Rhode Island-based medical practitioner Dr. Stephen Petteruti, a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or DO, completed fellowships in anti-aging, metabolic, and functional medicine. Dr. Stephen Petteruti founded Intellectual Medicine 120, an alternative medicine clinic that specializes in holistic and comprehensive treatments, such as hormone replacement therapy.
A low level of the hormone testosterone is a common condition for men over 30. According to a recent study by the New England Research Institutes, 25 percent of men aged 30 and above have low testosterone. Women can also exhibit symptoms if their testosterone level falls below the normal range.
In the aging process, muscle mass breaks down and visceral fat increases. This can impact the body’s metabolism and reduce testosterone levels.
However, a balanced diet and a strength-focused exercise routine can help boost testosterone levels. People can also benefit from reducing their stress and getting enough sleep. Further, testosterone replacement therapy, under the supervision of a qualified physician, can reverse many of the symptoms of low testosterone, such as low sex drive and fatigue.
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