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Los Angeles Low Testosterone in Women
22Dec

What are a woman’s symptoms when she has too low a level of testosterone?

When it comes to regulating how the body functions, there are few substances more important than hormones. They are known as “chemical messengers” that travel throughout the body initiating and controlling pretty much everything that goes on. Insulin controls blood sugar levels and stores glucose so that we have sufficient energy levels when we need them. Thyroid is needed by every cell in the body in order to function properly. Everyone’s favorite, serotonin, is what makes us feel good.

Equally important is testosterone, known as the male sex hormone, although women also have testosterone and insufficient levels can lead to problems. For women, both testosterone and estrogen are produced by the ovaries. Testosterone plays an important role in body growth and maintenance, libido enhancement, and blood cell production, as well as supporting repairs in tissues of the reproductive system. How much testosterone is produced differs based on age and by the time women reach 40, the level is half of what it was when she was 20. Sometimes this can be a problem.

Symptoms of Low Testosterone Levels in Women

Symptoms of Low Testosterone Levels in Women Los Angeles

What happens when levels of testosterone in women are too low?

While the decrease in testosterone levels in women is natural and perfectly normal, if they reach too low, this can have a significant effect on the quality of life. This is especially true when the drop is from a reason other than normal aging, like loss of the ovaries due to surgery, chemotherapy, substance abuse, disease, certain medications, and even the use of birth control drugs. There is a wide range of symptoms that may indicate low levels of testosterone in women. Some of these include:

  • Lack of energy and prolonged listlessness and lethargy
  • Overall muscle weakness and loss of muscle tone
  • Continual and consistent fatigue without apparent reason
  • Inability to sleep through the night
  • Low or nonexistent sex drive
  • Lack of pleasure or satisfaction with sexual relations
  • Weight gain
  • Issues with fertility
  • Menstrual cycles that are irregular or disappear altogether
  • Dryness in the vaginal area
  • Loss of bone density
  • Leaky bladder

Not surprisingly, one last symptom that needs to be included on that list is depression. It is certainly easy to understand at least some level of depression when dealing with any of those, let alone several. To make things worse, it is not uncommon for low testosterone levels to be considered just a “normal” part of menopause that must simply be expected.

One of the biggest obstacles to effective treatment for women struggling with proper levels of testosterone is the lack of research. Most physicians have little understanding of just how significantly women are affected by low testosterone and, consequently, are often at a loss as to treatment options. Some suggestions that are often considered are:

  • Therapy, regular and sex therapy
  • Stress management techniques
  • Making sure to get a good night’s sleep
  • A better diet

While these are good recommendations for most people, it is unlikely that they will adequately address levels of testosterone that are too low. A better course may be to find a healthcare professional familiar with this issue and get the most informed advice possible.

The Southern California Center for Anti-Aging focuses on the practice of advanced, preventive and regenerative medicine. We strongly believe correcting imbalances and deficiencies in nutrition, along with improving fitness and balancing and restoring hormones with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, can help with creating the foundation for a healthier and happier life.

To learn more about our programs or if you have questions about any of our services, take advantage of our Free Consultation by filling out our convenient online form below.

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Los Angeles Anti Aging Benefits of Peptides
21Apr

What are peptides and what kinds of anti-aging benefits do they have? 

Peptides, which are found in all living cells, are molecules made up of chains of amino acids. So are proteins, but the chain-like structures of proteins contain at least 50 amino acids, whereas a peptide can have as few as two. Peptides are sometimes thought of as protein’s little brothers. 

Other than a vague recollection from a mostly forgotten biology class, you may not be aware of the importance that peptides play in the overall health of our bodies. Peptides, linked together, form the building blocks of protein, which is the underlying structure of tissue throughout the body, including the internal organs and the skin. Some of the functions supported by peptides include:

  • anti-inflammatory
  • building muscle
  • increasing nutrient potential of foods
  • decreasing levels of harmful microbes
  • aiding fight against diseases

anti-aging benefits of peptides in los angeles

Another benefit of peptides is their potential for having anti-aging properties. Collagen, a protein, makes up roughly 75 percent of the skin. It is the collagen that gives skin its elasticity and youthful appearance. Unfortunately, as we age, the body’s production of collagen starts to slow down. To make matters worse, the collagen that remains is susceptible to becoming fragmented and broken apart. This leads to the all too familiar lines, wrinkles and sagging skin.

 

The good news is that ongoing research indicates the benefits of incorporating peptides, the building blocks of proteins, into anti-aging products, including those targeting the restoration of collagen in the skin. An example of this is copper peptide, a tripeptide consisting of copper with three amino acids. It is found naturally in the body and supplements containing copper peptide are believed to not only stimulate the production of new collagen, but also aid the immune system in wound healing, reduce inflammation and have antioxidant properties. 

What Is Anti-Aging And How Do Peptides Help?

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Anti-aging is a concept that is often not totally understood. It does not refer to science fiction scenarios that focus on immortality through some sort of magical potion nor is the rapidly growing field of regenerative medicine defined simply by the charts and graphs that show increased longevity statistics and predictions. According to the special report published by Dr. Judi Goldstone of the Southern California Center for Anti-Aging: “Anti-Aging/Regenerative Medicine aims not to just prolong the total years of an individual’s life, but to ensure that those years are enjoyed in a productive and vital fashion.”
Anti-aging is as much about the quality of aging as it is the goal of slowing it down. This means developing and using tools and methods to address the metabolic causes behind aging. Some of the most common of those causes include:

  • hormonal changes, including excessive amounts of insulin
  • chronic, internal inflammation
  • damage from free radicals
  • decreased ability for the body to remove toxins
  • oxidative stress
  • loss of DNA’s ability to reproduce and repair its cells and gene mutations
  • weakening of the immune system
  • decreased cellular function

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Peptides are believed to have a significant role in the anti-aging process. This is especially true for collagen peptides used to improve skin health and appearance and creatine peptides, which are thought to be beneficial in building strength and increasing muscle mass. 

The Southern California Center for Anti-Aging focuses on the practice of advanced, preventive and regenerative medicine. We strongly believe correcting imbalances and deficiencies in nutrition, along with improving fitness and balancing and restoring hormones with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, can help with creating the foundation for a healthier and happier life. To learn more about our holistic approach or if you have questions about any of our services, take advantage of our Free Consultation by filling out our convenient online form.

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Use of HCG to Prevent Testicular Shrinkage Los Angeles
7Aug

How Does Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) come into play during TRT Treatment?

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Several studies have found that low doses of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) can help to solve the testicular shrinkage caused by testosterone replacement therapy.  hCG is another hormone in the body that is mainly responsible for fertility and fetal development. In men, it can help to increase the production of testosterone and sperm.
When on testosterone replacement therapy, the body may shut off its production of testosterone. This can lead to shrinking of testicles, and a reduction in fertility. Using hCG can help to keep these things from happening. hCG is an injection that is administered by patients under the skin, (like insulin). It is very effective at treating testicular shrinkage and decreased fertility.

Potential Side Effects

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As with any product you put into your body, there may be side effects with taking hCG. These include:

  • Headache
  • Irritability
  • Restlessness
  • Depression
  • Fatigue
  • Edema
  • Pain at the site of injection
  • Sensitivity at the site of the injection

What is Testosterone?

Testosterone is a hormone the body produces mainly in the testicles, which helps to maintain different processes in a man’s body. Some examples are:

  • Bone density
  • Fat distribution
  • Muscle strength and mass
  • Facial and body hair
  • Red blood cell production
  • Sex drive
  • Sperm production

As men age, their production of testosterone gradually declines. Low testosterone, also known as hypogonadism, can be from a problem with the testicles or due to malfunction of the hypothalamus or pituitary gland in the brain. In these cases, testosterone replacement is the best option to reduce the symptoms that men can experience. Symptoms that men can experience when they have low testosterone levels include:

  • Changes in sexual function–this can range from a reduction in sexual desire, fewer erections, and infertility.
  • Changes in sleep–can cause insomnia
  • Physical changes–many changes can occur, including an increase in body fat, reduced muscle strength, decreased bone density, swollen and tender breasts, and hair loss.
  • Emotional changes – patients can also experience a decrease in motivation, self-confidence, feel sad or depressed, or have trouble remembering or concentrating.

Testosterone replacement is the current treatment for hypogonadism, and it is available in several forms. With help from a doctor, patients can decide which form or replacement will be best form them-patches and gels applied to the skin, injections, or implants.

What Are Some Side Effects of Testosterone Treatment?

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Most men who undergo replacement therapy report feeling like they have more energy, a boost in sex drive, enhancement in memory, and focus. Listed below are some side effects to know of:

  • Increased hematocrit and blood viscosity
  • Testicular shrinkage
  • Acne/skin reactions
  • Reduced male fertility

Contact us today by calling and making your appointment at the Southern California Center for Anti-Aging if you are interested in finding out if you are a candidate for testosterone therapy.

 

 

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Glutathione Anti Aging Best Friend Los Angeles
27Feb

What are the benefits of glutathione and how does it help with aging?

“Glutathione is the most important molecule you need to stay healthy and prevent aging, cancer, heart disease, dementia and more, and necessary to treat everything from autism to Alzheimer’s disease. I called it the mother of all antioxidants.” Mark Hyman, MD, Director of Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Functional Medicine

Most of us may not be able to describe exactly what free radicals are or how they operate, but we have heard so much about them in recent years that we know they can cause damage to our bodies at the cellular level and interfere with DNA. We also know that our best defense against these harmful molecules are antioxidants, and we may be familiar with the better known ones, like vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, lutein, lycopene and selenium. But, what some refer to as the “rock star” of antioxidants is a compound that you may have never heard of; glutathione.  
Health professionals recognize the many benefits of antioxidants and glutathione, in particular. Just some of the benefits that are believed to be associated with glutathione include:

  • Neutralizes free radicals
  • Reduces toxicity of chemicals, pollutants and drugs
  • Slows aging processes
  • Reduces muscle damage
  • Improves recovery time
  • Increases strength and endurance
  • Aids metabolism in muscle development
  • May help prevent or slow the progression of conditions such as heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, Parkinson’s disease, type 2 diabetes, hepatitis and others

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Does The Body Produce It’s Own Glutathione?

The good news is that the body produces its own glutathione, which consists of the protein-building amino acids, cysteine, glycine and glutamine. Glutathione contains sulfur, which is believed to be at the center of its superpowers. Because sulfur tends to be a sticky substance, as it moves through the body it attracts and hangs on to lots of things that are not good for us. These undesirables include substances like mercury, heavy metals and other damaging toxins. And, the sulfur in glutathione, gathers up free radicals and carries them out before they can accumulate to the point of causing oxidative stress, which is how they wreck such havoc in the cells.

What may be even more impressive about glutathione is that the body not only produces it, but it also recycles it in the liver so that it just keeps on working. Unfortunately, the not so good news is that glutathione is not indestructible. As we age, the production of glutathione begins to decline. Plus, the onslaught of the way we live our lives these days takes a heavy toll on this crucial antioxidant. Besides aging, just some of the things that deplete the body’s supply are:

  • Stress
  • Poor diet
  • Pollution
  • Drugs and medications
  • Trauma
  • Radiation and toxins
  • Chemotherapy
  • Infections

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What happens to the body if the amount of Glutathione is low?

Without a healthy supply of glutathione, the liver becomes unable to keep up with its main job of removing toxins and our cells are vulnerable to the effects of free radicals and other types of infections and damage. There are ways to help the body maintain higher levels of glutathione. These include:

  • Diet – eat foods that are high in sulfur and will help boost the body’s production of glutathione, like onions, garlic, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, watercress, collards, eggs, nuts, legumes and lean proteins.
  • Exercise – try to get at least a moderate amount of exercise on a daily basis
  • Sufficient sleep
  • Supplements – take those supplements that work with and support glutathione, such as alpha lipoic acid, folate, vitamins B6, B12, C and E, selenium and milk thistle.

The Southern California Center for Anti-Aging focuses on the practice of advanced, preventive and regenerative medicine. We strongly believe correcting imbalances and deficiencies in nutrition, along with improving fitness and balancing and restoring hormones with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, can help with creating the foundation for a healthier and happier life. We use a wide range of advanced testing and analysis, including food allergy testing, to ensure the best results for our clients.

To learn more about our glutathione injections or if you have questions about any of our services, take advantage of our Free Consultation by filling out our convenient online form below.

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Los Angeles Low Testosterone in Women
17Oct

What are a woman’s symptoms when she has too low a level of testosterone?

When it comes to regulating how the body functions, there are few substances more important than hormones. They are known as “chemical messengers” that travel throughout the body initiating and controlling pretty much everything that goes on. Insulin controls blood sugar levels and stores glucose so that we have sufficient energy levels when we need them. Thyroid is needed by every cell in the body in order to function properly. Everyone’s favorite, serotonin, is what makes us feel good.

Equally important is testosterone, known as the male sex hormone, although women also have testosterone and insufficient levels can lead to problems. For women, both testosterone and estrogen are produced by the ovaries. Testosterone plays an important role in body growth and maintenance, libido enhancement, and blood cell production, as well as supporting repairs in tissues of the reproductive system. How much testosterone is produced differs based on age and by the time women reach 40, the level is half of what it was when she was 20. Sometimes this can be a problem.

Symptoms of Low Testosterone Levels in Women

Symptoms of Low Testosterone Levels in Women Los Angeles

What happens when levels of testosterone in women are too low?

While the decrease in testosterone levels in women is natural and perfectly normal, if they reach too low, this can have a significant effect on the quality of life. This is especially true when the drop is from a reason other than normal aging, like loss of the ovaries due to surgery, chemotherapy, substance abuse, disease, certain medications, and even the use of birth control drugs. There is a wide range of symptoms that may indicate low levels of testosterone in women. Some of these include:

  • Lack of energy and prolonged listlessness and lethargy
  • Overall muscle weakness and loss of muscle tone
  • Continual and consistent fatigue without apparent reason
  • Inability to sleep through the night
  • Low or nonexistent sex drive
  • Lack of pleasure or satisfaction with sexual relations
  • Weight gain
  • Issues with fertility
  • Menstrual cycles that are irregular or disappear altogether
  • Dryness in the vaginal area
  • Loss of bone density
  • Leaky bladder

Not surprisingly, one last symptom that needs to be included on that list is depression. It is certainly easy to understand at least some level of depression when dealing with any of those, let alone several. To make things worse, it is not uncommon for low testosterone levels to be considered just a “normal” part of menopause that must simply be expected.

One of the biggest obstacles to effective treatment for women struggling with proper levels of testosterone is the lack of research. Most physicians have little understanding of just how significantly women are affected by low testosterone and, consequently, are often at a loss as to treatment options. Some suggestions that are often considered are:

  • Therapy, regular and sex therapy
  • Stress management techniques
  • Making sure to get a good night’s sleep
  • A better diet

While these are good recommendations for most people, it is unlikely that they will adequately address levels of testosterone that are too low. A better course may be to find a healthcare professional familiar with this issue and get the most informed advice possible.

The Southern California Center for Anti-Aging focuses on the practice of advanced, preventive and regenerative medicine. We strongly believe correcting imbalances and deficiencies in nutrition, along with improving fitness and balancing and restoring hormones with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, can help with creating the foundation for a healthier and happier life.

To learn more about our programs or if you have questions about any of our services, take advantage of our Free Consultation by filling out our convenient online form below.

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Los Angeles Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
Peptide Therapy Main Page
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