Erratic Moods: A Warning Sign of Disease for Men

Sudden flashes of anger, attacks of the blues, irritation with friends or family members, loss of interest in normally enjoyable activities―these kinds of mood swings are often a sign of low testosterone, and they can certainly destroy a man’s equilibrium, and even put relationships at risk. But mood swings in men may also be a warning sign that a man’s health is at risk for serious disease. The brain/body connectional is real, and emotional upheaval has been connected with the presence of various diseases such as Parkinson’s, heart disease, and atherosclerosis. And even though low testosterone (low T) isn’t necessarily the cause of diabetes, low T has been shown to be a predictor of diabetes. Restoring testosterone to optimal levels can both improve moods and offer benefits that reduce diabetes and other risk factors. . . . Read more