Andropause. If you haven’t heard of it, you’re not alone. Sometimes called “male menopause,” it occurs when testosterone levels decrease in men. Though first recognized in 1940, it has been difficult to test and correctly diagnose. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss the signs and symptoms to look out for in men, especially after age 40, as well as how these symptoms can be controlled through lifestyle changes.
What’s in this episode:
- How your health contributes to onset of andropause
- Signs and symptoms of andropause
- Risks associated with andropause
- Why hormone replacement therapy is harmful
- How to increase testosterone and androgens
- How eating good, whole foods and healthy fats can help
- What to avoid to keep your hormone levels balanced
- The importance of getting your testosterone levels checked if you feel out of whack
