Testosterone is the main sex hormone found in men. It’s produced in the gonads and is responsible for the development of secondary sex characteristics. Testosterone helps maintain bone density, sex drive, sperm count, the production of red blood cells, fat distribution, as well as muscle mass and strength.
A man’s testosterone level peaks during adolescence. The body begins to produce less testosterone around the age of 40. For most men, testosterone levels decline modestly.
A testosterone test examines the amount of hormone found in your body, and helps determine if you are testosterone deficient.
The following conditions can be linked to testosterone deficiency; if you are experiencing any of these problems we recommend that you get tested.
- Having a hard time fathering a child. (Low sperm count can be the result of low testosterone)
- Experiencing sexual dysfunction. (Low testosterone decreases a man’s sex drive and erectile function)
- Diagnosed with Osteoporosis.
- Disorder of the hypothalamus or pituitary.
- Mood changes, depression, and memory loss.
- Increase in fat mass.
- Decreased muscle mass, lack of body hair, and the development of breast tissue.
It is important to understand that some men who are experiencing these problems may not be suffering from unusually low levels of testosterone. Other men who have low testosterone levels may not experience any symptoms or signs that would motivate them to get tested.
Here at The Best Program, Dr. Fisher recommends that all men, age 35 and older, should have their testosterone levels tested. If the test results show that you are suffering from a deficiency, Dr. Fisher will develop a unique testosterone therapy program for your body that will steadily increase your testosterone levels until you are back at a healthy, youthful, optimal level.
So, get tested today! Be the BEST you can be and Live Life Young!
You can contact our office at (954) 627-9118, Monday thru Friday: 9am -5pm
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Want to look healthy and handsome with your libido powered ON! Thought so…. Simply by adding a couple of servings a week of the following foods, you are well on your way to living well, and looking good.
Greens & Beans
Recently, researchers have conducted a study on the diets of 400 elderly men and women in Sweden, Indonesia, and Australia. They found that those with the fewest wrinkles ate the most leafy green vegetables and beans. Beans and greens, such as spinach, are loaded with compounds that not only help prevent, but also repair the wear and tear on your skin cells as you age.
Sunflower Seeds
Sunflower seeds have the highest natural vitamin E content of any food. Vitamin E is an essential nutrient for looking younger. “No antioxidant is more effective at fighting the aging effects of free radicals,” says Barry Swanson, Ph.D., a professor of food science at Washington State University.
Sweet Potatoes
Overexposed to the sun?? This is one of the leading reasons men age prematurely. But, sweet potatoes may help to fight sun damage. Pigments found in beta-carotene rich foods, such as carrots and sweet potatoes can build up in your skin, helping to fight and prevent damage from ultraviolet rays.
Cheese
Cheese is one of the best foods you can eat for your choppers. It’s a wonderful source of calcium and keeps your teeth and bones strong. Eating cheese lowers the levels of bacteria in your mouth, keeping your teeth clean and cavity-free! Doctors recommend eating at least two servings of block cheese every week.
Grape Juice
“Grapes are filled with antioxidant polyphenols that keep your skin flexible and elastic,” says Swanson. They not only keep your skin from sagging, but also provide protection from strokes and heart attacks.
Having a diet that incorporates these five foods, can get you looking and feeling your BEST!
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Omega 3: Ease Your Symptoms Of Menopause!
March 20, 2009
Omega 3 fatty acids — are an amazing anti-aging supplement!
Studies have shown that Omega 3 fatty acid supplements, which contain eicosapentaenoic* acid (EPA) from fish oil, are effective in treating the disruptive and irritating symptoms of perimenopause and menopause that you may be experiencing. These symptoms can range from psychological distress and depression, to mood swings, anxiety attacks, and hot flashes. This supplement has also been found to reduce the risk of heart attack, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
Recently, a study was conducted by Dr. Michael Lucas, where 120 women, ages 40-55 were divided into two groups. The first group was instructed to take three Omega 3 capsules containing EPA, totaling one gram per day, every day for 8 weeks. The other group followed the same rules, but instead ingested placebo capsules containing sunflower oil without the EPA.
THE RESULTS: The study indicated that after the eight-week period, the condition of women who were suffering symptoms of psychological distress and mild depression improved significantly after consuming Omega 3s. Also, women with hot flashes noted that their condition improved by an average of 1.5 occurrences per day.
*Eicosapentaenoic acid is typically available in a gel capsule combined with DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), another Omega 3 fatty acid. Omega 3 fatty acid supplements are readily available in pharmacies, health food stores, grocery stores, and online.
Here at the Best Program, Dr. Fisher also recommends 3 servings of Salmon weekly, as a great source of Omega 3s. And believe it or not, Lamb is the richest meat source of Omega 3s and has the richest source of carnitine!
It’s been proven that Omega 3s and other age management supplements, coupled with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, can help reduce the symptoms of menopause. To watch videos on menopause relief and to take a free online test, visit: http://www.thebestprogram.net/menopause.php
