Testosterone, a vital hormone, plays a crucial role in various aspects of men’s health, including energy levels, muscle mass, and sexual function. While testosterone levels naturally decline with age, some individuals may experience a more significant drop, leading to symptoms that impact their well-being and some may experience these symptoms at a younger age than […]
I hear this all too often. Many men have gone to their provider and asked about their testosterone level. I hear all kinds of replies like, “You don’t need to check that,” “You’re too young,” and, “Try changing your diet and exercise and see me again in six months to a year.” Here’s the thing: […]
Ever feel like you hit snooze instead of waking up? Like your energy tank is always empty, no matter how many coffees or energy drinks you guzzle? We all have those days, but if chronic fatigue has become your unwanted roommate, it might be time to look beyond your sleep schedule. Turns out, your “get-up-and-go” […]
Men with low testosterone have an increased risk for diabetes mellitus (DM). This has been shown in many studies. This is in part due to decreased insulin sensitivity. What does the relationship between TRT and type II diabetes mellitus mean exactly? Insulin sensitivity essentially means how well, or sensitive, your body reacts to insulin. Insulin is […]
This is an age-old question that is very frequently postulated when one brings up the notion of initiating testosterone replacement therapy, or TRT for short. Where did this come from? Well, it comes from a study done decades in the past that has been essentially debunked. It was a very poorly done study that did […]
