It can be hard to hear for some, but getting older is just part of life. For many men, hitting a certain age signifies the beginning of a new chapter - where bucket list items are crossed off, and goals are accomplished. For others, however, aging is a scary prospect, filled with nagging injuries, embarrassing weight gain, and inability to perform intimately. Few things feel worse than realizing that you simply can't perform as you used to, whether on the basketball court or in the bedroom.
The reality is, as men get older and approach middle age, their testosterone levels drop. When a male's testosterone levels get lower, it can cause a slew of unwanted symptoms like:
If you have noticed any of the above symptoms and feel like you're just dragging yourself through life, don't lose hope. Many men around the country are experiencing the same feelings as you. Thankfully, you don't have to settle for the side effects of low testosterone. There are proven, easy steps that you can take to reverse the negative signs of aging. If you're ready to reclaim your youth and feel like you did in your 20s and 30s, testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) may be the perfect solution.
TRT bridges the gap between your old life and the happier, more vibrant version of you. That's where Juventee comes in - to facilitate your transition to a more youthful, fulfilling life and a brighter future. After all, aren't YOU supposed to be in charge of your wellness and health? With the Juventee team by your side, you'll have the tools to do so - backed by a personalized plan crafted by experts with more than 20 years of experience.
At Juventee, we propose a preventive and proactive medical approach to preserve optimal body function, with the best hormonal functioning to prolong vitality and youthfulness. Our specialty is Age Management, which is based on the belief that balance is the key to wellness. We employ the most innovative science, offering treatments like TRT in Westwood, NJ, and other clinical products with proven efficacy.
Living a younger, healthier, and longer life is a frequent commitment for Juventee's team of specialists. We are experts at designing customized programs that work synergistically with your body and brain. We love incorporating smart nutrition, hormonal balance, exercise, stress management, cognitive health, and lifestyle changes into our treatment programs. We also implement sciences such as testosterone replacement therapy to achieve verifiable, legitimate results.
Our doctors take differing approaches to care but share the single goal of prolonging your youth and vitality. With that goal in mind, Juventee was born from the hands of its partners, who want you to feel full strength, energy, joy, confidence, and wellbeing.
testosterone levels. Unfortunately, when a man loses too much testosterone, it results in a condition called hypogonadism. Also called "Low T," testosterone loss due to hypogonadism must be replenished, or the male suffers from difficult, even debilitating symptoms.
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What pops up in your head when you think about testosterone? Many people associate testosterone with being overly aggressive, macho, and violent. However, the truth is that testosterone is a critical hormone for men and affects the male lifespan from puberty through old age. As a sex hormone, male testosterone is produced through the testicles. It becomes most prevalent during puberty.
Testosterone production is controlled by the pituitary gland at the base of a man's brain. This gland sends signals to the testes, which in turn produce testosterone. A feedback loop helps regulate the amount of testosterone in the blood. When levels are too high, the brain orders the pituitary gland to restrict production.
Cholesterol synthesizes the testosterone in your body. However, having high cholesterol doesn't mean you have high testosterone levels, too. T levels are too carefully controlled by your pituitary gland for cholesterol to raise testosterone levels.
During puberty, testosterone helps males develop:
Testosterone replacement is exactly what its name implies. It's a therapy for men that replaces diminished testosterone levels, which helps balance your hormones and ultimately improves your life. Also called androgen replacement therapy, TRT alleviates many of the side effects that men suffer from as a result of low testosterone.
Testosterone was originally synthesized in a lab in 1935. Its popularity has grown since, and today, it is among the most promising doctor-prescribed treatments for men in the United States.
So, how does testosterone replacement therapy work? TRT essentially gives you the testosterone needed to be healthy and have a properly functioning body. As the primary androgen for males, testosterone has a role in the natural processes your body needs for overall health. This extra hormonal intake positively affects patients and their general health, preventing diseases such as osteoporosis, cardiac diseases, and more.
Though there is an abundance of testosterone in your system throughout puberty and into your 20s, it gradually depletes with age. Sometimes, serious injuries and long-term conditions like diabetes affect testosterone levels. Unfortunately, when a man loses too much testosterone, it results in a condition called hypogonadism. Also called "Low T," testosterone loss due to hypogonadism must be replenished, or the male suffers from difficult, even debilitating symptoms.
Though some symptoms of low T are abundantly evident, not all men can immediately tell they may need TRT. If you're unsure, ask yourself these questions:
If you answered yes to any of those questions, it could be time to contact Juventee about a personalized TRT plan. Still unsure if you're experiencing symptoms of low T? We have compiled a more extensive list of signs below:
Low energy used to be considered a normal part of aging. Today, most doctors know better. Modern advances in medicine show that lack of energy and low T often go hand-in-hand.
If it's a huge struggle to keep up with your kids on the soccer field, or you just don't have the energy to be active, you may have low testosterone. Getting tired is normal, but if it's an ongoing problem affecting you and your family, it's time to consult a doctor.
Whether you're having a tough time getting through your day or can't finish normal activities, TRT in Westwood, NJ could be the solution.
You would think that lowered libido would be easy to pick up on, but when it happens gradually, it can be more difficult to diagnose. With that said, many men use TRT because they've lost that "spark" in the bedroom. It's not easy for a man to hear that they're not pleasing their partner because intimacy is an important part of a relationship.
The good news? Having a low libido doesn't have to be permanent. TRT treatments can help revert hormone levels to their normal range, making for a more enjoyable sex life.
If you're like millions of other men, hair loss is an unfortunate reality you don't want to think about. Closely related to hormone imbalances and testosterone decline, hair loss is about as distressing as it gets. This common symptom is often related to DHT - a derivative of testosterone that can cause hair follicles to die.
Thankfully, a carefully monitored TRT regimen can help restore hair, especially when combined with methods like plasma-rich therapy. While it's true that you can't change your genes, you can change the effects of low testosterone in your body, so hair loss isn't your only reality.
Weak erections - it's an uncomfortable subject for men to talk about. It's even worse to experience the symptom in the heat of the moment. Despite being very common, men shame themselves when they can't achieve an erection. And while there are many reasons for this malady, low testosterone is often a contributing factor.
Fortunately, you don't have to live with weak erections forever when you balance your hormones with a personalized TRT treatment plan from Juventee.
You're feeling down about everything and can't figure out why you feel crummy about life. You're successful at work but feel unaccomplished. If you're experiencing symptoms like these, you may be depressed - and it could be stemming from low testosterone.
Studies show that men with depression and high cortisol levels also commonly have low testosterone. Because higher cortisol levels can lead to low T, the chances of severe depression increase.
Depression is a very real disorder and should always be diagnosed and treated by your doctor. One treatment option, when used in conjunction with therapy, is TRT. When TRT is used to replenish hormone levels, men enjoy a lighter, more optimistic mood. That's great news for depressed men who have had little-to-no success with powerful anti-depression meds.
Experts have found that men who lose a week's worth of sleep may experience a drop in testosterone by as much as 15%. These findings are alarming and may suggest that sleep loss lowers T levels and affects wellbeing.
If you find yourself exhausted at the end of the day but toss and turn all night long, it could be time to have your testosterone levels checked. TRT may restore your testosterone levels which can help you sleep better with proper exercise and diet.
Are you struggling to lift weights in the gym or find that you can't pick up items that used to be easy to lift? Studies show that inactive men can lose .5% of muscle strength each year after the age of 25. When you hit 60, muscle loss doubles every ten years. While muscle loss is common with age, it can also be linked to low T.
Testosterone is a crucial piece needed for building and retaining muscle mass. That's why many doctors are prescribing TRT for males experiencing sharp declines in strength and muscle mass. Whether your workouts are losing steam or you're having problems lifting items that aren't very heavy, don't blame it all on age. You could be suffering from hypogonadism.
Nobody likes to gain weight, even though our society is more accepting of overweight people than ever before. Despite diets and carb cutting, many men aren't able to get rid of excess belly and body fat, increasing the chances of heart disease and cancer.
Sometimes, male weight gain isn't caused by sweets and carbs but by hormone imbalances that slow the metabolism. This phase of life is called andropause and occurs when testosterone levels are low. Combining a low metabolism with other symptoms like high cortisol levels can be a recipe for a double-chinned disaster. Fortunately, TRT treatments and physician-led weight loss programs can correct hormone imbalances and lead to healthy weight loss for men.
The enlargement of male breast tissue, also called "man boobs," is a fairly common condition that many men have. Though it is closely associated with diet and other life choices, increased fatty tissue is often caused by hormonal imbalances.
If you're approaching middle age and you're embarrassed by having large breasts, don't lose hope. TRT is a safe, effective way to eliminate the underlying cause of gynecomastia without invasive surgery. With a custom HRT and fitness program, you can bring your testosterone and estrogen levels back to normal before you know it.
The human body is amazing in so many ways. Still, we have to optimize it every now and then using science, medicine, and hard work. After 40, you may notice that your body is changing, but symptoms like low libido and lack of motivation don't have to be permanent. Juventee has the team, tools, and experience to help recapture your youth and feel better than ever before.
If you're getting older and you're worried about low testosterone, give our office a call today. It would be our pleasure to care for you using the highest quality products, backed by research and applied by professionals with your best interests in mind.
Whether you need a boost to help you get through your busy work week or a natural solution to an embarrassing problem like ED, we're here for you. Our doctors will explain your treatment options in-depth and take as much time as you need to feel comfortable and confident about TRT. Remember, when you treat your body with love and care, it will reciprocate generously. Let our team teach you the techniques to prolong your sense of youth and provide you with the treatment to solidify your wellbeing as you age with grace. Contact Juventee today. By tomorrow, you'll be one step closer to meeting the best version of yourself.
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON – No doubt on this one.Westwood quarterback Robbie Carcich threw three touchdown passes, all on fourth downs, as the Cardinals got by Rutherford, 20-7, Friday night in a battle of unbeaten teams for the North 1, Group 2 title.Westwood (11-0) intercepted a pass on the second play of the game and jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter and limited the Bulldogs offense.“We just wanted to get a ring,” Carcich said. “We didn’t care how it was done.&rdq...
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON – No doubt on this one.
Westwood quarterback Robbie Carcich threw three touchdown passes, all on fourth downs, as the Cardinals got by Rutherford, 20-7, Friday night in a battle of unbeaten teams for the North 1, Group 2 title.
Westwood (11-0) intercepted a pass on the second play of the game and jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter and limited the Bulldogs offense.
“We just wanted to get a ring,” Carcich said. “We didn’t care how it was done.”
The same two teams met in the sectional final last year with Westwood winning 21-20 in a game decided on the final play, a disputed two-point try by Rutherford stopped at the goal line.
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Westwood will host Bernards (12-0) in the Group 2 state semifinals next Friday night. The Mountaineers beat Lakeland, 23-17 in overtime, in the North 2, Group 2 sectional final.
The Cardinals lost in the Group 2 semifinals last year to Caldwell.
“Last year ended the way we didn’t want it to, and our overall goal is to be the best team in Group 2, but we take it one week at a time, as boring as that sounds, that’s our mentality,” first-year Westwood coach Bobby Guy said. “We focus on our opponent, we don’t look ahead. We don’t look behind. Our guys did a tremendous job of preparing for this week.”
Rutherford won the NJIC title for a record third straight year and ends the season at 10-1.
Steve Klein intercepted the first Rutherford pass of the game, but the Cardinals initially struggled to move the ball, facing a fourth-and-17 at their own 37-yard line. It was too far to kick a field goal, so Westwood went for it and Carcich launched a perfect pass to Joe Klein in the back of the end zone for the first score.
Later in the first quarter, the Cardinals faced a similar situation. Facing a fourth-and-7 at the Bulldogs' 25-yard line, Carcich connected with Thomas Bussanich for the score.
Those two scores were enough.
“It just happened to be this week, it was the Klein brothers, next week it could Bussanich, we have so many guys that we have trust in,” Carcich said. “That’s what happens when you have faith in every guy in red − or black in this case − to do their job Friday night, we will be one successful team.”
Carcich connected with Michael Rinaldi for a 5-yard TD pass late in the third quarter, also on fourth down, to make it 20-0.
Rutherford kept Carcich in check running the ball, leaving their linebackers and standout Ryan Ward to watch him in the pocket.
“First play, I dropped back to pass and [Ward] wasn’t even rushing, he was giving me one of those death stares, like don’t come over here,” Carcich laughed. “He’s a great player, our defense did a great job shutting them down today. Rutherford is definitely the best team we played this year. We are just so happy to be on the winning side of this.”
Carcich’s longest run of the night went for 12 yards. He completed 18 of 28 passes for 217 yards.
“Coach Hard did me a favor and left me a really good football team,” said Guy, talking about former Cardinals coach Dennis Hard, who stepped down after last season. “I can’t thank him enough for all the mentorship he has given me. I was with him for nine years and I learned a lot. Its really all about toughness, play hard, play tough, play physical and those things still resonate."
PISCATAWAY − Westwood delivered an all-time great drive in the fourth quarter and capped it with an epic victory in overtime.The Cardinals defeated Rumson-Fair Haven, 21-20, for the NJSIAA Group 2 football title Monday night after senior quarterback Robbie Carcich threw a 14-yard touchdown pass to senior receiver Tommy Bussanich and junior Sean Morrison added the extra point."I don't know how many teams can say they drove the field, then won in overtime," Carcich said after Westwood secured a perf...
PISCATAWAY − Westwood delivered an all-time great drive in the fourth quarter and capped it with an epic victory in overtime.
The Cardinals defeated Rumson-Fair Haven, 21-20, for the NJSIAA Group 2 football title Monday night after senior quarterback Robbie Carcich threw a 14-yard touchdown pass to senior receiver Tommy Bussanich and junior Sean Morrison added the extra point.
"I don't know how many teams can say they drove the field, then won in overtime," Carcich said after Westwood secured a perfect 13-0 season.
Rumson-Fair Haven had taken a 20-14 lead in OT on senior Jake Gallagher's 2-yard run, but Westwood junior Aidan Dugan blocked the extra point at Rutgers' SHI Stadium.
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"They came out and scored on a couple of plays running the ball," Westwood coach Bobby Guy said of Rumson-Fair Haven. "We blocked an extra point, and it was a championship effort."
Westwood trailed 14-7 in the fourth quarter before engineering a 14-play, 99-yard drive that ended with Carcich's 6-yard TD pass to Bussanich with five seconds left in regulation. The Cardinals lined up to go for a 2-point conversion, but a false-start penalty led to a change of plans and Morrison's game-tying extra point.
Westwood made a goal-line stand midway through the fourth to keep the deficit at seven points. On a fourth-and-goal at the 2-yard line, senior linebacker Michael Carcich, Robbie's brother, tackled sophomore running back Kellen Murray a yard shy of the end zone with 5:50 remaining in the fourth.
"We knew when we got the ball at the 1, after our defense stops them, no one in the stadium believes that we can drive 99 yards and score," Robbie Carcich said. "But we did, the guys in the huddle did, and that's what mattered."
This is the only the second year the NJSIAA played all the way down to single public group state champions, and Westwood’s victory will long be remembered as one of the most dramatic title games in Garden State history.
Westwood entered the game ranked No. 5 in the Statewide Public Top 20 and could climb in the final rankings slated to be released later this week.
Rumson-Fair Haven (8-5), a two-time Group 2 runner-up that played arguably the toughest schedule of any public school in the state, was 16th and will likely remain in the Top 20.
Never in the history of New Jersey football – or anywhere on any level – will a team be able to say it drove more than 99 yards for a TD on its final drive of regulation.
Carcich’s game-tying 6-yard TD pass to Bussanich likely would NOT have happened if Carcich hadn’t converted a pressure-filled third-down pass while standing in his own end zone.
On a third-and-10 from the 1-yard line, Carcich completed a 31-yard pass to senior receiver Joe Klein up the left sideline to make it first-and-10 at the 32-yard line.
“When you’re third down, on your 1-yard line, it’s hard to not think, ‘Oh, this could be over. This could be it’,” Bussanich admitted. “But big credit to Robbie and Joey. That catch was the momentum we needed, and we just rolled with it, and we made plays.”
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Westwood amassed 274 total yards. Robbie Carcich went 16 for 20 for 145 yards, two TDs and no interceptions, and he also carried 22 times for 77 yards. Bussanich caught seven passes for 72 yards and the two scores. Sophomore Steve Klein, Joe's brother, made seven solo tackles and 12 assists.
Dugan, in addition to blocking the extra point, scored on a 3-yard run with 53 seconds left in the second quarter to help Westwood head to intermission tied at 7. He dove to the left pylon for the score.
Rumson-Fair Haven had 325 total yards. Alastair Orr carried 28 times for 96 yards and a TD. Junior quarterback Owen O’Toole went 12 for 22 for 128 yards and one interception, and his 8-yard TD pass to sophomore Jack Gyimesi in the third quarter gave the Bulldogs a 14-7 lead.
“The whole year we’ve been getting overlooked,” Robbie Carcich said. “We know we can play with anybody in the state, and that [99-yard] drive was everything. It sums up who we are – backs to the wall.”
“Driving the ball 99 yards? That’s what champions are made of,” Guy said.
Westwood neighbors will be painting the town pink and dressing as witches Thursday evening to support the downtown and raise money to help breast cancer patientsThe second annual ...
Westwood neighbors will be painting the town pink and dressing as witches Thursday evening to support the downtown and raise money to help breast cancer patients
The second annual Pink Witches Night Out event is coming back to downtown, with visitors encouraged to dress up in pink as they trick-or-treat, shop, listen to music and eat food.
Kimberly Aluotto, owner of Westwood Candy Company, helped bring the event to the borough for the first time last year. Aluotto previously lived in Denville, which has held a Pink Witches Night Out for about a decade.
“It's a nice cause that's all about community and businesses," said Aluotto. "It's always a feel-good thing for us ladies to get out and share our experiences."
Ticket sales, which were still available as of Thursday morning, will go towards Spoil Me Pink, a nonprofit that gives a day of beauty and pampering to fighters and survivors of breast cancer. Patients receive a full makeover including hairstyling, massages, make-up application and counseling. The group has held events in New York, New Jersey and Florida.
The Phoenician restaurant will be the kickoff spot for the event, which begins at 5 p.m. and ends at 9. The first 125 ticket holders who check in at the restaurant will receive a swag bag, including items from Twinkle and Shine Custom Design, Westwood Candy, Columbia Bank and Westwood Pets Unlimited.
Many Westwood businesses will also have extended hours, sales, and specials during the event, including jewelry store Red Carpet Rocks, which will have a 15% off sale and Luxe XII and Muah Makeup, a clothing store and beauty studio, which will also offer 15% off and pink lashes for $20 with $5 going to Spoil Me Pink.
Prohibition, a restaurant, will offer pink drink specials, salon Beautiful Revenge will offer pink hair extensions with a $10 donation and clothing store Urbann Touch will offer 20% off pink items.
Market House, a shop specializing in hand-crafted gifts, will offer discounts and tea samples, Liquor Land will offer wine tasting, gift boutique The Good Life will offer discounts and raffles and Five Dimes Brewery will have an end-of-the-night raffle.
Westwood Candy Company will have tastings of an exclusive sweet confection and clothing store Threads will offer exclusive giveaways, discounts on pink merchandise and a pop-up lip treatment creation experience.
The Contemporaries of the Woman's Club of Westwood, hosted by Market House, will also host a meet-up at 7:30 p.m. during the event.'
Sponsors for the event include The Paula Clark Group, Pascack City Lifestyles, ACE Global Business Services, and Threads.
Those who wish to buy a $10 ticket to the event can visit givebutter.com/PinkWitchesWestwood.
Stephanie Noda is a local reporter for NorthJersey.com. For unlimited access to the most important news from your local community, please subscribe or activate your digital account today.
Kmart is leaving the Garden State for good this fall.The struggling department store chain plans to close its last New Jersey location in Westwood in September or October 2023, according to NorthJersey.com.The store at 700 Broadway in Bergen County has already begun its liquidation sale.This final location in Westwood Plaza follows ...
Kmart is leaving the Garden State for good this fall.
The struggling department store chain plans to close its last New Jersey location in Westwood in September or October 2023, according to NorthJersey.com.
The store at 700 Broadway in Bergen County has already begun its liquidation sale.
This final location in Westwood Plaza follows a string of closures across the state as the chain attempts to stay afloat in the age of online consumerism.
New Jersey had 11 stores before Sears Holdings Corporation, which operates Kmart, closed them over the past five years. The most recent Kmart closings were in Avenel in 2022, and Kearny and Belleville in 2021.
Many of the closed New Jersey Kmarts have been converted in the past few years into other popular stores, like ShopRite, Target, Marshalls and HomeGoods, as well as entertainment complexes.
Transformco, which owns Sears Holdings Corporations, set plans to shutter 45 Kmart locations in 2019. Sears, which operates Kmart, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy a year before.
The United States used to have more than 2,000 Kmart stores. Once this New Jersey location closes, there will be only two Kmart locations nationwide: Kmart Miami and Kmart Bridgehampton in Long Island, N.Y.
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New Jersey has long been known for its legendary hot dog joints and a new addition is finally here. 1950 Originals opened on Sunday, October 15 at 325 Broadway, Westwood, NJ—the address formerly occupied by Jack’s Cafe, which closed earlier this year. The Westwood shop is the first brick-and-mortar location for the 1950 concept, which specializes in ...
New Jersey has long been known for its legendary hot dog joints and a new addition is finally here. 1950 Originals opened on Sunday, October 15 at 325 Broadway, Westwood, NJ—the address formerly occupied by Jack’s Cafe, which closed earlier this year.
The Westwood shop is the first brick-and-mortar location for the 1950 concept, which specializes in uniquely-topped proprietary hot dogs. Founder Dan DeMiglio worked directly with Thumann’s—who supplies famous spots such as Rutt’s Hut and Hiram’s with their hot dogs—to develop a one-of-a-kind recipe specifically made for the 1950 Originals concept. The first, a secret-recipe blend of beef and pork that differs from Thumann’s traditional beef and pork link and, of course, an all-beef link alongside it.
“You won’t be able to find these hot dogs anywhere other than our Westwood store,” said DeMiglio. “But eventually, we plan on selling them through other avenues like grocery stores and shipping nationally.”
Guests can choose between the two links offered, and how they want it cooked—grilled or deep fried in beef tallow, another nod to the past. Free toppings include ketchup, spicy brown mustard, green relish, chili sauce, red relish, hot onions, sweet onions, sauerkraut, raw onion and cheese sauce. Beyond classic dogs is a list of playful specialty options.
The specialty wieners will be topped in all kinds of fun ways. One such dog is loaded with candied bacon and peanut butter. Another plays homage to the Korean corn dogs that have gone viral in previous years—topped with sugar-dusted potatoes, honey mustard and a mozzarella stick.
DeMiglio is no stranger to the hot dog game, though; it’s in his blood. DeMiglio’s grandfather, Leonard “Artie” Castrianni, opened Callahan’s in Fort Lee—a hot dog institution and lunch counter that operated from 1950 until 2006. DeMiglio resurrected Callahan’s as a food truck in 2014, which morphed into a brick-and-mortar location before closing during the pandemic.
Today, DeMiglio is ready to hit the ground running with 1950 Originals, which he designed to honor his Grandfather, and innovate into the future. “I’m ready to start over with fresh ideas and a blank canvas,” said DeMiglio. “Our team is so excited to bring our first location and new concept to this truly original town. We plan on bringing real value and affordability to the community. It’s been our most important goal.”
1950 Originals’ interior is designed as such. A blank canvas. When you walk into the restaurant, the white brick walls and 2D-centric aesthetics signifies DeMiglio’s fresh start and re-entry into the hot dog business, something the team describes as “you are entering our very own sketchbook.”
The white bricks entrench the entire building—both inside and out—playing tribute to the photos of white bricks that were laid at the foundation of the original Callahan’s.
Beyond hot dogs, 1950 serves hamburgers and french fries.
1950 Originals also features a food truck, which can be booked for catering and events within a 10-mile radius of the 07675 zip code.