NovaGenix Insights

Testosterone therapy and aging men. Weighing out the potential benefits and risks       For anyone considering starting TRT to help fight off the symptoms of aging, it’s important to know the benefits and risks associated with low T treatment.     As men age, testosterone replacement therapy sounds like a promising solution to the signs and symptoms of growing older. There are lots of resources out there and most of the things you will read online seem to contradict each other. With so many misconceptions regarding what treatment can actually do, it’s important to speak to licensed and experienced healthcare provider.  It’s important to begin and focus on the facts about Testosterone.    Just what is testosterone? Testosterone is a Hormone found in both men and women. The difference is that the amount of testosterone produced by men far exceeds the amount that women need for optimized health. Primarily produced in the test...

How to boost testosterone levels      As we age and go through life, our hormones change. Testosterone levels, which may have been normal at the age 20 years old is not the same as we approach our 40s, 50s and 60s. Men tend to lose between one and 2% of their overall serum testosterone levels each year on average.    A testosterone level that’s on the lower end may be due to several factors. This is one of the reasons why during your initial consultation with Dr. Mackey at NovaGenix , we review your past medical history, family history, and blood work to try and determine what may be the causes of your symptoms.    Before starting testosterone replacement therapy, patients may want to try to increase their testosterone levels naturally before trying TRT.    What are some of the main options available for men who wish to optimize their testosterone levels naturally? Keeping a healthy body weight.    Simply put this is one...