Low Testosterone Linked to Decreased Income and Life Expectancy

By Brad Palubicki,

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We all know that poverty decreases people’s life expectancy. Lack of proper medical care and healthy nutrition takes its toll on the human body. However, according to a recent study by University College London, there may be another important factor at play that makes our life clock tick faster.

Researchers found that men with lower income and educational background tend to have lower testosterone levels than those of a higher socio-economic status. More specifically, British men earning less than $9,000 a year had about 10 percent lower testosterone than those earning more than $44,000 annually.

Considering the fact that low testosterone often leads to a number of other health complications, including depression, weight gain and heart disease, it’s not surprising that in the U.K., people with higher income live up to eight years longer than the poor.

What’s more, people with less education were found to have low levels of cortisol, an adrenal hormone that is essential for regulating a number of important functions including immune responses, anti-inflammatory actions, blood pressure, and more. People with the least education also had insufficient levels of IGF proteins, the lack of which reduces mental abilities and increases the risk of cancer.

Professor Diana Kuh, of University College London said: “'These socio-economic differences in hormone systems may play a role in explaining social inequalities in health as we age.”

If you suspect that your hormonal health might be out of balance, you should consult a qualified professional as soon as possible. Hormones play a central role in the functioning of our bodies, and it is important to keep a close watch on them throughout our life.

Stay healthy!

How Your Clothes May Be Influencing Your Testosterone

By Brad Palubicki

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Throughout history people have used clothing to portray their social status. Whether we like it or not, we are all affected by the information that our outfits communicate to the world.

A recent study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology took this idea to a whole new level when it revealed that the clothes we wear affect our very hormones.

To conduct their study, researchers gathered 128 men between 18 and 32 years old, who were of diverse socio-economic backgrounds and divided them into two groups – “targets” and “neutral perceivers.” The targets were then dressed in high-status and low-status clothing. The high-status targets wore business suites, while the low-status targets were given sweat pants, sandals and plain T-shirts.

The targets then were asked to engage in a business negotiation with a neutral perceiver, in which they played the role of a chief financial officer of a large company and had to negotiate the most favorable deal. Scientists then compared the results produced by the low- and high-status targets, and found significant differences, not only in their behavior, but also in their testosterone levels before and after the experiment.

Participants dressed in high-status clothing exhibited more confidence and achieved higher profits with their negotiated deals than those who were dressed in low-status attire. Moreover, the low-status participants experienced a 20 percent drop in their testosterone levels compared to the measurements taken before the experiment.

This research demonstrates how sensitive our endocrine system is to various outside influences. If mere clothing can reduce testosterone production by 20 percent, it is easy to imagine how damaging a bad diet, stress and other factors can be to our hormonal health. This is why it is very important to be careful with the choices we make, and keep a close watch on our daily routines.

And if dressing well can help alleviate at least some of those negative influences, well, it might just be time to buy yourself a new suit.

How Diet and Exercise Can Help Boost Your Testosterone

By Brad Palubicki,

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In order to get a better understanding of our own health, it may help to look at our bodies as complex chemical machines. In order to manufacture the chemicals necessary for proper functioning, our bodies require a certain balance of nutrients to be constantly present in our diet.

Whenever our diet begins to lack nutrients from quality proteins, an assortment of fruits, vegetables or whole grains, our bodies become unable to synthesize the building blocks necessary to maintain a chemical balance. Such imbalance may lead to a variety of physical and mental health complications, including depression and low testosterone.

Fortunately, there are many foods that have been known to naturally boost testosterone production and vitality. For example, certain seafood, including shrimp, salmon and tuna are rich in vitamin D, which is associated with testosterone production. Eggs and steak contain high levels of cholesterol, saturated fat and protein, which are essential for synthesizing muscle growth and hormone production. Foods that are rich in Zinc may also help, as this mineral plays an important role in testosterone production.

Nutrition aside, exercise is one of the most effective ways to naturally boost your testosterone and improve your mood. Strength training exercises, including squats, bench-presses and muscle-ups activate both muscular and nervous systems, that in turn stimulate the endocrine system and overall testosterone production.

Of course, none of these methods would be sufficient for those already suffering from testosterone deficiency, also known as Low-T. People affected by this medical condition need to consult an endocrinologist and undergo professionalmedical treatment. Fortunately, testosterone replacement therapy is available for those whose testosterone levels are continuously below the normal range. Still, a healthy diet and regular exercise will help you stay on top of your health and enjoy a meaningful and rewarding lifestyle.

Testosterone Replacement Therapy May Benefit Men with Type 2 Diabetes

By Brad Palubicki,

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In this blog I’ve already discussed how testosterone deficiency (Low-T) often leads to a number of serious health complications, including significant weight gain and diabetes.

Studies show that men with Low-T often have an increased resistance to insulin, an important hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in our blood. Such resistance puts additional strain on the pancreas, which is responsible for insulin production. Eventually, the pancreas becomes unable to meet the increasing demands and produce enough insulin to regulate the blood sugar. And that, in turn, leads to the development of type 2 diabetes.

A recent study by the University at Buffalo found that testosterone may be key to increasing insulin sensitivity and helping men lose extra weight. The study observed more than 2,000 men and found that over 30% of those with type 2 diabetes suffered from low testosterone levels.

For their study, researchers selected 94 men all of whom had type 2 diabetes. The men were divided in two groups, with one group receiving real testosterone treatment and the other getting a placebo.

Prior to receiving treatment, men with Low-T exhibited low insulin sensitivity and had fewer insulin-signaling genes. However, after receiving testosterone injections weekly for 24 weeks, the participants showed a significant increase in their insulin sensitivity and insulin-signaling genes. As a result, men who underwent testosterone treatment were able to naturally regulate their blood sugar much more efficiently than those who received a placebo.

Moreover, during the course of the study, men who received testosterone lost an average of six and a half pounds of body fat and increased their muscle mass by the same amount.

This important research provides yet another example of the effectiveness of testosterone replacement therapy in treating a variety of health conditions.

As always, make sure to consult a qualified physician to help determine if testosterone therapy is right for you.

NuMale President Brad Palubicki Shares Advice on How to Spot the Symptoms of Low T

By Brad Palubicki

Testosterone is an extremely important hormone to human body, and it is absolutely vital for men. Testosterone is responsible for men’s sexual function and motivation, muscle and bone formation, hair growth, and a host of other key functions of the body.

Normal testosterone levels in men and women may fluctuate with age or depending on a number of other internal and external factors. However, when testosterone levels fall below that normal fluctuation range, a variety of health complications begin to arise.

That’s why it is very important to spot the signs of low testosterone (Low T) early, before it significantly affects your wellness and way of life.

Men affected by Low T often experience chronic exhaustion, lack energy and depression. If you constantly feel tired for no significant reason, it might be time to have your hormone levels checked out.

Lack of testosterone causes a decrease in bone strength and density. If you begin to suffer bone fractures or are diagnosed with Osteoporosis, this might be a sign of Low T.

Premature ejaculation and a decrease in sexual desire are also among the unfortunate symptoms of low testosterone. If you begin to experience difficulties in achieving or maintaining an erection, do not simply resort to the blue pill. Please talk to an expert instead.

Low T may also cause infertility and conception problems, as testosterone is responsible for sperm and semen production in men.

If you notice an abnormal decrease in your muscle mass or are unable to achieve your fitness goals, even though you exercise regularly, you might be running low on testosterone.

While some men are lucky enough to keep a full head of hair into their 50s and beyond, others begin to bald before they turn 30. Early hair loss might be a sign of Low T. Fortunately, Low T-related balding can be significantly slowed down when diagnosed in time.

And last but not least, lack of testosterone in men often causes weight gain and obesity. Research shows that Low T disrupts normal metabolic functioning and triggers the body to store extra fat (especially in the abdominal area). This in turn may lead to a cardiovascular illness.

At NuMale Medical Center, we help thousands of men suffering from Low T regain their health and return to their normal lifestyles. Pay attention to these characteristic signs of low testosterone and consult a qualified physician for a thorough medical examination if you start to experience these symptoms.

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