Introduction: Understanding Testosterone and Aging Testosterone is one of the most important hormones in a man’s body. It plays a key role in how men feel, look, and perform—both physically and mentally. From the teenage years through middle age, testosterone helps men build muscle, stay energetic, and maintain a stable mood. It also supports a …
Author: Dr. Melissa VanSickle
Introduction Testosterone Replacement Therapy, often called TRT, is a medical treatment used to help people who have low levels of testosterone. Testosterone is an important hormone that affects energy, mood, muscle growth, bone strength, and sexual health. In men, it is made mostly in the testicles and helps control physical and mental well-being. Women also …
Introduction: Why Testosterone Matters After 50 By the time many men reach the age of 50, they start to notice changes in their energy, strength, and overall drive that can be difficult to explain. Tasks that once felt easy—whether it’s working out, focusing at work, or keeping up with family life—may begin to feel harder. …
Introduction Testosterone is one of the most important hormones in the human body. It is often called the “male hormone,” but it plays a role in both men and women. In men, testosterone is produced mainly in the testicles. In women, smaller amounts are made in the ovaries and adrenal glands. This hormone affects many …
Introduction Testosterone is one of the most important hormones in the human body, especially for men. It plays a key role in building muscle, producing energy, keeping bones strong, supporting sex drive, and even helping regulate mood. When testosterone levels are low, many people develop a cluster of problems often called “Low T symptoms.” These …
Introduction Testosterone is one of the most important hormones in the human body, especially for men. It affects energy, mood, muscle strength, bone health, and sexual function. It also plays a key role in fertility because it is necessary for the body to make sperm. When testosterone levels are too low, a man may feel …
Introduction Hormones are powerful chemical messengers that control nearly every system in the body. They help regulate energy, growth, mood, reproduction, and even how the brain functions. When they are in balance, the body usually works smoothly. When they are out of balance, even by a little, women can experience a wide range of symptoms …
Introduction: Understanding Testosterone and Its Role in Men’s Health Testosterone is one of the most important hormones in a man’s body. It plays a key role in how the body grows, functions, and stays healthy throughout life. Although people often think of testosterone as only a “sex hormone,” its effects go far beyond that. Testosterone …
Introduction Testosterone is a hormone that plays a central role in the male body. It is made mostly in the testicles and is responsible for many physical and mental functions. It supports the growth of muscles and bones, influences mood and energy, and helps maintain sexual function. As men age, testosterone levels naturally decline. For …
Introduction Testosterone is one of the most important hormones in the male body. It plays a role in almost every part of a man’s health, from building muscle and bone strength to supporting energy, mood, and sexual health. As men get older, their testosterone levels usually drop. For some, this change is small and does …