5 hormones and prevention of Dementia!
If you’re concerned about your brain health risk, you need to know about the power hormones. You probably heard of hormones like testosterone and estrogen. Did you know they play a crucial role in protecting your brain?
Let’s break it down. There are 5 hormones that are critical for brain function and prevention of dementia, these 5 Hormones include IGF-1, testosterone, thyroid and Estrogen and growth hormone! These hormones are not just about reproduction or staying energetic. They are key to your brain’s function!
One of the most important for brain function is Igf-1. Higher IGf1 are linked to better brain size for to better brain function! while low levels could increase your risk of Alzheimer’s disease! Igf-1 is produced in response to stimulation by growth hormone. It provides about 70% of the actions of growth hormone including its most important actions. It increases muscle mass, reduces belly fat, and improves brain function. One of the reported side effects is superior intelligence! Igf-1 is tightly controlled, but there are peptides that can have similar effects
Similarly, women with lower estradiol levels are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s! However, treatment can significantly reduce this risk! Women that get HRT are 58%v less likely to get Alzheimer’s, they are also 37% less likely to develop breast cancer.
It’s not just about women. Listen up. Lower testosterone levels could make men 53 times more likely to develop dementia. Not only does testosterone reduce dementia risk, but it also reduces risk for diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, prostate cancer, and early mortality.
Optimal thyroid levels are also necessary for optimal brain functions, it is the free t3 which is postulated to stimulate new brain cell formation, very low levels of thyroid are associated with dementia.
Growth hormones are also instrumental in brain function, not only by itself but also through its arm igf-1. Growth hormone can be prescribes by itself, or there are various peptide than can increase internal production of growth hormone , alternativelt
But there’s good news. Optimizing these hormone levels maintain and, in some cases, improve cognitive function. At the Florida anti-aging center, we focus on hormone optimization to help protect your brain from diseases like Alzheimer’s. I’m Dr Raymond Adamcik, if you or someone you know is facing memory issues, don’t hesitate to reach out. Call us today at 321, 690-0003 and take a step towards a healthier brain.