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What is Free Testosterone and How To Measure It?
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 […]

What Are Normal Estrogen Levels in Men and Women?
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, […]

Symptoms & Causes of Low Testosterone in Men Under 30
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 […]

Hormone Replacement Therapy & Skin Ageing: Does HRT Make You Look Younger?
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 […]

Symptoms of Low Estrogen After Menopause
For women who have dealt with menstrual cycles their entire life, you would think that it would bring happiness to enter menopause. But the truth is that it can sometimes cause more issues, or at least different issues than the ones you previously went through. Women going through menopause or postmenopause can experience symptoms of low […]

What Does Estrogen Do: Functions, Benefits & More
Estrogen is the primary female sex hormone that brings physical changes in girls and turns them into women. These changes or secondary sex characteristics include: Reproductive organ growth Breast development Start of menstruation Changes in voice Body shape changes Known mostly for its role in reproductive health, estrogen is involved in a wide range of […]

Low Testosterone In Women: Diagnosis, Symptoms & Treatments
Low testosterone in women is more common than most may think. While testosterone is commonly associated with men, it plays a crucial role in women’s bodies as well. It influences everything from mood and energy levels to muscle mass and bone density. Despite its importance, low testosterone in women is frequently overlooked or misdiagnosed, leading […]

High Testosterone In Women: Diagnosis, Symptoms and Treatments
Testosterone is one of the most important hormones in the body. It fuels several crucial functions and without it, the body wouldn’t function properly. That’s why it is so important to address the issue when testosterone levels are too high or too low. That’s right, even though testosterone is an essential hormone, there is such […]

How To Mix and Inject HCG With TRT
Mixing and injecting HCG with TRT is easy when you follow the right steps. Reconstitute the HCG powder with the provided bacteriostatic water, draw up the prescribed dose and inject it subcutaneously in the lower abdomen, thigh or upper arm. Check out the step-by-step guide and clear video provided below for the full demonstration. How […]

What Causes Hormone Imbalance?
According to experts, hormonal imbalance is far more common than most people realize yet many remain unaware of its underlying causes. Hormonal fluctuations are a normal part of life and occur during important life stages such as puberty, menopause and aging. However, when they become persistent or severe, this can indicate underlying health issues like […]

Does TRT Help Build Muscle?
TRT is tied to many things such as sex drive, but it is quite important for a wide range of other things as well. One aspect of male body health heavily affected by testosterone levels is muscle mass. The amount of muscle mass a person can build and maintain is heavily impacted by the level […]

What is an Endocrinologist? Why You May Want to Avoid Them for TRT
Endocrinologists are healthcare providers who diagnose, treat and manage hormone-related issues. Hormones are chemical messengers that control numerous processes. They are produced in a specific amount. If you have more or less than the required healthy amount of a hormone, it can lead to various health issues. Endocrinologists specialise in identifying and addressing these imbalances. […]
