Men and Testostrone
Bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT) is a personalized approach to hormone replacement that addresses testosterone imbalances in men. These imbalances can begin as early as 30 years old, with natural testosterone levels starting to decline around the age of 28. Factors such as increased stress and the early use of pharmaceutical hormones contribute to these imbalances, leading to a variety of health issues.
Unlike traditional hormone replacement therapy (HRT) of the past, which utilized pharmaceutical hormone treatments, BHRT supplements are derived from plants to match the body’s natural hormones. These supplements are produced in a compounding pharmacy and are typically provided in cream, capsule, or pellet form (which is placed under the skin). BHRT can be highly effective for men over the age of 35 who are experiencing symptoms of low testosterone.
Hormone therapy is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Many options exist, allowing physicians to prescribe different types and doses tailored to meet an individual’s specific needs and overall health status. What is helpful for one person may be very different from what another person requires.
**For men**, testosterone levels can start declining as early as 30 years of age. Symptoms of low testosterone include:
– **Low sex drive**
– **Middle body (stomach) weight gain**
– **Tiredness** and lack of motivation
– **Increased alcohol consumption**
– **Moodiness**
The goal of testosterone therapy is to replenish the hormones no longer produced naturally, restoring each man’s unique hormonal balance from his prime years (28 to 35), alleviating these symptoms, promoting anti-aging, and improving overall well-being.