Could Low T-Levels Be Slowing You Down?

Lets put it this way-taking the T out of Testosterone, is like taking the T out of Mr. T,Better known to most, as the beloved B.A. Barakus, from the popular TV show the A-Team. Mr T. Would definitely not be Mr. T, without all of that testosterone and muscle he was best known for. Even a guy of his character, wearing all those goal chains around his neck and a sleek Mohawk to go along with them; would be even more moody and not so energetic if his testosterone levels were very low. He would hardly be able to say Boo to you, let alone quote his often popularly made side-line, that he was most famous for. Which went something like this..."What Yah Talking About Fooool!" Anyway I think you are beginning to see what I am trying to get at here.

Without a sufficient amount of testosterone, within our bodies, us males are not really half as tough and thick-skinned as our female counterparts think we are. When there is a miscommunication, between a certain area of the brain and a man's testes, a lack of testosterone is produced, which can cause a great deal of potential health problems and other consequences for us guys. Sure we know that Sex is important too and we could just ask our doctor's for a prescription of Viagra or maybe even Cialis. But this may only be a temporary fix in increasing only our sex drive but doing nothing else for the sluggishness, irritability, sleeplessness and a host of other problems that can occur because of having abnormal testosterone levels.

Simply getting enough rest and taking Zinc supplements or increasing our iron intakes, or by eating a few more steaks per week, is not going to resolve the testosterone problem that we may be an ongoing issue. Sometimes medication is a last resort. And having to apply a testosterone booster medication; in the form of a cortisone replacement therapy, is just what the doctor ordered. There are two current prescription (Rx) testosterone replacement therapies available today. They are Androgel 1% Pump Gel and Testim. The later being the newer of these two products. Both Testim and Androgel are in my opinion, as equally effective in increasing the male testosterone levels to a desired range, within a months time. A normal or desired testosterone leve for a man is usually from 181 to 550 or higher, depending on the laboratory that is doing the test. If you have a testosterone level of 150 or lower, than this could be causing some problems.

I know of a few individuals for instance, who have used Androgel pump, which also comes in packets and so far are very happy with the results they have received, minus the side-effects. I have spoken with a 54 and 56 year old male respectively about this product that their practititoner prescribed for them individually. And they attest to the fact that even though they could not compare themselve to Mr. T in stature, never the less, they are feeling chipper once again. Before using hormone replacement therapy as suggested by their physician's, the following are some side-effects these gentlemen were experiencing.

• Constant Moodiness
• Severe Fatigue
• Constant Weight-Gain
• A Lack Of Sexual Desire
• Lack Of Energy Or Motivation
• Mild To Moderate Depression

Even though some of the above symptoms, may be directly related to one another in some way or form, they are without a doubt some of the most common problems that men do experience who have low T-levels. Not to mention that if low testosterone levels go uncorrected for some period of time, you are inviting other condtions and/or diseases to take advantage of an already compromised immune system. Cancer, Heart Disease and Diabetes can be the result of low or no testosterone levels in men for starters.

Applying a hormone replacement gel like Androgel for example is not a hindrance, or inconvenience as some men may think. All you have to do, before you start off your day, is depress the pump four equal times. And than apply each of the four applications-two to the lower abdominal area and two applications or pumps on and around the shoulder and upper arm areas. Easy as that and after repeating the process for the remaining twenty-nine days, you will be feeling like your old self again, or maybe even like B.A. Baraku!. However always ask your Healthcare professional for additional advice, if you are unsure about these medications or any medications that you are taking for that matter. Another thing to make note of here, is that this medication is a controlled substance, which means that you have to pick up a prescription from your doctor in person. Usually prescriptions for medications can be called into your local pharmacy-not the case with this drug.

Also keep in mind that it is not unusual for Androgel and similar medications for treating testosterone problems, to be in excess of $270.00 for a one month's supply. If you do not already have a good insurance plan, I suggest that you try and obtain a health or prescription discount plan; to pay for your medication in the long run. The main reason is because of its controlled substance labelling, samples of Androgel and testim are not available in your doctors offices, just $20.00 savings voucher's, which do not go too far in this present day economy. You have to look at it from a well-being perspective. And if you really care about your health, which should come as a first to just about anything else in your life. Than you will find a way to take care of this conditon if you are plagued by it and also manage to pay your utility bills and grocery bill at the same time.

I do not always view medications as a total solution to a given medical problem, regardless of working within the pharmaceutical industry. But for most part, they do solve the underlying issues, that can cause more future health complications in the long run. Eating a well-balanced diet, consisting of fruits, green-leafy vegetables and similar foods along with whole grains over meats and milk products, can be a good start, but never a quick fix. The necessary vitamins, minerals and other essential elements needed to maintain overall health, including those associated with hormone levels, is certainly a foot in the right direction. However because of the continual decomposition of the bodily processes, including aging, we sometimes just cannot control the inevitalbe, despite what options are available to ward off disease.

So whatever path you choose for treating a condition like low T-levels. Whether it be the one that employs a variety of herbs and other natural foods, or the path that utilizes a Prescription testosterone medication in the form of a gel, the end decision is up to you. The results you experience in the interim, will no doubt a great experience. Having a positive attitude, in addition to the vigor and vitality that you once had, when you were lets say twenty-five or thirty-can once again not only be achievable, but also believable. Getting back to the basics is really as easy as one, two, three and four daily applications of a hormone replacement therapy, which is right at your own fingertips. And for all the men out there, do you think that maybe Mr. T. was secretively using testosterone or some other similar steroid therapy; to give him his ruff and tuff look. I'm sure it wasn't all of those gold chains danling from his chest,or that fancy mohawk but than again, I may be wrong. On a positive not-just think of Mr. T, during your next check-up and your Doctor tells you that he has to give you Androgel.