Hormone decline is a natural part of the aging process that occurs as we get older. Our hormones, which regulate many of the body's processes, begin to decrease in production and circulation. The key hormones that decline are:
- Testosterone - This male sex hormone regulates sex drive, muscle mass, bone density, red blood cell production, and more. Testosterone levels start declining after age 30 by about 1% per year. Low testosterone can cause fatigue, erectile dysfunction, loss of muscle mass, and bone loss in men.
- Estrogen - This key female sex hormone regulates the menstrual cycle and reproductive system. Estrogen levels start declining in the years leading up to menopause, which usually begins around age 50. Lower estrogen leads to symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, insomnia, and bone loss in women.
- Thyroid - Thyroid hormones regulate metabolism, heart rate, mood, and more. Thyroid production declines with age, often starting in the 40s. Low thyroid can cause fatigue, weight gain, depression, and sensitivity to cold.
- Growth Hormone - This hormone promotes growth in youth but declines significantly as we age. Lower growth hormone leads to loss of muscle mass, bone density, and exercise capacity.
- Melatonin - This sleep-regulating hormone decreases with age, leading to more insomnia and disrupted sleep patterns in older adults.
Some other effects of hormone decline include
decreased energy levels,
loss of muscle strength,
increased body fat,
poorer brain function, and reduced
immunity. While some hormone changes are inevitable, maintaining an active lifestyle and healthy diet may help
slow the decline. For more significant hormone drops,
hormone therapy is an option to help get levels back into the optimal range under medical supervision.
The physicians at
Renew Hormone Solutions specialize in the customized treatment of age-related hormone decline. We provide comprehensive lab testing to identify your hormone imbalances, and expert medical care to help you restore optimal hormone levels. Feel your best at any age with our
evidence-based hormone therapy programs! Ask us how we can help you address low testosterone, estrogen, thyroid, growth hormone, and more.
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