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Information on Andropause

Andropause is a very real medical condition that is faced by men and women. Yet due to a variety of historical, medical and image factors, it is rarely diagnosed or treated by general practitioners, urologists or even Andrologists.

For men, andropause is not simply a decrease in total testosterone levels. Rather, it is the amount of bioavailable testosterone or Free Androgens Index (FAI) that is generally causal of Male Menopause. In 74% of cases of men reporting andropause symptoms, FAI is significantly decreased.

What is Andropause?

Andropause is associated with low (bioavailable) testosterone levels. Andropause, also called male menopause, occurs in men are between the ages of 40 and 55. Starting at about age 30, testosterone levels drop by about 10 percent every decade. At the same time, Sex Binding Hormone Globulin, or SHBG, is increasing. SHBG traps much of the testosterone that is still circulating and makes it unavailable to exert its effects in the body's tissues. What's left over does the beneficial work and is known as "bioavailable" testosterone.

Testosterone, or male sex hormone, plays a key role in developing and maintaining masculine sexual organ, and promotes secondary sexual characteristics, including the appearance of facial hair, sexual desire, and sexual behavior. Testosterone stimulates metabolism, which promote fat burning, and accelerates muscle growth. Testosterone helps to build protein and is essential for normal sexual behavior and producing erections. It also affects many metabolic activities such as production of blood cells in the bone marrow, bone formation, lipid metabolism, carbohydrate metabolism, liver function and prostate gland growth.

Other androgens also decline with age. Dihydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is one of the more studied and popularized of these hormones. It's functions range from maintaining and promoting male characteristics to supporting proper lipid AntiOxidant functioning in the body.

Indeed, there is a tenacious link between the results of Andropause and one of the newest disorders, Syndrome X. Many men with Andropause eventually develop the characteristics associated with this high risk condition.

How does it differ from Menopause?

In women, the ovaries produce around 50% of testosterone and estrogen hormones. As a woman enters menopause, the ovaries begin to stop this production. Hence, female menopause and in particular, estrogen decline is significantly more marked. While Andropause occurs in both men and women, the decline of sexual hormone production is much less dramatic in men.

The medical community for the most part does not recognize Andropause. Despite the fact that most men will report symptoms associated with FAI decline, the lack of an immediate change, societal views on "manliness" and the dangers of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has the the medical community unclear on how to and whether it is proper to diagnose Andropause. Indeed, non-bacterial or viral conditions that are described through intangible Mood and Lifestyle impact do not generally received the same kind of medical respect.

Current Treatments - Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Surprisingly, if one considers the function of these hormones in the body, it because clear that the decline in them has ramifications and that replenishing them is essential to health.
See Hormone Information Page.

There are a number of clinical physicians and research scientists that have formed Andropause Societies for further studies of this malady. And more work is being done to find successful treatments.

Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) is an effective pharmacological means of alleviating Andropause symptoms. Yet, like Estrogen or Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) it is carcinogenic over time. And in fact, the dangers of Testosterone Replacement are well drawn described by bodybuilding industry.

How can LJ100^® help?

Most studied for its ability to improve Androgen levels, LJ100^® (40% Glyco Saponins, 22% Bioactive Eurypeptides, 30% Polysacharides) has been shown as safe and effective for treating PADAM (Partial Androgen Deficiency Among Ahging Men). Double blind human clinical conducted by Dr Tambi, Senior Andrologist for the National Population and Family Development Board of Malaysia, showed that LJ100^® significantly decrease SHBG, increase Free Testosterone, increase DHEA, improve Quality of Life Score, and improve PADAM score. LJ100^® will naturally increase Androgen levels as well as decrease the body's production of Sex Hormone Binding Globulin. This will naturally increase Free Testosterone over Bound Testosterone and result in improved energy, metabolism, muscle build, strength, sexual stamina, and overall health

Studies done by Dr Aminudin and Dr Johari from University of Malaya also shown that LJ100^® activates the androgen steroid biosynthesis steps that breaks down cholesterol to progesterone and DHEA, and ultimately converted to testosterone.
Click here on more research info on LJ100®.

What about other forms of Tongkat Ali?

While the LJ100^®® is the strongest extract on the market, other forms of Tongkat Ali extract (EuryGold: 5% Glyco Saponins, 4% Polysacharides) and formulations (Perform for Him) (Alpha Male Ultimate Formula) can be beneficial. We find that the choice of which extract is a function of your body's metabolism, weight, and sensitivity toward the herbs. It will differ depending on the person.

As a rule of thumb, most men that will choose another extract over the LJ100^® are in their younger years or only just starting to experience Andropause. LJ100^® is by far more potent. Many - particularly with those that engage in competitive or endurance athletics - will get LJ100^® and another product cycle with the other products depending on physical activity for the day. Tongkat Ali is 99% wood and only has 1% actives. LJ100^® went through a patented extraction process to give you the most concentrated extract without the woody fiber.

Is LJ100® safe?

LJ100^® has been proven to be safe even at high dosages in human. PSA and all vital organs remain normal even at 600mg per day serving. The acute and chronic toxicity test shows that LJ100^® is safe even at 3000mg/kg BW. You will want to consult a medical professional if you are currently taking other medications.

What are the side effects?

LJ100^® has been tested for safety for doses up to 3000 time the suggested dose. However, results vary depending on age, weight, metabolism, and sensitivity. We suggest people start with the lower doses to gauge their body's sensitivity to LJ100^®.

Side effects associated with LJ100^® Ali include: increased sex drive and sexual function. Taking more than recommended dosages of LJ100^® may cause insomnia and irritable mood. This is directly associated to the increase in testosterone and ATP production in the muscles and is generally quickly remedied by decreasing dose and increasing physical activity. Women should not exceed 50mg a day. Exceeding the recommended dosage can lead to hormonal imbalance and experience of menopausal liked symptoms.