Introduction Testosterone is often thought of as a “male hormone,” but women also make testosterone in their bodies. Even though women have much lower levels than men, this hormone plays an important role in energy, muscle strength, bone health, mood, and sexual desire. In fact, testosterone is made in a woman’s ovaries and adrenal glands …
Introduction Testosterone replacement therapy, also called TRT, is a medical treatment that has become more common in recent years. It is used when the body does not make enough testosterone on its own. Testosterone is the main male sex hormone, and it plays an important role in energy, mood, muscle growth, bone strength, and sexual …
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 Menopause is a natural stage of life that marks the end of a woman’s menstrual cycles. It usually happens between the ages of 45 and 55, though it can occur earlier or later. Doctors say a woman has reached menopause when she has gone 12 months in a row without a period. After this …
Introduction Testosterone is one of the most important hormones in the human body. In men, it helps control muscle strength, bone health, red blood cell production, and sexual desire. Women also have testosterone, but in much smaller amounts, and it plays a role in energy, mood, and sexual health for them too. Because testosterone is …
Introduction Low testosterone, often called “Low T,” is a medical condition that affects millions of men. Testosterone is the main male sex hormone. It plays a role in energy, muscle mass, bone strength, mood, and sexual function. When levels drop below what is considered normal, men can begin to experience a wide range of health …
Introduction: Hormones, Heart Health, and Modern Medicine Hormones and heart health are deeply connected in ways that science continues to uncover. Among these hormones, testosterone stands out as one of the most discussed and debated, especially as men age. Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone, and while it is well known for its role …
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: The Search for Vitality in the Golden Years As men grow older, many begin to notice changes that make them feel less like their younger selves. Energy levels drop, muscles seem weaker, and recovery after exercise takes longer. Sleep may not feel as refreshing as before, and mental focus can waver. Some men also …
Introduction Testosterone is a hormone that plays a very important role in human health. Most people think of it as the “male hormone,” but both men and women make testosterone. In men, testosterone is produced mainly in the testicles. In women, smaller amounts come from the ovaries and adrenal glands. This hormone helps the body …