Hormones, stress, circulation, and muscle tension all play a role in urological health. I’m here to provide clear, actionable information so you can feel confident about your prostate health, prostate cancer journey, testosterone, and sexual health. I also appreciate the advancements in science around medical treatments for urological issues and judiciously recommend them when appropriate. I use a combination of nutraceuticals—like medicinal herbs, vitamins, and minerals—along with lifestyle practices to help my patients achieve better prostate health and improve outcomes after prostate cancer. Plenty of men will complain of having every single one of these but could still have normal testosterone. If you are a man with a testosterone level of 500 you will notice almost no benefit by going to 800. Promotional materials will talk about needing levels between 800 and 1,000. You are not going to magically lose a lot of body fat nor will you look like a guy in a men’s magazine. Even modest weight loss of five to ten percent can significantly improve testosterone levels, insulin sensitivity, and energy. Even short term sleep deprivation can lower testosterone levels, while chronic poor sleep disrupts circadian rhythm and elevates cortisol. It reflects the balance between testosterone, stress hormones like cortisol, metabolic health, and overall vitality. Even though I am well versed in testosterone replacement, in the state of Colorado a medical doctor must authorize the testosterone prescription. Supporting healthy testosterone levels is rarely about a single pill or supplement; it’s about building a lifestyle that fosters overall health and resilience. Dr. McAuliff dives into how iron deficiency presents and what you can do to address it. Your doctor may have told you your blood count looks normal, but it could be iron deficiency! Please note that Dr. Menzer does not prescribe medications for weight loss or controlled substances (except testosterone), including opiates, amphetamine/methamphetamine, or sedatives. Every treatment plan must be tailored to an individual’s personal story, beliefs, resources, and values. She rarely uses cookie-cutter "protocols" because no two patients are the same. Dr. Menzer is currently accepting new patients ages 18 and up. Dr. Kara Menzer loves being a Naturopathic Doctor and primary care provider! Curious where your levels stand? Before jumping into treatments, it’s essential to test, not guess. When levels dip—even slightly—it can have a noticeable impact on quality of life. It Could Be Low Testosterone.Testosterone plays a critical role in men’s energy, mood, libido, strength, and overall vitality.
