Testosterone is a male sex hormone that is responsible for the development of male sexual characteristics, including the development of secondary sex organs, such as the prostate gland and seminal vesicles, and the growth of body hair. It is also involved in the regulation of muscle mass, bone density, and red blood cell production. Testosterone …
Introduction Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) has become a widely discussed topic, especially among men who may experience symptoms of low testosterone. If you’re considering TRT, you likely have several questions about how to get started and what the process entails. This comprehensive guide will address the top 10 questions asked on search engines and provide …
Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators, commonly known as SARMs, are a class of compounds that act on androgen receptors in a selective manner, meaning they only target specific tissues and organs in the body, such as muscles and bones, while minimizing potential side effects in other tissues, such as the prostate and skin. SARMs were initially …
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common side effect of antidepressants, particularly selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). This is thought to be due to the way that antidepressants affect the levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin and norepinephrine Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in regulating mood and sexual function. …
The HPTA (hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular axis) restart protocol is a method used to help the body resume its natural testosterone production after discontinuing testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). TRT is a common treatment for men with low testosterone levels, also known as hypogonadism. However, long-term use of TRT can lead to suppression of the body’s own testosterone production, …
Testosterone is a hormone primarily related to sexual function in both men and women. In the former, it is closely related to erectile function, muscle mass maintenance, and body energy. Its decrease, mainly in men, can lead to different symptoms that end up worsening the quality of life. These include hair loss, loss of muscle …
Sex hormones include testosterone, a fundamental chemical for both men and women that, among others, drives sexual desire and mental capacity, particularly in men. This hormone remains stable in men most of the time, although when aging begins, it also declines. Also, many situations other than aging can alter its blood levels, so a healthy …
Hypothyroidism, otherwise known as an underactive thyroid, is a common condition that occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. The thyroid hormone plays a vital role in regulating the body’s metabolism and energy levels, so when your body doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormones, you might experience a wide range of symptoms, …
Hormones are chemical substances that regulate the proper functioning of the body. They are secreted by glands and travel through the bloodstream to reach the organs and tissues where they perform their functions. Our body produces an endless number of hormones, each one designed for a specific purpose. Among them are the well-known sex hormones …
Hormones are very critical to the proper functioning of the human body because they coordinate how the different body organs function. They pass signals to the blood, muscles, skin, and other tissues to determine what the body wants to do and when to do it. Bodily processes like metabolism, reproduction, homeostasis, mood, sexual function, and …