Low testosterone production can cause many changes in a man’s life, including lack of energy, reduced sex drive, difficulty concentrating, and depression. These changes can be troubling, especially when they are so closely linked to your functionality and sense of self. That alone can be enough to cause troubled days and sleepless nights. But there’s also more to the sleeplessness that often accompanies low testosterone.
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Hormone Replacement TherapyHypothyroidismMenThyroidWomen
Can You Live Without a Thyroid? Answering Key Questions About Thyroid Treatment
by Charlotteby CharlotteWhen Robert was first diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, he felt a huge sense of relief. It gave him answers and a path forward, and he believed that medication would quickly get…
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BHRTEstrogenPellet TherapyWomen
Estrogen Pellets vs. Patch: Which is Right for You?
by Charlotteby CharlotteBioidentical estrogen therapy can be life-changing, but using it doesn’t have to mean disrupting your life. While some methods still require daily administration, newer treatment options offer convenient, longer-acting alternatives while still delivering effective benefits. In particular, subcutaneous hormone pellets and transdermal patches allow you to set it and forget it—up to a week at a time with the patches, and up to six months at a time with the pellets. But how do you know which is right for you?
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Hormone ImbalanceMenTestosteroneWeight Loss
Lasting Weight Loss for Men Over 50
by Charlotteby CharlotteDoes it feel like just yesterday when you were in your prime, energetic, and fit? Or does it seem like a lifetime ago? Whenever they occur, unwanted changes like weight gain and loss of fitness can be deeply distressing, but when you’re over 50, losing weight and recapturing physical health can seem elusive.
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Hormone Replacement TherapyMenopausePerimenopauseWomen
When to Start HRT: Earlier May Be Better, but It’s Never Too Late
by Charlotteby CharlotteEvery woman ages differently. Every woman goes through hormonal changes differently. And every woman approaches menopause differently. However, there are broad guidelines that can help you decide if and when hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is the best choice. Significantly, knowing when to start HRT can help you maximize its impact while minimizing any risks. By strategically considering the timing of treatment, you may not only prevent unnecessary suffering, but protect your health for years to come.
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Hormone Replacement TherapyMenTestosterone
Are Testosterone Pills Safe? Avoiding Dangerous Treatments for Low T
by Charlotteby CharlotteLow testosterone, also known as low T, is a common condition, particularly as you age and begin to experience male menopause. There are also many other reasons men have low T, including obesity, heart issues, illness, and injury. But no matter what the cause and no matter how common the condition, it is never easy. In many real ways, a reduction in testosterone can change who you are. Are testosterone pills the answer?
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Hormone Replacement TherapyPerimenopauseProgesteroneWomen
How to Use Progesterone Cream for Irregular Periods
by Charlotteby CharlotteIf you experience irregular periods, you know the lack of predictability can be frustrating, inconvenient, and even frightening. What’s more, you may think that irregularity is simply a fact of life, particularly if you are approaching perimenopause. But menstrual irregularity isn’t inevitable. There is a potential treatment for it: progesterone cream.
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Hormone Replacement TherapyMenopauseWomen
Should You Use Hormone Replacement Therapy After 65? Why Attitudes Are Changing
by Charlotteby CharlotteFor years, hormone replacement therapy after 65 was thought to be a no-go for reasons ranging from the medically-sound to the prejudiced. This was true for both women who were already receiving hormone therapy and for women who have never started it. Now, that is changing due to a growing body of evidence suggesting that HRT can have significant benefits for women over 65.
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BHRTMenOsteoporosisWomen
Taking Steps to Reduce the Risk of Osteoporosis Can Fortify Your Future From the Inside Out
by Charlotteby CharlotteWhile the risk of osteoporosis increases with age, significant loss of bone density, fragility, and fractures are not inevitable—and the consequences of this condition are too dangerous to ignore. For both men and women, implementing smart strategies to reduce the risk of osteoporosis as early as possible can make a meaningful difference in your health as you age.
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CortisolLifestyleMenMental HealthWomen
Learning How to Treat Burnout Syndrome Can Help You Protect Your Health
by Charlotteby CharlottePeople who experience prolonged, unmanaged stress at work may be experiencing burnout syndrome (BOS), a popular phrase that has recently become officially recognized as an occupational phenomenon with serious health consequences. There is now there is an overwhelming amount of scientific data demonstrating that not only is burnout syndrome real, it is common—and it needs to be treated.