American Testosterone Clinic for Men



Panel Updates from ENDO 2018: Guidelines for Men and Testosterone Replacement Therapy


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 25th, 2024

pretty young female HGH nurse outside hospital building  200x300Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Endocrine Society is the leading authority on Hormonal Disorders in the world. At this year's ENDO 2018 medical conference, clinical guidelines for Testosterone Replacement Therapy were released to the public. As you likely know, there is a range of opinions regarding the proper use of Bio-Identical Testosterone for Low-T. These clinical guidelines are intended to be a broad outline of the potential array of applications for Testosterone Therapy. Individual Endocrinologists and Hormone Specialists are still urged to use their best personal judgment, and these guidelines are intended to help them provide treatment accurately and specifically to the individuals that … Read more »

Selecting the Ideal Intermittent Fasting Protocol


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 25th, 2024

Dietician at work 300x219Reading Time: 4 minutesIntermittent Fasting is one of the most powerfully effective methods of weight loss and has experienced a burst in popularity across America. While fasts have long been a feature of some of the world's largest religions, fasting has been recognized for its ability to improve Hormone Balance and encourage weight loss. There is also evidence that Intermittent fasting can slow down many processes associated with aging, and can also protect the health of the heart. There are various methods of Intermittent Fasting, but 16 and 24-hour fasts are very popular. How Does Fasting Affect Insulin Levels? Insulin is how our … Read more »

Weekly Testosterone Enanthate Injections for Low Testosterone (Low-T)


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 25th, 2024

testosterone enanthate cypionate 199x300Reading Time: 3 minutesTestosterone Enanthate is one of many options available for patients clinically diagnosed with Low-T. It is one of the earliest forms of Testosterone Replacement Therapy, approved in 1953 for the treatment of Hypogonadism. While Testosterone Creams and Patches have grown significantly in popularity, Testosterone Enanthate Injections are still commonly prescribed. Two of the most widely available brand names are Xyosted and Delatestyl. Depending on the formulation or brand, Testosterone Enanthate may be delivered into muscle tissue or subcutaneously. Testosterone Enanthate is an esterized formulation of Bio-Identical Testosterone, meaning that the hormone has been linked to an alcohol-compound to slow down … Read more »

Limiting the Influence of Estrogen on Male Hormone Balance Through Diet


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 25th, 2024

how to increase levels naturally testosterone chart 300x300Reading Time: 5 minutesAs men get older, Testosterone becomes a precious resource. After around age 30, Testosterone Levels start to fall, albeit very slowly. This decline eventually culminates in symptoms associated with Low-T, including loss of strength, fatigue, weight gain, depression, sexual dysfunction, and more. One of the ways to preserve Testosterone Levels naturally is by controlling the influence of Estrogen on male physiology. For example, many foods contain enzymes known as phytoestrogens. These plant hormones mimic the effects of Estrogen and can have an inhibitive effect on Testosterone Production. There are also foods that help sustain Testosterone Levels. Elevated Estrogen Levels have … Read more »

Vitamin D and Sunlight for Mood and Hormone Balance


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 25th, 2024

a young hispanic woman soaking up some vitamin d from the warm sunlight at the beach_SKLWh9uCBi 300x200Reading Time: 3 minutesVitamin D is essential to the natural support of Testosterone. Individuals with Vitamin D Deficiency are significantly more likely to experience suppressed Testosterone Levels or clinically Diagnosed Low-T. Having healthy levels of Vitamin D is critical to maintaining Testosterone. Humans generate most of their Vitamin D via exposure to sunlight. However, there are some foods that are commonly fortified with Vitamin D. There are a few good natural food sources for Vitamin D, including fatty fish and mushrooms. Who Is Prone to Vitamin D Deficiency? Younger individuals in sunny climates tend to get plenty of Vitamin D, but as we … Read more »

Can Testosterone Deficiency Cause or Contribute to Feelings of Depression?


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 24th, 2024

Testosterone Increases Confidence and Reduces Anxiety 300x199Reading Time: 5 minutesTestosterone is a complex hormone that influences physical and psychological health in many ways. Most people are aware of the sexual effects of Testosterone Deficiency, such as impotence and lack of libido. Still, they aren't so aware of the variety of other issues that Testosterone Deficiency can cause. Testosterone belongs to a class of hormones that are referred to as Androgens. These hormones are produced in both men and women but are produced in far greater quantities in males. Testosterone plays a role in maintaining the normal function of the body in a variety of ways. Testosterone promotes muscle mass … Read more »

Clomiphene Citrate for Low-T


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 23rd, 2024

a female testosterone doctor holding an empty card isolated on white background  300x231Reading Time: 5 minutesClomiphene Citrate is an alternative to Testosterone Replacement Therapy for men looking for a way to safely restore their Testosterone Levels and improve their health, vitality, and sexual potency. It has helped many men across the country restore both their fertility and their erectile function, as well as improve their overall health and vitality. Although Clomiphene Citrate is available as a generic medication, it can also be found under the brand names Serophene and Clomid. Clomiphene Citrate was originally designed to be a fertility drug for women, but ongoing research has shown that the hormone has a tremendous impact upon … Read more »

Ditch the Alcohol if You Want to Maximize the Benefits and Gains From Weightlifting


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 22nd, 2024

alcohol 428392_640 300x199Reading Time: 4 minutesPretty much everyone understands these days that Testosterone is a major aspect of weightlifting and bodybuilding and the reason why men can build muscles more quickly and build more muscle than women. For that reason, it should come to little surprise that the use of alcohol, most notably, overindulgence and abuse of alcohol, can inhibit the body's ability to build and preserve muscle mass, reducing your ability and chances to maintain your ideal male physique. How Does Alcohol Interfere with Healthy Muscles? For men looking to maintain athletic performance or maintain a fit figure, alcohol can cause a lot of … Read more »

FYI: Testosterone Replacement Therapy DOES NOT Cause or Worsen Prostate Cancer!


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 21st, 2024

pictures of prostate cancer 3 300x186 8211Reading Time: 9 minutesProstate cancer is the most common tumor in men. The American Cancer Society estimates that 220,800 men will be diagnosed with the disease in 2015. According to standard medical theory, prostate cancer typically turns deadly after tumors stop responding to drugs that block the production of testosterone and its receptors. Therefore, for years, urologists have treated prostate cancer by decimating a man's testosterone levels, a treatment that is formally known as androgen deprivation therapy. Medical school taught that this was “The Holy Grail” of stopping prostate cancer dead in its tracks. Standard treatment for prostate cancer is chemical castration, drugs … Read more »

Seven Types of Drugs That Can Inhibit Sex Drive and Libido


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 19th, 2024

drugs inhibit sex drive 300x225Reading Time: 9 minutesAs men grow older, maintaining sexual health and performance is near the top of most men's minds. As men enter their forties and beyond, they start to become more susceptible to a number of different health conditions that can impact sexual function, including Testosterone Deficiency and Diabetes. Did you know, however, that there are actually many medications that can either inhibit your libido, inhibit your sexual function, or both? Men don't realize how common those medications are the root cause of erectile dysfunction. In fact, research suggests that sexual dysfunction is the result of the drugs taken by the male … Read more »

Common Chemicals Found in Plastic May Lower Testosterone Levels


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 18th, 2024

t decrease 300x187 3770Reading Time: 9 minutesIt is a commonly known fact that men begin to lose testosterone as they age. Most medical professionals agree that the rate of loss is approximately 10% per decade, and the results are not pleasant: weaker muscles and loss of muscle tone, weight gain, breast enlargement, increased fatigue, brain fog, depression, accumulated aches, and joint pains that just keep getting worse. Also, there are other problems: increased risk of heart attack, prostate problems, sleep difficulties, decreased sex drive, erectile dysfunction or urination problems, and a host of other maladies too numerous to mention. In an attempt to ward off the … Read more »

The Effects of Hypogonadism on Men and How to Fix It: Testosterone Replacement Therapy


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 17th, 2024

senior hormone doctor 300x200Reading Time: 11 minutesThe Effects of Hypogonadism on Men Learn more about the causes and cures of this ever-increasing problem    Your physician enters the room with a somber demeanor and announces, "Your blood tests are back, and it's confirmed: you have hypogonadism."    The response of many men to this somewhat confusing pronouncement is often: "what's that?" The medical, professional, clinical definition of hypogonadism is the reduction or absence of hormone secretion or other physiological activity of the gonads (testes). The Endocrine Society practice guideline has a similar definition: Hypogonadism in men is a clinical syndrome that results from failure of the … Read more »

Blood Testing Facilities for Testosterone Injections in Lubbock, Texas


Posted by Tempcities, Updated on January 17th, 2024

Reading Time: < 1 minuteLubbock ( LUB-?k) is the 11th-most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County. With a population of 255,885 in 2018, the city is also the 81st-most populous in the United States. The city is in the northwestern part of the state, a region known historically and geographically as the Llano Estacado, and ecologically is part of the southern end of the High Plains, lying at the economic center of the Lubbock metropolitan area, which has a projected 2020 population of 327,424. Lubbock's nickname, "Hub City", derives from it being the economic, educational, … Read more »

Support Your Fertility With Enclomiphene Citrate (Androxal) Throughout Testosterone Replacement Therapy


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 17th, 2024

enclomiphene citrate androxal TRT 199x300Reading Time: 3 minutesWhile testosterone therapy is a fantastic tool in the arsenal against low-T and andropause, there are other options available for testosterone replacement. One group for whom testosterone therapy is particularly problematic is men that are looking to conceive. Bio-identical testosterone effectively takes over for almost every aspect of natural testosterone production. Unfortunately, however, testosterone therapy temporarily suppresses fertility for the duration of the treatment. This inevitably leads men with fertility-needs to seek other treatment. Why Does Testosterone Therapy Lead to Temporary Infertility? In a closed system, the body produces testosterone when the hypothalamus receives input to produce more testosterone. The … Read more »

El Monte Blood Testing Facilities for Comprehensive Hormone Therapy With Injectable HGH


Posted by Tempcities, Updated on January 17th, 2024

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Male Fertility During Young Adulthood Correlated with Long-Term Health and Wellness


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 17th, 2024

masculinity 300x200Reading Time: 5 minutesWe all know how vital testosterone is for establishing masculinity and preserving health in the short term. However,  it is becoming more apparent that experiencing issues with testosterone levels and fertility earlier in life can impact one's health later in life. In a study produced by the academic publication Fertility and Sterility, evidence has been provided that shows that men that have issues with conception and sexual health earlier in life are more prone to a variety of health issues later in life. This study was a data-analysis conducted by Stanford University, in which 9,400 male patients were evaluated. Patients … Read more »

Relieve Fatigue and Increase Energy with Testosterone Replacement Therapy


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 16th, 2024

Andropause explained 300x200Reading Time: 4 minutesTestosterone deficiency is a multifaceted medical condition which has a widespread impact on human function. Most people are acutely aware of the sexual issues related to andropause and low-t, but other symptoms are less widely known and understood by the average person. One of the many symptoms which deflate quality of life for men with testosterone deficiency is fatigue. For men, testosterone plays a distinct role in metabolism and energy availability. When testosterone levels fall to those associated with low-t, this can lead to extreme fatigue and diminished aerobic capacity. It makes you feel like the world is dragging you … Read more »

Is Male Menopause Real? The Science of Andropause


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 15th, 2024

andropause medical condition 300x300Reading Time: 4 minutesLike most men, you're probably concerned about preserving healthy testosterone levels. Most guys are aware of low-t, but most are still unaware of the science behind testosterone deficiency and how it puts all men at risk, even the healthiest of men. That's because there is a robust age-related component to low-t. In fact, if every man lived long enough, they would eventually experience testosterone deficiency. What is Andropause? Most men begin to experience symptoms related to testosterone deficiency between the ages of 40 and 60. So many guys are affected that medical specialists have even coined a term for age-related … Read more »

Five Benefits of Testosterone That You Need to Know


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on January 14th, 2024

shutterstock 651719785 300x300 8668Reading Time: 3 minutesTestosterone. It's the magic hormone that turns boys into men. It is an essential hormone that all men need to produce to be masculine. High levels of testosterone are associated with masculine features such as body hair, a hoarse voice, and muscles. But that's far from all that it does. Testosterone delivers some significant health benefits as well. If you want to know why testosterone is healthy for you, consider this: young men are flooded with testosterone. Regrettably, men begin to lose their testosterone supply when they reach the age of 30, and this continues at approximately 10% per decade. … Read more »

Who Would Have Thought? The Moon’s Cycles Affect Men’s Hormones Too!


Posted by Professor Anna Gray, Updated on January 13th, 2024

testosterone levels are affected by the moon 300x200Reading Time: 3 minutesIt may be hard to believe but science says that men’s hormones can be effected on a monthly basis by the lunar (or moon) cycle. Especially with the full moon, men suffer from disrupted sleep and increased stress. The hormones affected are the sex hormone, testosterone, and the stress hormone, cortisol, both of which flow regularly through a man’s bloodstream. Lunar Cycle Affects Testosterone and Blood Chemistry in Men The scientists involved in this fascinating study are from research centers in Tunisia and Qatar. In addition to the moon affecting testosterone and cortisol, the scientists also suspect that solar radiation, … Read more »