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From preventing bone loss and managing menopause symptoms to improving sex life, estrogen replacement therapy offers many interesting benefits. It boosts your low estrogen levels back to normal so you can start enjoying estrogen’s health benefits once again. However, these benefits come with some side effects that many people manage with regular monitoring. Hence, estrogen […]

Men use hCG injections for different purposes, such as to improve testosterone levels, reduce hypogonadism symptoms and improve sexual function. Seeing the effectiveness of hCG injections, many physicians have started using them with testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Pairing hCG with testosterone is often done to protect fertility, keep the body’s own testosterone production active and […]

Testosterone blood tests are used to check testosterone levels in both men and women. Doctors usually request these tests when they suspect a hormonal abnormality. This guide explains everything you need to know about testosterone tests, including their types, procedure, results and more. What is a testosterone blood test? A testosterone blood test measures the […]

Testosterone creams and gels are popular forms of testosterone medication prescribed to men who have low testosterone levels. There are other forms of testosterone medication, such as injections, but many people prefer testosterone gels and creams because they are easier to use and apply than injections. If you are considering these forms of testosterone medication but […]

Various medications are available to help men increase their testosterone levels. Some boost the production of natural testosterone while others involve administering synthetic testosterone. They aim to bring testosterone levels within the normal range to help low T men manage unwanted symptoms. Some people also opt for natural options like testosterone supplements or boosters but […]

Estrogen is a vital, naturally occurring female sex hormone that plays a key role in maintaining a woman’s sexual and reproductive health. Research also shows that good levels are equally important in men’s health. Estrogen levels fluctuate throughout life based on your age, life stage, health condition, etc. They drop significantly in women as they […]

Bioidentical Testosterone is an anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) produced by adrenal glands and gonads in both men and women. It was first produced in the laboratory in 1935 and got approved as a medicine in 1939. Since then, people have been using it to boost their testosterone levels for medical and non-medical purposes. Both men and […]

Does testosterone really help lose weight? The short answer is yes. Testosterone can help lose weight and maintain muscle mass but it’s not a magic solution on its own. Studies show that testosterone can improve the number of calories you burn, boost metabolism, increase lean muscle mass and may keep you motivated for physical activities. […]

Free testosterone, also called biologically active testosterone, is 2% to 5% of your total testosterone that produces an end-effect on organs and tissues. The rest of the testosterone in your bloodstream is bound to proteins and is inactive. If you suspect having abnormal free testosterone levels, talk to your doctor and have a testosterone blood […]

Estrogen is a sex hormone that is produced in both men and women in specific amounts. It’s involved in various important functions, which is why it’s crucial to maintain normal estrogen levels to enjoy a healthy life. However, estrogen levels do change with age which is totally normal and natural. Regardless of these natural fluctuations, […]

Low testosterone isn’t just an older man’s problem, it’s increasingly affecting men under 30 and many don’t even realise it. There are various symptoms of low testosterone in young males, such as erectile dysfunction, loss of muscle mass, reduced sex drive and depression. Often low testosterone causes are rooted in everyday life: chronic stress, an […]

Ageing is a natural process that all of us must undergo at a certain time and pace. As you age, you experience several changes in your skin, including the formation of wrinkles, skin dryness, and the appearance of age spots. These changes are inevitable, but the good thing is you can still reduce or reverse […]