Testosterone

What follows is a guide to discussing testosterone with your physician, what labs to monitor, what adjunctive therapies to consider, and what the trade-offs are. Testosterone & Aging: More Than Just One Hormone When people talk about testosterone (T) and “anti-aging,” there’s often an oversimplified narrative: “My T is low → I’ll take exogenous testosterone → I’ll feel better, live longer.” The reality is more nuanced. Testosterone is one node in a complex endo­crine network.

Guest Contributor: Travis Smith, D.O.  FAAEM | Emergency Medicine Board Certified | Concierge Medicine - Preventive Medicine - Aging and Longevity Consultant | Former Founding Dean of LECOM at Jacksonville University  | Senior Advisor - HHS/HRSA OA When most people think about testosterone, they think of men. But testosterone is just as essential for women’s health — influencing mood, energy, muscle tone, libido, and overall vitality. Beginning in a woman’s 30s, natural test

When to consider testosterone replacement therapy What you’ll learn from this resource guide: • When to consider testosterone replacement therapy based on clinical criteria • Different delivery methods and their advantages/disadvantages • How to find qualified practitioners and ensure proper monitoring • Understanding potential risks and benefits based on latest research • Integration strategies with natural optimization approaches Estimated read time: 7 minutes Table of Con

Understanding Natural Testosterone Optimization What you’ll learn from this resource guide: • Evidence-based natural strategies to boost testosterone levels by 20-30% • Specific resistance training protocols proven to enhance hormone production • Nutritional approaches and supplements that support testosterone synthesis • Sleep optimization techniques for maximizing overnight hormone release • Stress management strategies that protect against cortisol-induced testosterone dec

Testosterone is not just for masculinity or muscles - it is essential for longevity After decades of optimizing my physiology and being able to continue be as physically active in my 60s as I was in my 30s, I’ve learned that testosterone isn’t just about masculinity or muscle—it’s fundamentally about longevity. Recent groundbreaking clinical trials have revolutionized our understanding of testosterone’s role in healthy aging, while simultaneously revealing powerful natural