A common patient question, the answer may shock you- TRUTH about STATINs
Statins provide the greatest benefit for people with existing heart disease, offering a 3–5% absolute risk reduction, while for those without heart disease, the benefit is much smaller, less than 1%. Although widely prescribed, statins do not reduce coronary calcium scores, carry risks like muscle pain, new-onset diabetes, and offer limited value in low-risk individuals.
Is Cortisol the Reason You Don’t Feel Like Yourself Anymore?
For so many women starting in their early 30s, there’s a common, often overlooked culprit behind symptoms like brain fog, stubborn weight gain, irritability, low libido, poor sleep, and irregular cycles: cortisol.
Gentlemen, It’s Time to Take Your Health Back
Testosterone is a vital hormone for men’s health, influencing muscle mass, bone density, mood, and cognitive function. But optimal health is about balance. We help our patients understand how testosterone fits into the larger puzzle of wellness, and how lifestyle, nutrition, and stress management play key roles.
What is NAD, anyways? I talk to my patients about this one ALOT!
A decline in NAD⁺ levels has been associated with aging and various age-related diseases, including metabolic and neurodegenerative disorders. Consequently, strategies to boost NAD⁺ levels have been explored for their potential to mitigate these conditions.
These Hidden Hormone Imbalances Are Zapping Your Energy!
Have you ever found yourself feeling inexplicably tired, despite getting enough sleep and eating well? If so, you might be experiencing the effects of hidden hormone imbalances.
Follow Us
@Austin.Medicine
