Hormone Levels for Men & Women – 25 Facts you MUST know Before Beginning the Anti Aging Diet in 2017 – Dr Ken Romeo Reno Nevada – #19

Posts #15 through #25 contain science that you will need to know during the first 45 to 60 days of the Anti Aging Diet.

It’s almost impossible to achieve steady sustained and long-term weight loss without making sure that your hormones are in balance. By now you should understand that:

1. High fasting insulin levels MUST be brought back to normal
2. If thyroid status is low, it MUST be brought back to normal
3. Estrogen, testosterone and DHEA (See “30 Days of DHEA” on this blog site) MUST be brought to a youthful level

The Anti Aging Diet itself will help with the majority of the above “musts,” but it is imperative that you seek guidance and blood testing from your physician to assess your blood levels.

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Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV. He is an expert in Natural Anti-Aging protocols and Anti Inflammatory Sciences.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942

Testosterone for Men - 25 Facts you MUST Know Before Beginning the Anti Aging Diet in 2017 – Dr Ken Romeo Reno Nevada – #18

Posts #15 through #25 contain science that you will need to know during the first 45 to 60 days of the Anti Aging Diet.

Men in particular should check with their doctor before beginning the Anti Aging Diet. Though I do not generally support hormone supplementation as necessary to succeed with the Anti Aging Diet, a male over 40 should be checked for testosterone and estrogen levels by their physician.

Numerous studies show that boosting testosterone in males is associated with decreased abdominal fat, reverses glucose intolerance and reduces lipoprotein abnormalities. ( Tenover et al)

Also see my series on “30 Days of DHEA” at this blog.

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Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV. He is an expert in Natural Anti-Aging protocols and Anti Inflammatory Sciences.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942

Dr Ken Romeo - Testosterone Levels in Arguments - Anti Aging - Reno NV

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

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Winning aggressive disputes is one of several things that can alter a person’s response to future stressful events.

“Scientists have previously tested dominant and subordinate male hamsters in a conditioned defeat model and found that dominant individuals show less change in behavior following social defeat stress compared to subordinates and controls, indicating a reduced conditioned defeat response.” Horm Behav. 2016 Sep 9;86:27-35. doi: 10.1016/j.yhbeh.2016.09.002.

So here’s the question: Does winning an aggressive event increase testosterone levels?

Answer…YES!

In the study, male hamsters were paired in aggressive encounters and blood samples were collected immediately before and 15min and 30min after the formation of dominance relationships. “Dominants showed an increase in plasma testosterone at 15min post-interaction compared to their pre-interaction baseline, whereas subordinates and controls showed no change in plasma testosterone.” Horm Behav. 2016 Sep 9;86:27-35. doi:

I am certainly not advocating arguments or fights or anything else that is violent. But I have to wonder whether this model can be compared to much of human behavior. If so, it certainly explains many of the complex human relationships that exist in the work environment where managers have, many times, access to authority which they have no business having – The Peter Principle.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV. He is an expert in Natural Anti-Aging protocols and Anti Inflammatory Sciences.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942

Source: Horm Behav. 2016 Sep 9;86:27-35. doi: 10.1016/j.yhbeh.2016.09.002.

Dr Ken Romeo – Anti Aging – Testosterone Replacement Therapy. A 3-year Study in Older Men – Reno Nevada

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

Given all the hype about testosterone replacement therapy in men and its purported benefits in anti aging, testosterone‘s effects on muscle strength and physical function in older men have been inconsistent. For that matter, testosterone’s effects on muscle power and physical endurance have not been studied until now!

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A recent study attempted to determine the effects of testosterone administration for 3 years in older men (older than 60 years) on muscle strength, power, endurance and physical function

“In this double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial, healthy men with total testosterone 100-400 ng/dL or free testosterone <50 pg/mL, were randomized to 7.5-g 1% testosterone or placebo gel daily for 3 years.”

At baseline, the groups were similar but after 3 years, testosterone administration was associated with “significantly greater performance in unloaded and loaded stair-climbing power than placebo.” Also, “Changes in chest press strength and power, leg press power were significantly greater in men randomized to testosterone than in those randomized to placebo. Lean body mass significantly increased more in the testosterone group.” (Pub Med: Effects of Testosterone Supplementation for 3-Years on Muscle Performance and Physical Function in Older Men.)

In short….in this study, testosterone replacement therapy worked!

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942

Off-Label Drugs and Anti Aging - Dr Ken Romeo - Reno NV

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

Given the surge of the aging population in modern societies, one of the most important health care needs is successful aging with less frailty and dependency.

In seems like for the past 10 to 15 years a new anti aging practice appears on every street corner, promising to retarding or even stop and reverse the effects of aging on the human body.

One of the cornerstones of anti-aging medicine is hormone replacement therapy. At present, women live one third of their lives in a state of sex-hormone deficiency. Men are also subject to age-related testosterone decline, but andropause remains frequently under-diagnosed and under-treated.

Due to the decline of hormone production from gonads in both sexes, the importance of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) in steroid hormone production increases with age. DHEA levels decrease with age in both sexes.

Skin aging as well as decreases in lean body mass, bone mineral density, sexual desire and erectile function, intellectual activity and mood have all been related to a decrease of hormone production with age.

Disagreements exist between recommendations from medical and scientific societies and the actual use of hormone supplements in aging and elderly patients.

But one can no longer argue that a decline in an individuals hormone levels directly affect the aging process and age-related diseases such as sarcopenia and falls, osteoporosis, cognitive decline, mood disorders, cardiovascular health and sexual activity. Deceased levels do affect the disease states mentioned.

However, methods exist that when utilized under the care of a health provider who specializes in natural healing can be just as effective in disease regression without the dangers of "medical" hormone replacement therapy. Physicians are trained to treat disease. I cannot define aging as a "disease."

Natural Methods Exist

We argue on future perspectives of such protocols as part of everyday practice but done naturally when possible and not immediately with dangerous hormone replacement prescription drugs.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

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CONTACT: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com

DHEA - A "Must Have" in Anti Aging Programs - Dr Ken Romeo - Anti Aging - Reno Nevada

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

DHEA is the most abundant steroid hormone in the circulation. It is potent and functions in many ways.

Epidemiological studies suggests that levels of serum DHEA decrease with age. Unfortunately this has been associated with the onset or progression of various age-related ailments, including cognitive decline and dementia, cardiovascular disease, and obesity.

These findings have sparked intense research interest in DHEA supplementation as an "antiaging" therapy.

A little known fact to the general public is that DHEA is being used by 25% of in vitro fertilization clinicians as an adjuvant in assisted reproductive programs.

A recent study examined the use of novel DHEA-containing oral-films in patients undertaking in vitro fertilization and investigated the impact of these pills on their serum androgen profile. "Androgen is a steroid hormone that stimulates or controls the development and maintenance of male characteristics."  ( Sriram. "Steroids". Medicinal Chemistry. Pearson Education India. p. 437.

The study determined the androgen profile of 31 in vitro patients before and after DHEA supplementation. Baseline serum measurements of testosterone (total and free), DHEA sulfate, sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), and androstenedione were made before and after supplementation.

Each patient received DHEA films containing 25 mg of micronized DHEA, and films were administered sublingually twice daily for a period of no greater than 4 months.

Adjuvant treatment with DHEA boosted the serum concentration of a number of androgen-related analytes, including total and free testosterone, androstenedione, and DHEAS, while serum SHBG remained unchanged. Supplementation also significantly increased the free-androgen index in IVF patients.

It is important to note that the hormone increase following DHEA supplementation was found to be dependent on body mass index (BMI), but not individual age.

"Patients with the lowest BMI (<20.0 kg/m(2)) tended to have lower testosterone and DHEAS, but higher SHBG and androstenedione levels in comparison with other BMI groups post supplementation. However, patients in the highest BMI group (>30.0 kg/m(2)) tended to have lower androgen responses following DHEA supplementation, but these were not statistically different from the corresponding baseline level." (See source below)

The study concluded that DHEA administration results in enhancement of testosterone, DHEAS, and androstenedione levels.  It also showed that BMI significantly influences DHEA uptake and metabolism, and that BMI should be carefully considered during dosage calculation to ensure a significant and robust androgen-profile boost.

Source: Drug Des Devel Ther. 2015 Oct 9;9:5569-78.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com

Testosterone and BiPolar Disorder in Men and Women - Dr Ken Romeo - Anti Aging - Reno NV

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

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Let’s get right to the core of this: Testosterone influences well-being, mood and cognition. The administration of testosterone for men in anti aging programs is now common place. Personally, I have found that barring physiological abnormalities, testosterone precursors work just as well and are far less dangerous, have less side effects, and are less COSTLY!

Could testosterone play a role in the treatment of bipolar disorder.

A recent study examined baseline total testosterone levels and current depression scores in male and female patients with bipolar disorder and mild to moderate depression. The study also examined people without bipolar disorder.

The results?

Testosterone levels were significantly lower for male patients with bipolar disorder compared with healthy males. But get this: Women with bipolar disorder had significantly higher testosterone levels than women without bipolar disorder.

One can only conclude that differing testosterone levels may represent an important neurobiological abnormality in bipolar disorder and may differ by gender.

We need to confirm these findings in future studies. Testosterone may turn out to be a rational treatment for bipolar disorder in men, and the use of gender appropriate treatment strategies for the normalisation of testosterone levels in women need to be further examined.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942

Dr Ken Romeo - DHEA, Testosterone and Exercise Capacity - Anti Aging - Reno Nevada

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) is the most abundant sex steroid. It is a precursor hormone used by athletes for performance enhancement as it can increase testosterone levels.

The potential effects of DHEA supplementation combined with exercise training on body composition, exercise performance, and hormone regulation are currently unclear.

Natural protocols in anti aging science do not work overnight, but they do work! In a recent study, six-week DHEA supplementation alone significantly increased body weight, muscle weight, testosterone level, and glycogen contents (liver and muscle) in mice.

ergo-log.com Difference between placebo and DHEA supplementation on testosterone levels

DHEA supplementation alone had no negative impact on all tissue and biochemical profiles, but could not improve exercise performance which is strange. Although DHEA supplementation alone had no beneficial effect in the exercise performance of mice, the body weight, testosterone level and glycogen content significantly increased.

Perhaps given more time, the exercise levels would have improved. DHEA supplementation is usually an important part of any anti aging program for men.

As a parting thought, exercise in the short term may decrease the DHEA supplements absorptive capacity. A long study is necessary as testosterone levels did increase which usually equate to better exercise performance. Remember, natural anti aging and performance enhancing programs work....but they take time. In my experience, the lack of negative side effects far outweighs the risk of direct testosterone injections.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV. He is an expert in Natural Anti-Aging protocols and Anti Inflammatory Sciences.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942

SOURCE: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27766021

Int J Med Sci. 2016 Sep 16;13(10):730-740. eCollection 2016.

Dr Ken Romeo - Anti Aging - Reno NV - Fighting Age with Off-Label Hormones!

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

Given the surge of the aging population in modern societies, one of the most important health care needs is successful aging with less frailty and dependency.

In seems like for the past 10 to 15 years a new anti aging practice appears on every street corner, promising to retarding or even stop and reverse the effects of aging on the human body.

One of the cornerstones of anti-aging medicine is hormone replacement therapy. At present, women live one third of their lives in a state of sex-hormone deficiency. Men are also subject to age-related testosterone decline, but andropause remains frequently under-diagnosed and under-treated.

Due to the decline of hormone production from gonads in both sexes, the importance of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) in steroid hormone production increases with age. DHEA levels decrease with age in both sexes.

Skin aging as well as decreases in lean body mass, bone mineral density, sexual desire and erectile function, intellectual activity and mood have all been related to a decrease of hormone production with age.

Disagreements exist between recommendations from medical and scientific societies and the actual use of hormone supplements in aging and elderly patients.

But one can no longer argue that a decline in an individuals hormone levels directly affect the aging process and age-related diseases such as sarcopenia and falls, osteoporosis, cognitive decline, mood disorders, cardiovascular health and sexual activity. Deceased levels do affect of of the disease states mentioned.

However, methods exist that when utilized under the care of a health provider who specializes in natural healing can be just as effective in disease regression without the dangers of "medical" hormone replacement therapy. Physicians are trained to treat disease. I cannot define aging as a "disease."

Natural Methods Exist

We argue on future perspectives of such protocols as part of everyday practice but done naturally when possible and not immediately with dangerous hormone replacement prescription drugs.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

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CONTACT: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com

Dr Ken Romeo – Anti Aging – DHEA, hGH and Hormone Replacement Therapy – Reno Nevada

OPINION:  Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

The most important health care need in successful aging is to age with less frailty and dependency. This means adopting an anti aging program into your life immediately.

The anti aging industry is booming and claims to slow aging and even stop and reverse the effects of natural aging. Stop aging? …..Quackery???

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One of the mainstays of many anti-aging practices is hormone replacement therapy. Why? Women live approximately one third of their lives in a state of sex-hormone deficiency. Men are also subject to age-related testosterone decline, and unfortunately, testosterone-level therapy remains frequently underdiagnosed.

DHEA levels also decrease with age and the importance of supplementing DHEA cannot be overstated. Also, growth hormone age-associated decrease and the insulin growth factor-1 levels found in elderly individuals are sometimes as low as those encountered in adult patients with established deficiency. However, rhGH and HGH remain controversial therapy in an anti aging practice. Further safety evidence for treating a patient off label with rhGH/hGH is necessary.

The effects of not beginning a natural anti aging program include: skin aging, decreases in lean body mass, decreases in bone mineral density (osteoporosis), lowered sexual desire and erectile function, decreased intellectual activity and unstable mood. Each of these conditions may be a part of hormone deficiencies and the lower levels of hormones that occur as one ages. But the good news is that a properly constructed anti aging program will have a positive effect on each “age related” condition listed above!

Huge disagreements between the various scientific societies and actual use of hormone supplements in aging and elderly patients exist. Remember, if you start early enough and begin to practice an anti aging regimen in your daily life, radical hormone replacement therapy which may not be safe may never have to be started in the first place!

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942

Dr Ken Romeo - DHEA, SUPER-HORMONE for Anti Aging - Reno, Nevada

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

DHEA is the most abundant steroid hormone in the circulation. It is potent and functions in many ways.

Epidemiological studies suggests that levels of serum DHEA decrease with age. Unfortunately this has been associated with the onset or progression of various age-related ailments, including cognitive decline and dementia, cardiovascular disease, and obesity.

These findings have sparked intense research interest in DHEA supplementation as an "antiaging" therapy.

A little known fact to the general public is that DHEA is being used by 25% of in vitro fertilization clinicians as an adjuvant in assisted reproductive programs.

A recent study examined the use of novel DHEA-containing oral-films in patients undertaking in vitro fertilization and investigated the impact of these pills on their serum androgen profile. "Androgen is a steroid hormone that stimulates or controls the development and maintenance of male characteristics."  ( Sriram. "Steroids". Medicinal Chemistry. Pearson Education India. p. 437.

The study determined the androgen profile of 31 in vitro patients before and after DHEA supplementation. Baseline serum measurements of testosterone (total and free), DHEA sulfate, sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), and androstenedione were made before and after supplementation.

Each patient received DHEA films containing 25 mg of micronized DHEA, and films were administered sublingually twice daily for a period of no greater than 4 months.

Adjuvant treatment with DHEA boosted the serum concentration of a number of androgen-related analytes, including total and free testosterone, androstenedione, and DHEAS, while serum SHBG remained unchanged. Supplementation also significantly increased the free-androgen index in IVF patients.

It is important to note that the hormone increase following DHEA supplementation was found to be dependent on body mass index (BMI), but not individual age.

"Patients with the lowest BMI (<20.0 kg/m(2)) tended to have lower testosterone and DHEAS, but higher SHBG and androstenedione levels in comparison with other BMI groups post supplementation. However, patients in the highest BMI group (>30.0 kg/m(2)) tended to have lower androgen responses following DHEA supplementation, but these were not statistically different from the corresponding baseline level." (See source below)

The study concluded that DHEA administration results in enhancement of testosterone, DHEAS, and androstenedione levels.  It also showed that BMI significantly influences DHEA uptake and metabolism, and that BMI should be carefully considered during dosage calculation to ensure a significant and robust androgen-profile boost.

Source: Drug Des Devel Ther. 2015 Oct 9;9:5569-78.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com

Dr Ken Romeo -Anti Aging - HGH and Testosterone Treatments - Reno, Nevada

OPINION: Dr Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

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The current use of hormones such as testosterone and hGH for rejuvenation is increasing with the aging of the US population. But steroid therapy does not come without risks.

Injections of testosterone and anabolic steroids are known to suppress natural testosterone production which could lead to severely lowered sperms counts. This is not good news for men desiring children at a later age and  who may be unaware of the side-effect profile of hormones injected at anti aging rejuvenation centers.

But there is some hope. Therapies that protect against low sperm count involve human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) therapy and selective estrogen receptor modulators.

Current studies examining the effect of human growth hormone (hGH) on infertile men are uncontrolled and unconvincing, and they do not appear to negatively impact lowered sperm count. At present, the routine use of aromatase inhibitors is not universally recommended because of the lack of long-term data. But the reality is that aromatase inhibitors are widely prescribed in conjunction with testosterone therapy.

There is no question that Testosterone and anabolic androgenic steroids have well-established detrimental effects on sperm count, but recovery may be possible with cessation.

Further, Clomiphene citrate, human growth hormone (HGH)/insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), and aromatase inhibitors do not appear to have significant negative effects on sperm production, but quality data is currently lacking.

Be sure to discuss these issues with our physician prior to beginning an anti aging programs based on hormonal regulation.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@yahoo.com (Reno, NV) 775-870-6942

Testosterone Therapy - Anti Aging - Reno Nevada - Dr Ken Romeo

OPINION: Dr. Ken Romeo   775-870-6942

The age of the world population is increasing. Why? Increased life expectancy (in part due to medical science) and a global reduced birth rate.

As people age the cost of healthcare increases. This is true on a global basis.

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Many anti-aging regimens concentrate on hormonal regulation to keep people "young" and enhance their sense of well-being. Of these, Testosterone replacement therapy ranks in the highest category in the United States.

Females are at the disadvantage in terms of hormonal regulation. Post-menopause the drop in estrogen for females is not only dramatic, it is abrupt! For men, it is a different story.

A man's testosterone level decreases steadily (barring disease) over time and not as abruptly as women. This results in late-onset hypogonadism. Testosterone replacement therapy to the rescue! Anti-aging has become synonymous with testosterone replacement therapy for both men and women. But it is safe?

Testosterone creams and injections might mitigate most of the symptoms of hypogonadism. (Google: "Adams Test Testosterone" for further information). However it is the opinion of HARF that testosterone replacement should be prescribed by a physician only in select patients.

Testosterone replacement should not be considered as an anti-aging treatment.

The FDA has issued a warning regarding side-effects of testosterone administration. On the other hand, guidelines and reports from many medical societies such as the Endocrine Society seem to be encouraging.

In matters regarding hormone administration it is extremely important for both the patient and physician to weigh the risks and potential benefits.

Yours in Health!

Dr. Ken Romeo

Dr. Ken Romeo is a Principal and Chief Clinical Data Coordinator for the Healthy Aging Research Foundation (HARF) in Reno, NV.

Though each article and/or opinion contained on this Blog is derived from published Clinical and Research data contained in various national and international databases with links provided, if used,

NO ARTICLE OR CONCLUSION IS MEANT TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE DISEASE.

CONSULT YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO YOUR HEALTH REGIMEN.

Contact: DrKenRomeo1@gmail.com (Reno, NV)