing to determine your current hormone levels and the best treatment options for you.
“Bioidentical hormones that have been approved by the FDA have been tested for safety. They have passed the FDA’s very strict standards and have been shown to be safe for people to use.”
Keeping the balance according to Dr Love Mt Pleasant
Researchers have found that testosterone causes obesity, and obesity causes low testosterone. This can create a vicious cycle and a lot of unwanted results. It is vital to have a plan and occasional check-ins and monitoring of hormone levels by a medical professional to make any necessary adjustments as they are needed. Take control of your health, vigor, and appearance. Middle age shouldn’t be a life sentence. It should be a second chance at the same amazing life.
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