Andropause

Understanding male menopause, the gradual decline in testosterone and other hormones that affects men as they age. Learn to recognize the symptoms of andropause and explore strategies to manage hormonal changes for better health and vitality.

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Function Health testosterone results: What abnormal labs mean and what to do next

Function Health testosterone results: What abnormal labs mean and what to do next

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Feb 09, 2026 · 13 min read

Function Health testosterone results can be a useful starting point, but “out of range” does not automatically mean you need TRT, and normal numbers do not automatically mean your hormones are fine. This guide shows men how to confirm low testosterone, interpret free testosterone, and choose the safest next steps with a clinician. By Plain ...

At what age does a man stop ejaculating? Understanding the changes in your body

At what age does a man stop ejaculating? Understanding the changes in your body

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Jan 19, 2026 · 12 min read

There is no specific age when a man stops ejaculating, and many men can ejaculate throughout life, though semen volume and the “force” of ejaculation often decline with age.,[1] If ejaculation changes suddenly or stops completely, it is worth getting checked because the cause is often identifiable and treatable. “Most men don’t hit a birthday ...

9 foods that fight hot flashes: A tactical guide for men

9 foods that fight hot flashes: A tactical guide for men

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Jan 07, 2026 · 12 min read

In men with severe hypogonadism or on androgen deprivation therapy, hot flashes occur when falling testosterone disrupts the hypothalamic “set point,” triggering norepinephrine surges that drive rapid skin vasodilation and sweating—pathways diet can help calm by reducing neuro-inflammation and autonomic stress. If you’re among the up to 80% of men on ADT who experience these ...

Is the male midlife crisis real? The science behind the slump

Is the male midlife crisis real? The science behind the slump

Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD avatar
Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD: Clinical Psychologist & Neuroscience Specialist
Dec 31, 2025 · 10 min read

A male “midlife crisis” isn’t a DSM-5 diagnosis, but the midlife slump is real: large studies show life satisfaction typically bottoms out around ages 47–48, often colliding with age-related testosterone decline and peak life stress. Here’s what’s happening in the brain and body—and how to navigate the shift with a strategy, not willpower. “We often ...

Seasonal affective disorder or hormones? A men’s guide to winter mood, testosterone, and sleep

Seasonal affective disorder or hormones? A men’s guide to winter mood, testosterone, and sleep

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 29, 2025 · 13 min read

In men, winter “low mood” can be true seasonal affective disorder (a recurrent depressive pattern that starts in late fall, peaks in winter, and eases as daylight returns) or a look‑alike driven by physiology—less morning light can delay your circadian rhythm and prolong melatonin, while testosterone, cortisol, and thyroid shifts can produce the same fatigue ...

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