Male Hormones
It’s easy to slip into the standard American lifestyle, however it can be detrimental to your hormones. High carbs, sugar, stress, lack of sleep, sedentary lifestyles, toxins, and processed food are a recipe for low hormones. Most men over age 30 have less than optimal levels of testosterone. The easier and more common option is to ignore it, or opt for replacement therapy. However, putting in the hard work of correcting the problem and changing your lifestyle, is the only attractive option for others. If you want to feel your best as a man, this area cannot be overlooked.
Symptoms
- Tired, low energy, decreased libido, weight gain, decrease in muscle mass, decreased strength, increase in body fat, belly fat, increased body or joint pain, decrease in bone density, feeling depressed, lack of motivation, less enthusiasm, less initiative, irritability, lack of passion, trouble sleeping, changes to skin or hair.
Testing
- DHEA, Testosterone, Cortisol, SHBG, Estradiol, Prostate Specific Antigen – PSA, T4 and T3, TSH, TPO. (Male hormones, cortisol, prostate, and thyroid testing.)
- Comprehensive Male Hormone Sample Test – Finger prick + Saliva sample.
Female Hormones
Female hormones have a wide variety of functions. Hormone imbalances can cause PCOS, fat deposits, cycle irregularities, acne or skin problems, thinning hair, or increase facial hair. Healthy hormone levels are associated with increased longevity, lower risk of hormone related cancers, improved memory and cognition, and improved cholesterol levels. Low estrogen can cause joint pain, stiffness, and increased risk of osteoarthritis. Estrogen has anti-inflammatory effects and helps maintain cartilage and synovial fluid. Western diets with high sugar, high carbs, high stress, with low nutritional value, can have a significant negative impact on female hormones.
Symptoms
Increased BMI, insomnia, weight gain around hips, mood swings, anxiety, migraines, night sweats, hot flashes, infertility, decreased libido, brain fog, fatigue, joint pain, and osteoporosis.
Testing
DHEA, Estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, T4 and T3, TSH, TPO. (Female hormones, cortisol, and thyroid testing.)
Comprehensive Female Hormone Sample Test – Finger prick + Saliva sample. (More complex PCOS testing is also available.)
