As we age, it is common for people to have decreased energy, feel sluggish, and have a hard time feeling motivated to do everyday activities. Many people like to blame this on aging or just “getting older”. However, there could be underlying hormonal imbalances that are affecting your energy levels. As we age, our overall hormone production decreases. For some, this decline may just seem like a little more fatigue in their daily lives. For others, it may have a more drastic effect. Each person experiences hormone imbalance differently; however, a decrease in energy is one of the most common symptoms in both men and women of all ages.

Is a lack of libido affecting your romantic relationship or preventing you from pursuing a new one? Are you finding yourself uninterested in having intimate relations? Does it feel like you are in a rut? Are you experiencing sexual dysfunctions? Many people, especially women, think that it’s normal to have very little or no desire for sex or intimate relations. However, having no sexual desire is not normal and in fact, a hormonal imbalance could be to blame. Testosterone is an important sexual hormone for both men and women. Having optimal hormone levels is vital for both libido and sexual function. Low estrogen levels may be contributing to sexual dysfunction in women as well. If this sounds like something you are experiencing, maybe it is time to get your hormone levels checked.

With the increased demands of our hectic lifestyles, sleep can be hard to come by. Do you have trouble falling or staying asleep? Do you wake up in the middle of the night and can’t fall back to sleep? Do you find yourself waking up in the morning feeling more exhausted than when you went to bed the night before? Sleep is a vital part of the rest and recovery process our bodies go through every night. A lack of sleep has been linked to many chronic health conditions. Several factors play a role in our bodies’ capacity to both fall and stay asleep. Optimal hormone levels are one of these important factors for complete and healthy sleep.

We have all heard the saying “a body in motion, stays in motion.” This old cliche holds very true. Movement and physical activity are vital to maintaining healthy joints and decreasing pain. However, sometimes your joints may need a little more help than just physical activity. Having optimal hormones can be helpful in not only relieving joint pain but also with bone and muscle health as well. Optimal hormone levels are vital to a healthy mind and body.

Is physical activity and a healthy diet not cutting it anymore? Have you tried “exercising more” and “eating healthy” but just can’t seem to lose that belly fat? Do you feel like you have less energy during your workouts than before or it is taking you longer to recover from your workouts than it used to? Low testosterone levels may be to blame for the stubborn belly fat, lack of muscle building, low energy, and longer recovery times. In both men and women, suboptimal testosterone has been shown to negatively affect weight loss, muscle mass growth, and maintenance, as well as post-workout recovery times.

Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Do you find yourself constantly worrying about things that are out of your control? Do you find yourself feeling nervous or restless? Are you finding things that used to interest you no longer bring you joy? Are you feeling tired, hopeless, sad, irritable, or unmotivated to do everyday tasks? Is it hard for you to concentrate? Many people experiencing these symptoms are unaware that a hormonal imbalance could be contributing to these symptoms and feelings. Optimizing your hormone levels could be a great start to alleviating some of these symptoms.

Have you noticed as you’ve gotten older that you are having a harder time concentrating and recalling the details of your days and conversations? Are you having a hard time concentrating on simple tasks? Do you feel like there is a constant “fog” that you just cannot seem to shake? Many people are surprised to find out that low hormone levels may be part of the reason you are experiencing these symptoms. Optimal hormone levels are key to optimal cognitive function for men and women of all ages.