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New Research Proves Testosterone Replacement Therapy is Safe for the Heart


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on October 31st, 2022

shutterstock 565787896 300x200 8109Reading Time: 9 minutes Testosterone Replacement Therapy DOES NOT Increase Heart Attack Risk Recently, the mainstream media began sounding dire warnings about Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT). A recent study was published by the non-profit journal, PLOS One, claiming that in the initial three months of TRT, men were more likely to experience a heart attack if they have previously experienced the cardiovascular disease. However, when looked at unemotionally and in detail, the study appears to have overlooked several key factors. This is just one of a barrage of studies that have employed questionable methodologies but used shock value and fear tactics that resulted in … Read more »

Skinny Bartender with Low Testosterone Becomes a Ripped Bodybuilder


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on November 21st, 2021

shutterstock 652029076 300x200 6644Reading Time: 5 minutes Thanks to Testosterone Replacement Therapy! A skinny, rail-thin man who felt self-conscious about his thin frame has transformed himself from scrawny to brawny, like the “Before/After” photos in the comic book advertisements for muscle-building, mail-order courses...after doctors told him to take testosterone injections. Danny May, 25, from Liverpool, United Kingdom, struggled with his body image for years until he discovered that he suffers from a condition that prevents his body from producing testosterone, the 'male' hormone, naturally. But since he began medically supervised testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), the bartender who was once mistaken for a child by a waitress has … Read more »

Natesto: FDA-Approved Nasal Testosterone Gel


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on November 16th, 2021

muscular testosterone benefits 300x200Reading Time: 4 minutes Our Licensed Hormone Specialists are dedicated to staying at the forefront of our medical field. New and exciting advances take place every year. Testosterone deficiency is a significant health issue that depletes the sexual and physical wellness of men nationwide, and there's abundant research not only concerning the efficacy and safety of Bio-Identical Testosterone, but the development of groundbreaking and novel approaches to Low-T Therapy. The Pros and Cons of Available Low-T Treatments Currently, there are some useful forms of Testosterone Therapy, all of which have minor drawbacks which may affect your preference. The most straightforward example is with Testosterone … Read more »

The Science Behind Low Testosterone and How Low-T Impedes Longevity Goals


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 11th, 2024

closeup a testosterone biologist working in the laboratory  300x216Reading Time: 5 minutes Low-T and Your Health How Does the Body Produce Testosterone? The production of Testosterone is the result of a cascade of hormone signals, with a cycle beginning at the hypothalamus. When the hypothalamus receives the signal to produce Testosterone, it releases a hormone known as Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone, usually referred to in scientific literature as GnRH. In both sexes, GnRH travels through the Hypophyseal Portal System from the Hypothalamus to the Pituitary, where it stimulates the production of two important hormones: Luteinizing Hormone (LH) and Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH). From here, the sex hormone cycle differs for both sexes. In women, … Read more »

New Hampshire Testosterone Clinics for Low-T and Hormone Therapy


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 31st, 2024

optimistic female sermorelin nurse 300x200Reading Time: 4 minutes Testosterone Deficiency is one of the most common forms of Hormone Imbalance that men experience. Testosterone levels are at their lifetime peak during puberty and on through the late twenties. Beyond age thirty, Testosterone Decline is strongly correlated with age. Men have a peak ability to produce Testosterone which is then impacted by other factors such as activity level and body composition. While exercise, diet, and other actions can improve your Testosterone Production, your body still has a max capacity for Testosterone secretion which is gated by age. Many doctors refer to the hormonal changes caused by declining Testosterone as … Read more »

More than 152 Million Men Suffer from Hypogonadism and Low Testosterone


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on November 17th, 2021

low consultant testosterone symptoms in men 300x201Reading Time: 5 minutes Testosterone deficiency is a worldwide health issue that impacts millions upon millions of men across the globe. The world health organization estimates that 152 million males suffer from low-t. There are researchers and scientists from every major country on earth working on treatments and strategies to treat low-t and andropause so that men can live healthier and longer lives, as well as achieve restored sexual ability and satisfaction. Age-related hypogonadism is common and widespread, and your risk of experiencing issues related to low-t only increases as you grow older. Low-T is a Condition, not a Disease It's important to realize … Read more »

Wisconsin Testosterone Clinics for Low-T and Hormone Therapy


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on April 17th, 2024

Wisconsin medical clinics 300x169Reading Time: 4 minutes Have you been burdened with diminished libido and fatigue as you grow older? Many guys think that performance issues are simply the result of aging, but the underlying cause is frequently low-T. Testosterone deficiency negatively afflicts the lives of tens of thousands of men in the state of Wisconsin, if not hundreds of thousands. For that reason, our licensed hormone clinic is here to serve you. Our board-certified HRT specialists provide quality hormone replacement therapy treatments to both men and women of thirty years of age and above, but we place a central emphasis on relieving men of the embarrassment … Read more »

Connecticut Testosterone Clinics for Low-T and Hormone Therapy


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on November 18th, 2021

Connecticut state medical clinics for testosterone HRT 300x193Reading Time: 4 minutes Testosterone Deficiency is one of the most frustrating and emotionally deflating medical issues that a man can experience. When a man loses his manhood, it tends to strike him to the very core. Not only that, but Low-T also has enormous effects which suppress quality of life in other ways. Low Testosterone Levels are associated with more than just low libido, but lack of energy, diminished strength, increased flabbiness, and more. It's a proven fact that Testosterone Deficiency has a tremendous impact on quality of life. Andropause Treatments in Connecticut Andropause may be an unavoidable aspect of the aging process, … Read more »

Things You Might Not Have Known About Testosterone


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 26th, 2024

endocrine system 269x300 7952Reading Time: 4 minutes The male hormone evolved 500 million years ago from estrogen. 1. Both genders have testosterone circulating in their bloodstream, although women have far less. Testosterone is produced in the testicles, ovaries, and adrenal glands. When pregnancy begins, the development of reproductive organs for males starts as well. 2. Testosterone regulates several processes from fat distribution to red blood cell production. Also, testosterone is responsible for a man's sex drive, muscularity/strength, and bone mass. 3. People ascribed youth-restoring powers to the testicles for a long period. Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder dined on hyena genitals for a sexually stimulating effect (with … Read more »

Diabetic Men with Low Testosterone Run Higher Risk of Developing Atherosclerosis


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on February 9th, 2024

atherosclerosis diabetic 300x200 7313Reading Time: 3 minutes Testosterone Linked to Condition Where Clogged Arteries Restrict Blood Flow  There are many health problems in men who have low testosterone levels: the reduced desire for sex, fewer erections that happen spontaneously, such as during sleep, infertility, increased body fat, decreased strength and loss of muscle mass, weakened bones, loss of body hair, swelling/tenderness in the breast tissue, hot flashes, constant, chronic fatigue, higher cholesterol levels, sleep disturbances, and emotional changes. And if these weren't enough, there's more. Keep reading. Some males who have low testosterone and Type Two diabetes are at a higher risk of suffering atherosclerosis (a condition … Read more »

Testosterone Facts to Consider When Deciding on Testosterone Replacement Therapy


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on April 6th, 2024

prescription 300x201 2329Reading Time: 7 minutes Statins May Lower Testosterone and Libido There is evidence that statin-type cholesterol-lowering drugs lower testosterone levels (BMC Medicine, Feb. 28, 2013). A side effect of medications like pitavastatin (Livalo), atorvastatin (Lipitor), and simvastatin (Zocor) is that lower testosterone could have an impact on libido and sexual performance (Journal of Sexual Medicine, April 2010). The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a warning against the use of testosterone unless men have hypogonadism, a condition that lowers this hormone. The agency is concerned that prescribed testosterone may increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes, which is what statins are designed … Read more »

Possible Health Benefits of Testosterone HRT (TRT)


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 25th, 2023

hgh docs 60 218x300 7055Reading Time: 9 minutes Are you still uncertain about trying Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT)? Do you think you might have a genuine clinical and medical necessity for Testosterone replenishment with the intention of treating hypogonadism, Low-T, hypotestosteronemia, andropause, or androgen deficiency syndrome? Have you talked to a friend who has experienced the miracles that TRT can deliver? But at the same time, you are somewhat concerned about the possible adverse side effects? But at the same time, you are somewhat concerned about the possible adverse side effects? Good. You should be concerned about the benefits and side effects of TRT. Even if properly administered, … Read more »

Low Testosterone Levels may Affect Man’s Sex Drive and Affect his Intimate Relationships


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 26th, 2023

Happy romantic coupleReading Time: 4 minutes It's an unfortunate part of marriage, boyfriend-and-girlfriend, or intimate relationships in general, but in a great majority of cases, one partner has a stronger sex drive than the other. Therefore different libido levels can create problems in relationships. As men age, their sex drives typically decline (there are exceptions of course), due primarily to testosterone decline, but another major factor includes lifestyle. Sometimes women, mainly wives, and girlfriends experience a boost in their libido as they age. This can be a big problem if one partner's sex drive is declining and the other is increasing. Different Libidos in Relationships This … Read more »

Testosterone Linked to Heart Disease — Testosterone Prescription


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on April 13th, 2024

168502 heart blood vessels_436130443 300x225Reading Time: 2 minutes Scientists say they now have new evidence about why women live longer than men, from a study of historical data showing castrated Koreans far outlived their non-eunuch contemporaries. The study, published in the scientific journal Current Biology, used detailed genealogical records of the Imperial nobility during Koreas' Joseon dynasty, which spanned more than 500 years from the late 1300s to the early 1900s. Read more »

Testosterone Injection Replacement Therapy for Low-T


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on September 17th, 2023

growth hormone health deficiencyReading Time: 8 minutes Are you over 30 years old and feel like you need testosterone treatment for a male midlife crisis? Is it Low-T? Well, guess what, you're not alone! Millions of American men over the age of 30 are experiencing this early health crisis causing quality of life issues. In fact, it's inevitable, having everything to do with genetics and lifestyle for the most part. There are men, of course, who have physical accidents that were not anticipated, or significant health concerns came about via stressful, high-risk jobs, but chances are, your quality of life issues, came about upon you in a … Read more »

Scientific Debate Over Testosterone Replacement Therapy for Low-T Continues


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on March 12th, 2024

caduceus wavy blue and turquoise 300x300Reading Time: 5 minutes While it's clear that Testosterone Therapy is highly beneficial for so many men across the world, there is a tremendous and ongoing debate regarding the use of Prescription Testosterone for Aging Men with Low-T. There have been signals from research that suggest that men taking Testosterone may be more at risk for cardiovascular complications, for example. There's also evidence that Testosterone HRT reduces overall mortality risk by mitigating health risks associated with Testosterone Deficiency. Dr. Christel Renoux is highly experienced in Hormone Replacement Therapy Research. While she spent her early career studying the effects of HRT Therapy for Women, she … Read more »

Testosterone Replacement Therapy Might Be Legal, but It’s Still Cheating in Professional Sports


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on September 17th, 2023

TRT is legal 200x300Reading Time: 9 minutes To "T" or Not to "T" that is the Question for Professional Athletes Doctor-prescribed Testosterone injections, gels, and creams are in the limelight these days, as everyone is talking about HRT (hormone replacement therapy) the hot topic today, and how it helps adult men overcome naturally induced, age-related hormone deficiency. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has taken on a life of its own in the heated dialogue regarding its legality for medical treatment. But there is also concern about the legality of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) being used as an advantage by mixed martial artists who step in the arena to fight … Read more »

Some Women May Benefit from Testosterone for Menopause


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on February 8th, 2024

chemical laboratory scene attractive young testosterone phd student scientist observing the blue indicator  300x200Reading Time: 2 minutes Supplementary Testosterone Therapy is increasingly considered an option to help alleviate symptoms of Menopause in aging women. While Testosterone is most often discussed for its effects on male biology, the hormone is also critical to normal and healthy feminine function. Testosterone is intimately involved in sexual function and pleasure for both men and women. It's strongly linked to arousal, libido, and the ability to achieve orgasm. Beyond that, Testosterone supports cognitive function, mood, bone mineral density, and strength, all while controlling body fat. Testosterone Affects the Health of both Men and Women  Women produce significantly less Testosterone than men. While … Read more »

Is Testosterone the New Drug of Choice on Wall Street? How Traders are Using Male Hormone Booster Shots to Maintain a …


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on September 17th, 2023

Testosterone cream in a cupReading Time: 3 minutes The male hormone testosterone has become an unlikely drug of choice for Wall Street traders seeking to give themselves an edge over their professional rivals. New York clinics have reported a rise in treatment for 'testosterone deficiency,' sometimes known as 'andropause.' They say many workers in the male-dominated industry are hoping that boosters of the hormone will help them perform better at work and put in longer hours. Under pressure: New York Clinics Have Reported a Rise in Demand for Treatment for Testosterone Deficiency from Wall Street High-Flyers Upper West Side osteopath Lionel Bissoon, who now specializes in 'integrative medicine,' … Read more »

Sioux Falls Testosterone Clinics for Low-T and Comprehensive Hormone Therapy


Posted by Tempcities, Updated on April 5th, 2024

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