Why You Have Low Testosterone….and What You Can Do About It!
Low testosterone is very common among men and is nothing to be ashamed of. Most people accept hormone imbalance as a normal part of aging and suffer from the consequences in silence.
However, there are ways to reverse low testosterone.
Understanding the causes and the available treatments are the first steps in overcoming this challenge.
Why Testosterone Decreases:
There are several reasons why testosterone levels can decrease in men. Some possible causes include:
Aging: Testosterone levels naturally decline with age. According to research by (Feldman HA, 2007), Average annual declines in total testosterone levels are 1.6%, whereas declines in free and bioavailable levels are 2%–3%.
Chronic illness and Stress: Chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes and HIV/AIDS, can lead to decreased testosterone levels. Peterson conducted research on this connection and found that in males 40 years of age and younger, low levels of the hormone may be linked to chronic illness. (Peterson, 2018).
Medications: Certain medications, such as steroids and opiates, can lower testosterone levels. In a research by (Cepeda, 2015), a total of 5,229 subjects were evaluated, and 64% of those who had recently been exposed to steroids had testosterone levels that were noticeably lower.
Obesity: Men who are obese may have lower testosterone levels than those who are at a healthy weight. According to a research in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, obese men with high levels of abdomen fat had lower testosterone levels.
Alcohol consumption: Excessive alcohol consumption can lower testosterone levels. According to Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, testosterone levels were noticeably lower in males who drank more than 14 beers per week.
Lack of exercise: Men who are physically inactive may have lower testosterone levels than those who are active. According to the Journal of Applied Physiology, sedentary men's testosterone levels were boosted after six weeks of endurance training.
Sleep deprivation: Studies have shown that sleep deprivation can lead to decreased testosterone levels in men. One study found that men who slept only 4 hours per night for one week had a 15% reduction in testosterone levels compared to when they slept for 8 hours per night.
What Can You Do?
There are several things that can be done to help maintain healthy testosterone levels:
- Exercise regularly
- Get enough sleep
- Reduce stress
- Avoid alcohol
- Get treatment for underlying conditions
- Consider testosterone replacement therapy
Some men may also choose to use testosterone replacement therapy. It is important to speak with a healthcare professional before starting any treatment for low testosterone.
Can you get testosterone therapy online?
Yes, it is possible to get testosterone advice from an online doctor. Some online medical platforms offer consultation services with licensed physicians who can provide medical assistance, including testosterone hormone therapy.
Where can you find virtual testosterone therapy?
To help you receive the care you require without having to make an appointment with a doctor in person, Prime Body has developed a straightforward 3-step approach.
- One of our several lab partners around the country will take a blood sample for us.
- You will have a telemedicine consultation with one of our qualified medical specialists once the test results are available.
- Products are shipped directly to you.
After the initial order, refills can be automatically shipped. The medical professionals at Prime Body are available to answer any questions along the way.
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