When we talk about middle age as a society, it’s generally accepted that women hit menopause and that men might have a mid-life crisis. But what if men are not just having some kind of breakdown where they question their past choices and their future? What if these men are having their own form of menopause? It’s time to talk more about male “menopause” and … Read More
I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Dan O’Beirne for his Metabolic Motivation Podcast and blog. Here’s the the link to the video: Metabolic Motivation Podcast Interview with Dr. Mike Carragher We talk about how I got started practicing Age Management Medicine and why i think it’s so important for everyone to be proactive about their aging. I talk about my own personal story … Read More
When most guys think of testosterone, they think of big-guy toughness and strength on the barbells. But, testosterone plays a much more significant role in men’s health and daily life. Its role is an important one: it’s the primary sex hormone for men, playing a key part in the development and maintenance of sex organs, as well as sexual characteristics like muscle mass and … Read More
When it comes to testosterone, lots of patients arrive at their initial appointment with me bearing a similar story: They’ve gone to see their primary care doctor, saying they have suspicions that their testosterone is low because of this or that symptom. Maybe it’s dampened libido, or lack of energy. Maybe they just don’t feel like themselves anymore, or they have trouble sleeping deeply. … Read More
Listen to Dr. Mike interviewed by Jay Campbell, Founder of TOT Revolution. Jay is an internationally recognized and best selling author who has written five books within the optimization and health care space. Alongside his 20 years in the Men’s Health industry, Jay is a former collegiate athlete (Basketball), and a Male Physique Champion. Jay has become a global evangelist—teaching men, women (and their … Read More
If you want better energy, lower body fat, improved sleep, increased libido, more strength, and a lower risk for diseases, it’s key to optimize your testosterone levels – whether you’re a man or a woman. The best way to get to optimal levels is to visit an Age Management doctor for a comprehensive plan, but there’s plenty you can do in the meantime if you … Read More
Testosterone 101, Part 2. Low Testosterone Levels: A Natural, But Optional Problem What’s so bad about low testosterone levels? Aren’t low hormone levels a natural part of aging? It’s true that testosterone declines gradually as we age. But just because this is a normal part of aging, that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t support our bodies along the way. The endocrine system (the system of … Read More
What is testosterone? Testosterone is a hormone that’s critical for development on many levels: sexual development, muscle development, bone growth, cardiovascular development, growth of facial hair, and many more. Testosterone is classified, somewhat confusingly, as an androgenic hormone, meaning a hormone we associate with men. But there are “male” hormones in women and “female” hormones in men. That said, testosterone is considered the most important … Read More
