anti-aging

Do you get shorter as you age? Unfortunately, the answer is yes. According to researchers, the process starts after age 30. The change is not dramatic, only an inch or two, unless you have a medic…

Women live longer than men. Why? There have been several theories, including estrogen protection against cardiovascular disease, a less risky lifestyle, and a willingness to seek preventative medi…

The endocrine and nervous systems work together to control almost all bodily functions. The nervous system acts quickly and precisely, while the endocrine system works more slowly. Together, these…

Sometimes it’s hard to separate the nervous system, an organ system like any other in the body, from your sense of self. While your brain is indeed a collection of cells, just like the liver and t…

Low testosterone is associated with increased fat mass (especially metabolically harmful abdominal fat) and muscle loss, increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes. Hormone imbalances worsen with age,…

Most people consider testosterone therapy because they have a medical condition in which their body is not producing enough testosterone, or they are experiencing age-related declines in testoster…

Androgens are a group of related steroid sex hormones. Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone (DHT) are two of the more potent male sex hormones. Their less potent cousins are androstenedione and de…

Testosterone is an androgenic hormone that has both anabolic and androgenic effects. Androgens are essential for the development of male reproductive organs, secondary sexual characteristics, libi…

Low testosterone levels affect up to five million men in the U.S. Unfortunately, aging alone is a major risk factor for declining testosterone. After 30, testosterone levels fall by about  1%…

Testosterone is commonly referred to as the male sex hormone, but it affects the male in ways other than libido. The male testes and, to a lesser extent, the adrenal glands and ovaries produce tes…

Testosterone therapy can relieve many of the side effects of age-associated low testosterone levels. Before starting treatment, most men want to know how long it will take to restore their vigor a…

If you’re reading this, you are probably someone who strives to be the best possible version of yourself every day. You work out regularly and try to get enough sleep. You may use vitami…

B12 injections for weight loss have been gaining in popularity. Several celebrities swear by their benefits, and more and more people are becoming interested in B12 shots for weight loss. For p…

Vitamin B12 continues to gain popularity and attention. Many people want to know what are the vitamin B12 side effects and benefits? Are B12 injection side effects greater or worse than oral B12 s…

Medically reviewed by Leann Poston, M.D. on 9/28/20 Have you ever noticed that, as you get older, you seem to heal more slowly?  Wounds seem like they stick around a lot longer, may bleed …

There’s a common occurrence in men of middle or older age that doesn’t get talked about enough and is often associated with shame or embarrassment.  It can lead to decreased satisfaction in r…

As most men know, their primary sex hormone is called testosterone.  It’s responsible for sexual differentiation into a male during gestation and continues to play an important role throughou…

Many men face a decrease in their libido as they age.  This may be accompanied by erectile dysfunction and other sexual health-related issues or may exist seemingly on its own.  It’s not…

If you are an adult male, it’s normal as you get older to have less testosterone in your body.  The male sex hormone testosterone plays a critical role in, among other things, sexual desire a…

There are many medications and supplements available today that can help fight the signs and symptoms of aging.  Some are available over-the-counter at your local health, nutrition, or beauty…