Andropause
Male Menopause Is Real!
Little is spoken about this topic as we always hear people talking about menopause. Men also go through their own menopause with very similar symptoms as women. It is known as Andropause.
Their symptoms are not as severe as menopause but can last for 15 – 20 years. Signs can be vague and varied depending on individuals.
- Mood swings and irritability.
- Loss of muscle mass and reduced ability to exercise
- Fat redistribution, such as developing a large belly or “man boobs”
- A general lack of enthusiasm or energy
- Depression and anxiety
- Difficulty sleeping (insomnia) or increased tiredness
- Poor concentration and short-term memory
- Loss of testosterone
- Erectile dysfunction
- Increase in insulin, glucose, cholesterol and underactive thyroid levels
- Loss of sexual drive
What can be done?
- Stabilise your blood sugar levels.
- Have blood test to check your hormone levels like testosterone, vitamin D, cholesterol, insulin, HBA1c, homocysteine, iron profile, thyroid, ultra-sensitive CRP and more.
- Eat as many antioxidants, leafy green vegetables, green smoothies (see recipes), cut out as much brown, yellow and white out your diet.
- Stop eating high quantities of fried and grilled foods
- Exercise and lift weights
- Minimize Stress and Cortisol Levels
- Get some sun or take a vitamin D supplement
- Get plenty of sleep
