For some men, getting older can be an exciting time where years of hard work culminate into a fun, fruitful transition into retirement. It's a time to cross off bucket-list items and live life to the fullest, without the stress kids or business getting in the way. However, aging is a scary prospect for other men, filled with exhaustion, depression, and inability to perform in the bedroom.
If you're over the age of 40 and have noticed increased irritability and low sex drive, the world is not ending; chances are, you have low testosterone. Fortunately, advances in male health medicine mean you don't have to settle for a lackluster life with low T. If you're among the 39% of men that suffer from hypogonadism, don't lose hope - contact Better Life Age Management Wellness Center to discover the amazing benefits of TRT in Charlotte, NC.
At Better Life, we help men just like you decide how they want to address the aging process. Will you settle for a slow decline or enjoy a fulfilling, normal life? If you wait too long, the choice will be made for you, and you might not like the results.
At Better Life, we believe you can influence your genetic potential through lifestyle. Whether you want to keep up with your teenagers on the basketball court or rediscover passion with your partner, our team of testosterone replacement therapy experts can show you the way.
Better Life was founded to give men with low testosterone a new lease on life - one that includes less irritability, less body fat, and more energy. If you're ready to look and feel younger, it's time to consider testosterone replacement therapy. Our TRT treatments are safe, effective, and personalized to your body and your goals. That way, you can keep loving life as you age, on your own terms.
For many men, TRT bridges the gap between their old, unsatisfying life and the more vibrant one they experience with hormone therapy. After all, you deserve to be in charge of your health and wellness, especially during middle age and beyond. With Better Life by your side, you have the chance to fight back against low testosterone with tools backed by science and research.
Unlike some other TRT clinics in the Carolinas, we aren't trying to treat our clients like they're on an assembly line. We don't cater to the masses - we help heal men who are serious about reclaiming their lives. Our patients choose Better Life because we:
If you're ready to live a more energetic, youthful life, know that it's never too late or too early to do so. But, how do you know you are a candidate for testosterone replacement therapy? Like most things in life, your body will do its part in letting you know.
Over the years, researchers have discovered that the prevalence of low testosterone in men increases from about 20% of men older than 60 to 50% of men older than 80.
To make matters worse, about 40% of men with high cholesterol and blood pressure levels also have low T. Additionally, about 50% of obese men experience low testosterone. If you fall into any of these categories, you should begin to think about ways to change your life, like diet, exercise, and TRT.
If erectile dysfunction has put a cold blanket over the spark between you and your partner, it's time to make a change. About half of men between 35 and 65 deal with erectile dysfunction and its frustrations daily. Fortunately, at Better Life, we have effective solutions to get you back to a place where spontaneity is welcomed and peak performance is common.
Better Life Carolinas provides the most advanced, non-invasive ED treatments available, like testosterone replacement therapy in Charlotte, NC. Our TRT treatments have the potential to correct underlying changes in your body instead of just treating symptoms. We feel this approach is a more realistic option rather than taking a pill every time you need to perform. Check out the reviews on our website - Better Life patients with ED couldn't be happier with our treatments.
Testosterone has a role in many body functions, including the production of hair follicles. Many men lose hair and begin balding as they age; however, men with low testosterone can also suffer from loss of body hair. While there is an inherited component to balding, you should be wary of hair loss, especially if hair loss is not common in your bloodline.
Let's be honest here: a man's sex life can be thrown into ruin when they get fat. This is especially true when a man has low T and develops symptoms like gynecomastia or large breasts. Of course, getting fatter means you're looking at a litany of new health problems like high cholesterol and diabetes. It seems like middle-aged men just accept the fact that they're going to get fat. But, it doesn't have to be that way. Men who find themselves developing more fat around their stomachs can correct their testosterone imbalance with TRT from Better Life.
Have you noticed that you feel sluggish, tired, or apathetic on your days off? Men with low testosterone have reported lower energy levels and extreme fatigue, even when not working full time. You might have low T if you're constantly tired despite getting eight hours of sleep or more.
Many men experience changes in concentration, focus, and productivity as they age. Though it's not a serious medical condition, brain fog is usually a symptom of other medical problems, like low testosterone. Men with brain fog experience a lack of mental clarity, problems with memory, lack of focus, and poor concentration. This problem interferes with everyday tasks at work and home, but with hormone therapy, it doesn't have to be an ongoing problem in your life.
Before we dive into the many benefits of testosterone replacement therapy from Better Life, it's important that you understand how TRT works.
Testosterone was initially lab synthesized way back in 1935. Since then, it has been used in clinical settings to help address low test levels. Over the last couple of decades, testosterone has become one of the most common medications in the U.S.
TRT works by restoring healthy testosterone levels in men that suffer from low T. TRT is not too different from insulin needed by diabetics. Essentially, the body lacks a healthy production of a necessary hormone, so it needs to be "replaced" with an exogenous source - in this case, testosterone.
While most men start taking TRT after 50, more men in their 30s and 40s are having their testosterone levels checked at clinics like Better Life Carolinas. If you think you're "too young" to try testosterone replacement therapy but find yourself suffering from symptoms like ED, it wouldn't hurt to have a doctor measure your T levels.
If you're looking for TRT in Charlotte, NC, it's easy to understand why. Hundreds of thousands of men have reclaimed their vigor and youth with regular testosterone replacement therapy. With Better Help to guide the way, you too can experience the many benefits of TRT.
A healthy heart pumps blood throughout your body, giving organs and muscles the oxygen they need to perform. Testosterone helps red blood cell production through the bone marrow. When you have low T levels, your muscles and organs will often suffer. Low T levels have been attributed to a number of cardiovascular problems, which is cause for concern.
However, a study of 83,000 men found that males whose testosterone levels returned to normal were 36% less likely to experience a stroke 24% less likely to experience a heart attack. This promising sign shows that TRT can actually help keep your heart and blood healthy.
Testosterone plays a crucial role in bone density. Bone mineral density decreases as men get older and T levels drop. This drop in testosterone raises the risk of developing osteoporosis. Strong bones help support your organs and muscles, boosting quality of life and even athletic performance. Research shows that bone density increases with higher doses of TRT. Some clinical trials recently found that testosterone also increases hip and spinal bone density.
One of the most popular reasons why men choose TRT from Better Life Age Management Wellness Center is to enjoy increased libido. Testosterone levels rise in response to sexual activity and arousal. It's well known that men with higher levels of testosterone have more sexual activity. However, older men need more testosterone for healthy erectile function and libido. TRT is often a viable solution for older men who are looking to reignite that special spark with their spouse.
Additional benefits of using TRT can include:
A: Testosterone is a hormone found in both men and women. Also referred to as an androgen, testosterone is a hormone that helps the formation of male body characteristics. Normal testosterone levels for men are between 300 to 1,010 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL). As men and women age, they can expect their testosterone levels to decrease naturally. However, conditions like obesity and type 2 diabetes and injuries to the testicles can affect T levels. Whether from natural causes or injury, testosterone levels can become abnormally low in some individuals, which is often when TRT is the most helpful.
A: Clinical trials show that TRT is both safe and effective for men with hypogonadism and abnormally low levels of testosterone. When prescribed by a doctor, TRT is very safe so long as there are no external risks present. Clinics like Better Life offer comprehensive health plans that include TRT and other revolutionary treatments to improve quality of life. These treatments are only conducted after rigorous testing to ensure treatment is necessary. However, TRT is not for everyone. Generally speaking, testosterone replacement therapy is not a good idea for people with diabetes, prostate cancer, and cardiovascular diseases.
A: There are several TRT options on the market today, including injections, gels, implants, pills, and patches. After your free consultation and testing, the Better Life team of doctors and specialists will speak with you about the best options for your unique needs.
The days of "living with it" are over. Today, we're able to treat most symptoms of low testosterone with non-surgical, pain-free solutions like TRT in Charlotte. There's never been a better time to reclaim your life and face the issues preventing you from being the best you.
Better Life offers several customized health plan options catered to your needs. We make it easy to supplement your testosterone treatments with our in-house scans, peptides, pharmaceutical-grade supplements, and IV hydration services. Don't delay - schedule your free consultation today!
843-737-2597Charlotte faces “dangerous” low temperatures and wind chills from an approaching Arctic air mass, National Weather Service meteorologists said in an alert Saturday.“Confidence is high that it will be very cold,” forecasters said earlier on the social media site X.The NWS also is monitoring the chance of...
Charlotte faces “dangerous” low temperatures and wind chills from an approaching Arctic air mass, National Weather Service meteorologists said in an alert Saturday.
“Confidence is high that it will be very cold,” forecasters said earlier on the social media site X.
The NWS also is monitoring the chance of a wintry mix from a separate weather system, according to the NWS office in Greer, South Carolina.
Charlotte has a slim, 20% chance of snow showers on Tuesday and a 50% chance Tuesday night and early Wednesday, according to the NWS forecast at 4 p.m. Saturday.
The larger concern is the wind chill, predicted to be 5 to 8 degrees in Charlotte Monday night and early Tuesday and again Tuesday night and early Wednesday, NWS meteorologist Ashley Rehnberg told The Charlotte Observer.
Wind chill is what the temperature feels like, including wind.
“This prolonged cold period meets the definition of a ‘cold wave,’” NWS meteorologists said in a special weather statement early Saturday. “Its duration sets it apart from cold snaps of the kind we see multiple times each winter, and the associated impacts are expected to be more significant.”
High electricity demand could case outages, forecaster said.
“Those who require electricity for heating or medical equipment should consider backup heat or electrical sources,” according to the NWS.
Temperatures 15 to 20 degrees below normal are forecast in the Charlotte area, the mountains, N.C. foothills and Upstate South Carolina late Monday through Wednesday morning, according to the NWS.
A low of 21 degrees is forecast for Charlotte on Sunday night and early Monday; 16 degrees on Monday night and early Tuesday; 17 degrees on Tuesday night and early Wednesday; and 14 degrees on Wednesday night and early Thursday, according to the NWS.
Expected lows barely improve on Thursday and Friday nights, at a respective 21 and 22 degrees.
Frigid highs are likewise forecast after Sunday’s predicted high of 55 in Charlotte: 33 on Monday and Tuesday, 32 on Wednesday and 36 on Thursday.
Highs should edge up to 42 on Friday and 44 on Saturday, the forecast showed.
Those temperatures would represent the lowest of the winter season so far in Charlotte and elsewhere in the Carolinas, Rehnberg said.
Limit time outdoors, check on the elderly and other vulnerable people, and bundle up your pets, too, NWS urged.
This story was originally published January 17, 2025 at 6:00 AM.
A North Carolina beach destination was recently recognized as one of the most charming small towns in the country.HGTV included Ocracoke Island, at the southern tip of the state’s Outer Banks region, on its 50 most charming small towns in America list.“Residents of Ocracoke Island, North Carolina, like to say their town is the ‘cure for the common beach.’...
A North Carolina beach destination was recently recognized as one of the most charming small towns in the country.
HGTV included Ocracoke Island, at the southern tip of the state’s Outer Banks region, on its 50 most charming small towns in America list.
“Residents of Ocracoke Island, North Carolina, like to say their town is the ‘cure for the common beach.’ The beach is accessible by ferry and sits beside Silver Lake, a scenic harbor. It’s popular for its shops and restaurants, historic British cemetery and its light station, the oldest still operating in the state,” HGTV wrote.
“Like a good scare? Take a ghost walk with a descendant of Blackbeard’s quartermaster, or catch a short boat ride to Portsmouth Island’s so-called ghost village.”
The HGTV list is the latest in a string of accolades the region has received. Last year, Southern Living named the Outer Banks as the most beautiful place in North Carolina, The Charlotte Observer reported.
CharlotteFive readers also named Ocracoke Island among their favorite beach destinations in the Carolinas last year due to its “laid back” feel and lack of crowds.
Ocracoke Island remained largely untouched by early English settlers due to dangerous sailing conditions until the late 1600s, when a port was established that connected the island to mainland communities, according to outerbanks.com.
The port quickly became successful, attracting pirates, including the infamous Blackbeard, who used the island’s geography to launch surprise attacks on passing ships. Blackbeard made the region his base of operations until his death in 1718, when the island returned to being a bustling port.
In the early 1900s, tourism began to grow due to the island’s excellent hunting and fishing, with further development in the 1950s and ‘60s when ferry service was introduced, the town’s tourism website says.
By the 1970s, Ocracoke had become a popular tourist destination, with its unique history and remote location attracting many visitors.
There are plenty of things to do on Ocracoke Island, according to visitocracokenc.com:
Ocracoke Island is only accessible by car ferry, visitocracokenc.com says. There are three ferry options:
Online reservations for ferries are currently not available, but you can call 1-800-293-3779 to book a reservation or for assistance.
January 15, 2025 11:54 AM
Jaylan Henderson said he used his birthday money, received donations, and got “some help from mom” to collect everythingMore VideosHARRISBURG, N.C. — With temperatures dropping this weekend, one Charlotte-area teen is stepping up to help those in need.15-year-old Jaylan Henderson, the creator o...
Jaylan Henderson said he used his birthday money, received donations, and got “some help from mom” to collect everything
HARRISBURG, N.C. — With temperatures dropping this weekend, one Charlotte-area teen is stepping up to help those in need.
15-year-old Jaylan Henderson, the creator of Jaylan’s Journey to STOP Homelessness, said he has collected enough hats, gloves, scarves, and toiletries to help around 500 people this weekend.
“I was inspired by Martin Luther King Jr because he helped his community during the 60’s and I just want to help my community also,” he said.
He says he used his birthday money, received donations, and got “some help from mom” to collect everything. On Monday, they plan to deliver those items to different shelters in the community.
“A lot of homeless people are cold [and] I see some people in the streets with signs, so I just wanted to help,” Henderson said.
Anyone wanting to help Jaylan with his cause can do so via Cash App: $JaylanJourney
The donations will come as Mecklenburg County braces for the bitterly cold temperatures, opening several warming shelters for unhoused neighbors Sunday night. Those extreme weather protocols are set to stay active through Wednesday. Groups working together are still accepting donations to help serve those in need.
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) buses will take unhoused neighbors to these locations free of charge from Sunday through Wednesday. Riders just need to tell the driver which location they need to go to.
Contact Anna King at aking2@wcnc.com and follow her on Facebook, X, and Instagram.
The City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County will delay trash services for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday.During the whole week of MLK Day (which is Monday, Jan. 20), all trash and recycling collection services will operate on a one-day delay starting Monday, according to City of Charlotte Solid Waste Ser...
The City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County will delay trash services for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday.
During the whole week of MLK Day (which is Monday, Jan. 20), all trash and recycling collection services will operate on a one-day delay starting Monday, according to City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services.
This means, for example, collections regularly scheduled on Wednesday, Jan. 22 or Thursday, Jan. 23 will also receive service the following day.
▪ Mecklenburg County solid waste centers will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
Hazardous and flammable items such as batteries, gas containers and chemicals, should not be placed in garbage and recycling carts, the city says. Instead of throwing hazardous items in the trash, take them to one of the county’s full-service centers.
More information is available on the City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services website, charlottenc.gov. For questions, call the city at 704-336-7600.
Mecklenburg County towns, including Cornelius, Davidson, Matthews, Mint Hill, Pineville and Huntersville, will operate on normal trash pickup schedules this week.
You can also place your real Christmas tree at the curb after removing all of the decorations, including lights, ornaments, tinsel and tree stands.
Artificial trees and all wreaths should be scheduled for bulky item collection. You can schedule bulky items by calling 311, visiting curbit.charlottenc.gov or using the CLT+ app.
You can find your collection day by visiting the GeoPortal. Just type in your address to be reminded of what day of the week you receive service and if you are an orange or green recycling week.
Have a question about your community you’d like answered? Or maybe a tip or story idea you’d like to share? The service journalism teams at The News & Observer and The Charlotte Observer want to hear from you.
The United Way hosts an annual event where snack kits serve residents throughout the Charlotte community.CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Hundreds of volunteers gathered in north Charlotte on Saturday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through United Way of Greater Charlotte's annual MLK Call to Service event, assembling thousands of snack kits for local nonprofits and after-school pr...
The United Way hosts an annual event where snack kits serve residents throughout the Charlotte community.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Hundreds of volunteers gathered in north Charlotte on Saturday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through United Way of Greater Charlotte's annual MLK Call to Service event, assembling thousands of snack kits for local nonprofits and after-school programs.
The event, hosted at Northside Charlotte, brought together people from various backgrounds to pack more than 3,000 snack kits for community distribution.
"We want to pull people together from all walks of life," said Kathryn Firmin-Sellers, Interim President and CEO of the United Way of Greater Charlotte. She emphasized that the day's service activities were meant to spark ongoing community engagement.
"We want people to engage with them and really learn about them, so that the active service we start today doesn't end today, and we can continue this service year-round," she added.
The event also served as a platform for emerging nonprofits to connect with the community. Project Outpour, one such organization, showcased its mobile shower and hygiene services for unhoused residents.
"Today's opportunity allows us to expand that reach and also creates opportunity for our community to get involved and volunteer with our neighbors," said MaShana Hughes, Chief Dignity Officer at Project Outpour.
United Way leaders emphasized the importance of individual participation in community improvement efforts.
"The one thing I want everyone to know is that they are part of the solution," Firmin-Sellers said. "They are part of and can actively help create the world we all want to see."
The event drew participants from various local organizations, including WCNC Charlotte team members, all working together to support the community's needs.
Contact Myles Harris at mharris5@wcnc.com and follow him on Facebook, X and Instagram.
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