(HealthDay News) – Low testosterone levels in older men are associated with an increased risk of depression, an Australian study says.
Between 2001 and 2004, researchers at the University of Western Australia in Perth studied 3,987 males aged 71 to 89. The men provided demographic and health information and were tested for depression and cognitive difficulties. The researchers also checked the men’s testosterone levels.
The 203 men who met the criteria for depression had significantly lower total and free (not bound to proteins) testosterone levels than those who weren’t depressed. After controlling for other factors, such as cognitive scores, education level and body-mass index, the researchers concluded that men in the lowest quintile (20 percent) of free testosterone were three times more likely to have depression compared to those in the highest quintile.
The findings were published in the March issue of the Archives of General Psychiatry.
While more research is needed to determine how low hormone levels may be linked to depression risk, the study authors believe it may be caused by changes in the levels of neurotransmitters or hormones in the brain.
“A randomized controlled trial is required to determine whether reducing prolonged exposure to low free testosterone is associated with a reduction in prevalence of depression in elderly men,” the researchers wrote. “If so, older men with depression may benefit from systematic screening of free testosterone concentration, and testosterone supplementation may contribute to the successful treatment of hypogonadal (with low hormone levels) older men with depression.”
Between 2 percent and 5 percent of people are affected by depression at any given time, according to background information in the study. Women are more likely than men to be depressed, but that difference disappears at about age 65. A number of previous studies have suggested that sex hormones may be a factor.
Hey ladies, we can start tax deducting our LAM purchases as “for charitable purposes!” lol! Of course, that charity is also for MY sex life and panache!
IMHO, the deterioration of sex hormones in men corresponds with effects like E.D. on men over 40 which definitely can cause depression as studies found.
So, with that, gentlemen, what do you advise a lady say/do with a gentlemen who is perhaps experiencing those less robust erections? Can we gently suggest Viagra or is best simply to keep our mouths shut and PRAY he thinks of it himself? I really DO want to protect his masculinity here. Just, well, obviously, we ladies DO enjoy the pounding and filling qualities as well. Cuddling, sucking and licking won’t be sufficient in the long run.
Well, by telling off a man about his “deteriorating power” will definitely challenge a man’s ego, creating a negative impact and can cause insecure feelings in a relationship. This “highly technical problem” must be “handled” with a great diplomacy.
My suggestion is to make him read some of the articles and show him the graphical charts without making him feeling inferior and ask his opinion regarding the matter.
For immediate solution for men over 40 who experience E.D., is Cialis, a product from UK which IMHO, better than Viagra! Viagra works for about 4 hours but Cialis works for about 36 hours, so you don’t have to worry about the timing. But of course a doctor’s advice is needed before someone decided to use these pills, for it may have some side effects. But I would like to stress here that Viagra, Cialis or other pills similar to it DOES NOT cure the problem. Natural herbs such as Tongkat Ali, Horny Goat Weed, Maca, Tribulus, Muira Puama, Ginseng & Damiana which take a longer period of time to boost a man’s vitality and general well-being which are taken in correct dosage give a better solution to the problem. In addition to this, L-Arginine (Amino acid group) is great too.
Here is some content from two old posts that I know would help in this thread:
"ZMA, Zinc, Tribulus terrestris, Horny goat weed, yohimbe, tongkat ali and Peruvian maca root always are top in my book in terms of natural/herbal ways to help increase libido.
For more feeling of blood flow throughout the body look into the amino acid L-Arginine. It’s a precursor of NO2 aka nitric oxide, a vasolidator which increases vein size and a hemodilator, a blood thinner. Making the blood thinner allows it to flow more freely throughout the body. Many who use an Arginine or Nitric Oxide(N02) also can note better arousals. I used to take L-Arginine for my workouts and the pumps were crazy. Supplements that have Di-L-Arginine-L-Malate as a powder form (best in my experience) are great. There is also Arginine Alpha-Ketoglutarate (tagged as AAKG on many labels). Both are great catalysts for Nitric Oxide."
2nd post that was recently posted in a similar thread:
I will now go into a topic that I know many males ponder about and I want to point those who aren’t too sure in the right direction. If you’re in need of a good blend look into Prolab’s Horny Goat Weed for a cheap but very effective blend (Trib terrestris, Maca, Horny Goat Weed, Ginkgo Boloba and Yohimbe are all inside all for under $10). It’s for those skeptics who want to try something but don’t want to shell out big bucks, I mean if $10 can increase your drive and well being I think many have nothing to lose and only things to gain. If you really want to skip get some plain Maca for $5 from NOW Foods. For the guys who want the premium stuff go for Goliath Lab’s Ejaculoid ($20 or a little less, yes the name states it all, the main experience users have is volume increase.
A healthy diet/nutrition is a must on functioning well inside and outside the bedroom. In addition to a healthy diet, a ***good ******multi-vitamin *and antioxidant formula is also a good idea. The most important nutrient for sexual health is zinc IMHO. Many of the foods traditionally believed to improve sexual function come from the sea. Clams and oysters( as Mohammad mentioned in an older post) have high levels of zinc inside them, which may have been the reason for their reputation as sexual enhancers. Zinc seems to be especially related to male fertility and sex drive. Low zinc levels may lead to impotence, a low sperm count and loss of sexual interest.The health of your prostate and testosterone hormone production may also be influenced by zinc and the article and info Mohammad posts about low T levels supports this. **Increasing Zinc intake from anywhere to 30mg-60mg can also increase your experience. You can choose straight Zinc or ZMA (Zinc Magnesium Aspartate).
In closing this post, I would like to state to the males who plan on giving their significant other some upcoming “April Showers” pineapple juice, grapefruit juice, the adding in of cilantro and cinnamon and the munching of celery are your friend for that aspect.
HaHaHa! Cialis won’t make a man’s penis erect for 36 hours, although I wished it could!
Cialis works only with sexual stimulation. Men won’t get an erection just by taking Cialis. Cialis works to help men get an erection when they are sexually aroused and keep the erection until the completion of sexual activity.
Cialis and Viagra make it possible for erections to occur. When sexual activity is over, the erection will go away. The benefit of 36 hours (for Cialis) is that you and your partner can relax and take your time. As with any ED tablet, in the rare event of priapism (an erection lasting more than four hours), seek immediate medical help to avoid long-term injury.
Well I’m more pf an educated enthusiast who seeked information on this topic and other health topics a while back and I still continue to do so. Thank you as always for your praise and acknowledgment!
Seriously, too.
