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What is Manopause? 5 Facts Every Man Should Know
Dr. Edward F. Group/ Wake Up World
Manopause, also known as andropause or male menopause, is the term used to describe the changes in hormone production that men experience as they age. The effects can be profound. Hormone levels affect mental and physical health, and sex drive, too. While it sounds a lot like the menopause that middle-age women know all too well, manopause is more of a continuous process, potentially affecting a man for decades. In fact, for many men, “age related slowdown” can begin as early as their 30′s. Let’s take a look at a few of the facts every man needs to know.
1. What Causes Manopause?
Testosterone encourages muscle growth, a strong libido, and mental focus. It also helps to burn fat and support energy levels. Many people attribute slow-downs in these areas to simple “aging” which is indirectly correct, as research suggests that circulating testosterone declines with age, around 1% a year, and tends to speed up the older a man gets.[1] Although the process is largely inevitable, diet, obesity and disease can accelerate the reduction in testosterone production, while other measures can seek to preserve it. [2]
2. When Does Manopause Begin?
For some men, testosterone levels can begin to decline as early as age 19. However, that’s not common and noticeable symptoms typically appear around age 40; men 51-60 are most likely to be in full swing of manopause. It’s estimated 25% of men over 70 experience testosterone deficiency and 50% over 80 years old suffer from sexual and erectile dysfunction.[3]
Source: http://truthisscary.com/2014/06/what-is-manopause-5-facts-every-man-should-know/
