Obesity and low testosterone are two prevalent health concerns that can significantly impact a man’s quality of life. What many people don’t realize is that these two conditions are often interconnected, creating a vicious cycle that can be challenging to break. At Transcend Clinic, we specialize in understanding and treating this complex relationship to help…
Growth hormone (GH) is essential for growth, metabolism, and overall health. While measuring GH levels directly might seem like the best approach to assessing its function, the Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1) blood test is often preferred. This article explains why IGF-1 testing is a better option and highlights the challenges associated with GH blood…
The Dual Role of Estrogen in Men’s Health Welcome to the intriguing saga of estrogen in men’s health—a delicate dance between love and hate, hero and villain. Often misconstrued as exclusively a ‘female’ hormone, estrogen plays a pivotal role in men’s health. When balanced, it safeguards cardiovascular wellness, fortifies bone density, powers libido, and aids…
What is Steroid-Induced Hypogonadism? Hypogonadism refers to a condition where the body produces insufficient levels of testosterone, the hormone responsible for male sexual development, muscle mass, bone density, and overall well-being. This condition occurs when the use of anabolic steroids or testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) without appropriate medical indications disrupts and suppresses the body’s natural…
