Hormone decline

What is hormone decline?

Hormone levels naturally decline as we age. This occurs in both men and women, leading to symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and loss of sex drive. Understanding the causes and impacts of hormonal imbalance can help you make informed decisions about hormone therapy.

Key Things to Know

• Perimenopause starts for women around age 40. Periods become irregular and estrogen levels start dropping, continuing into menopause around age 51.


• Men's testosterone production also declines with age, about 1% per year after age 30. This can cause loss of muscle mass, strength, and libido.


• Lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, and stress affect hormone levels too. Optimizing these can help mitigate declines.


• Hormone therapy can relieve symptoms, but has some risks to consider. Work with a doctor to see if it's right for you.

Impacts of Hormone Decline

Both men and women experience issues like:

• Fatigue


• Difficulty sleeping


• Weight gain and slowed metabolism


• Loss of muscle mass and bone density


• Decreased sex drive and performance


• Mood changes like irritation or anxiety

The symptoms can severely impact quality of life. Talk to your doctor if you're experiencing any persistent issues.

*If you're struggling with hormonal issues, the experts at Balance Health Clinic() can help. They specialize in customized bioidentical hormone therapy to help you restore optimal balances and feel your best again.

Assessing Your Hormone Levels

Getting your hormone levels tested is key to understanding what's going on in your body. This can uncover deficiencies or imbalances contributing to your symptoms.

Some key hormones that decline with age include:

• Estrogen and progesterone in women


• Testosterone in men


• Thyroid hormones


• DHEA


• Melatonin

Based on your test results and symptoms, your doctor can advise on lifestyle changes or hormone treatments that could help. Managing hormone changes proactively is important for maintaining good health.