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 Hackensack, 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 Hackensack, 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.
HACKENSACK — Hashery, a recreational cannabis dispensary, is opening in the city this weekend in a shopping center along a busy stretch of Route 17.The opening comes after years of work to obtain approvals and permits and find a location, said Len Coleman, one of the partners.“We had talked to various cities, but the one that resonated and stuck with us was Hackensack,” he said. “There’s been struggles and hurdles, but we’re excited to be opening. We've been popping into the bu...
HACKENSACK — Hashery, a recreational cannabis dispensary, is opening in the city this weekend in a shopping center along a busy stretch of Route 17.
The opening comes after years of work to obtain approvals and permits and find a location, said Len Coleman, one of the partners.
“We had talked to various cities, but the one that resonated and stuck with us was Hackensack,” he said. “There’s been struggles and hurdles, but we’re excited to be opening. We've been popping into the businesses on Main Street. We want to be part of the community, and make the distinction, we're Hackensack's dispensary.”
The 4,000-square-foot store at 409 Route 17 South will hold a ribbon cutting event Saturday at 1 p.m. with a DJ, and a tent outside with tables and food for customers.
The shop will be open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. to adults 21 and older and features a drive-through — the second drive-through dispensary in North Jersey. Its products include smokeable flower, concentrates, edibles, capsules, topical creams and vaporizers.
Sam Jurist, a co-founder of Hashery, works in the cannabis industry in California and is the CEO of Focus V and Rosin Tech Labs, two businesses that develop and manufacture products for the industry, with a focus on solventless “hash,” or cannabis extracts.
The store will also sell water pipes and other glassware from California, through Jurist’s company. “We’ll have a lot of stuff that’s not even on the East Coast yet,” Coleman said.
Jurist and Coleman have been friends since middle school, growing up in Somerset County, and were roommates in Hoboken after college.
The company’s size — about 40 employees — and the partners’ Jersey roots sets Hashery apart from most of the other dispensaries in the area, Coleman said.
“We’re not like the big multistate operators that are around us. Those are massive companies,” he said. “We’re homegrown. This isn’t like opening another store for us. This is our baby.”
Hackensack voters supported legalizing marijuana by more than 70% in a 2020 referendum. The city eventually approved one retail license and two cultivator licenses. Officials said they chose the zones in which the the businesses are allowed to operate to minimize the impact on residents.
The growing facilities are approved for an industrial city neighborhood near Route 80, and the retail store’s location in a Route 17 strip mall is away from residential neighborhoods.
Municipalities reap a 2% transfer tax from such companies on top of the property taxes they pay.
"Throughout the cannabis legalization process the city remained committed to balancing public safety and our residents' quality of life, with the potential for new revenue,” said Nick Bond, a city spokesman. “We will continue to monitor the impact of this new sector and invite feedback from the public to ensure we are addressing the needs of the community.”
MONTCLAIR, N.J. -- A ransomware attack on a health system in New Jersey is forcing two hospitals in the state to divert patients coming to their emergency rooms to other facilities.One of the hospitals is Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood and the other is in Montclair.EMS personnel and patients coming to Mountainside Medical Center's emergency room in Mont...
MONTCLAIR, N.J. -- A ransomware attack on a health system in New Jersey is forcing two hospitals in the state to divert patients coming to their emergency rooms to other facilities.
One of the hospitals is Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood and the other is in Montclair.
EMS personnel and patients coming to Mountainside Medical Center's emergency room in Montclair had to be diverted to other facilities Monday, according to a hospital spokesperson. Ardent Health Services, which runs the hospital, blamed the move on a ransomware attack.
For local residents, the news was a bit unnerving.
"It's a little scary because if you think about it, it's like your personal safety. Your personal ... your hometown. Like, it's in your backyard," said Erica Ling of Glen Ridge.
Hospital officials said Mountainside Medical Center's ER continues to care for patients and there has been no adverse impact on patient care.
Ardent Health said it became aware of the security incident on Thanksgiving and immediately began safeguarding data and took its network offline. The company also said it reported the cyber attack to law enforcement, retained threat intelligence advisors, and is working to restore the network as quickly as possible.
"There is some risk that this is what we think of as a two-phase attack, where it's partially disturbing the systems and disconnecting them, then charging ransomware," cybersecurity expert Jack Danahy said.
Danahy said more than 200 healthcare facilities were targeted last year, alone.
"It can have a material affect on the provision of care, that entry of information. We know with the case of earlier attacks, it can take weeks or months for those systems to come back online," Danahy said.
While Ardent Health said it cannot confirm the extent of any patient health or financial data that may have been compromised, Danahy said current and former patients should be on the lookout for possible notices from the hospital.
"The ability of that same information to be stolen at the time it's being encrypted. It could be stolen for the purpose of potentially reselling," Danahy said.
There is still no word on who or what caused the potential security incident.
Christine Sloan is an Emmy Award-winning reporter, who covers New Jersey for CBS 2 New York. Sloan re-joined the station in January 2023. She also worked at CBS 2 New York from 2004 to 2016.
HACKENSACK — A 3,500-square-foot grocery store is set to open on Main Street this fall.Maharaja Hypermarket signed a lease for the space at 389 Main St., the ground floor of Crossroads 389, a five-story, 82-unit apartment building that opened to tenants earlier this year.“This is a retail component that will definitely be compatible with the neighborhood and will be an adjunct to all the apartments going up,” said Anthony Cassano of NAI James E. Hanson, the commercial real estate firm that negot...
HACKENSACK — A 3,500-square-foot grocery store is set to open on Main Street this fall.
Maharaja Hypermarket signed a lease for the space at 389 Main St., the ground floor of Crossroads 389, a five-story, 82-unit apartment building that opened to tenants earlier this year.
“This is a retail component that will definitely be compatible with the neighborhood and will be an adjunct to all the apartments going up,” said Anthony Cassano of NAI James E. Hanson, the commercial real estate firm that negotiated the lease. “People won’t have to drive. On their way home they can stop at the grocery store to pick up dinner and walk to their apartment."
Hundreds of new apartment units have recently been built or are under construction or planned near the building, which sits in the center of Hackensack’s downtown, on Main Street between Passaic and Ward streets.
Maharaja Hypermarket will be a full-service grocery store, Cassano said. The company has previously served as a wholesale supplier for other grocery stores, he said.
“This will help apartment building tenants wanting to avail themselves of its services, and it helps the city have fewer car trips and less congestion” by contributing to a more walkable downtown, he said. “I think it adds a needed component to the redevelopment in the area.”
Cassano, a vice president of the firm, represented the landlord, Sonehan Clinton Court Urban Renewal LLC, and the tenant, Primwayone LLC, in the deal.
There is no opening date set, but Cassano said the business hopes it will be within the next two months.
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The Hampshire Companies, which constructed the mixed-use building in a joint venture with Cannon Hill, is currently building a 270-unit development at 321 Main St. that will be complete next year, and it is expected to begin construction of a 40-unit building at 295 Main St. later this year.
The company is also working with Russo Development on building the Print House, a riverfront development at the former headquarters of The Record that will eventually feature 653 units and 40,000 square feet of retail space spread across five buildings when construction is complete.
A house that sold for $815,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Hackensack in the past week.In total, nine residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $471,111. The average price per square foot was $335.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Oct. 23 even if the property may have been sold earlier.9. $190K, condominium at 303 Hamilton PlaceThe sale of the ...
A house that sold for $815,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Hackensack in the past week.
In total, nine residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $471,111. The average price per square foot was $335.
The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Oct. 23 even if the property may have been sold earlier.
The sale of the condominium at 303 Hamilton Place in Hackensack has been finalized. The price was $190,000, and the new owners took over the condominium in September. The condominium was built in 1929 and has a living area of 484 square feet. The price per square foot was $393. The deal was finalized on Sep. 15.
The 1,100 square-foot condominium at 208 Anderson Street, Hackensack, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in September and the total purchase price was $245,000, $223 per square foot. The condominium was built in 1956. The deal was finalized on Sep. 15.
The property at 446 Passaic Street in Hackensack has new owners. The price was $270,000. The condominium was built in 1986 and has a living area of 750 square feet. The price per square foot is $360. The deal was finalized on Sep. 13.
The sale of the single-family residence at 140 Euclid Ave., Hackensack, has been finalized. The price was $345,000, and the new owners took over the house in September. The house was built in 1975 and has a living area of 1,170 square feet. The price per square foot was $295. The deal was finalized on Sep. 14.
The property at 220 Lincoln Street in Hackensack has new owners. The price was $400,000. The house was built in 1931 and has a living area of 862 square feet. The price per square foot is $464. The deal was finalized on Sep. 14.
A sale has been finalized for the single-family house at 443 Parker Ave. in Hackensack. The price was $515,000 and the new owners took over the house in September. The house was built in 1946 and the living area totals 1,120 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $460. The deal was finalized on Sep. 15.
The 2,308 square-foot single-family home at 369 Kaplan Ave. in Hackensack has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in September and the total purchase price was $660,000, $286 per square foot. The house was built in 1985. The deal was finalized on Sep. 15.
The property at 187 Holt Street in Hackensack has new owners. The price was $800,000. The house was built in 1936 and has a living area of 2,451 square feet. The price per square foot is $326. The deal was finalized on Sep. 18.
The sale of the single family residence at 277 Jackson Ave. in Hackensack has been finalized. The price was $815,000, and the new owners took over the house in September. The house was built in 1966 and has a living area of 2,400 square feet. The price per square foot was $340. The deal was finalized on Sep. 13.
Real Estate Newswire is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to generate analysis of data from Propmix, an aggregator of national real-estate data.
HACKENSACK — City officials have reached a deal with Hackensack University Medical Center that will bring the city more than $24 million over the next six years as a contribution for ...
HACKENSACK — City officials have reached a deal with Hackensack University Medical Center that will bring the city more than $24 million over the next six years as a contribution for municipal services the nonprofit hospital uses.
The agreement is an extension of an agreement struck five years ago, which was set to expire at the end of this year.
Under the deal, the hospital will pay the city $4 million a year in community host fees, $600,000 in payments for air rights above Second Street, and another $40,000 in parking charges. The pact supersedes existing agreements between the hospital and city, and the parties can renegotiate the terms in 2029.
“With this new host agreement, we continue to build on the foundation of a transformative partnership between Hackensack and HUMC,” Deputy Mayor Kathy Canestrino said in a statement. “This agreement signifies our shared vision and unwavering dedication to the health and well-being of our residents and solidifies Hackensack as a center of excellence in medical care.”
Because Hackensack University Medical Center is a nonprofit institution, many of its properties are not subject to property taxes that commercial entities must pay.
The hospital owns 11 tax-exempt properties and another 10 taxable properties in Hackensack. The payment will serve as a contribution for public safety and other municipal services that are used by the hospital.
“Hackensack University Medical Center’s latest investment in the city of Hackensack further deepens our commitment to this community that we’ve been proud to serve since 1888," said Mary Jo Layton, a spokeswoman for Hackensack Meridian Health, which owns HUMC.
"As the largest employer in the county and one of the largest in the state, Hackensack Meridian Health is key to the city’s economy,” she said. “More importantly, we have an unwavering commitment to our patients today and for generations to come to continue providing high-quality innovative care that is recognized nationally and globally."
Since 2015, when a landmark tax court decision against Morristown Medical Center opened the door for municipalities to question nonprofit hospitals’ tax-exempt status, many local governments have pushed successfully for hospitals to pay a contribution for the services they use.
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The judge in that case ruled the hospital operated more like a for-profit corporation than a nonprofit. The hospital later agreed to pay Morristown $15.5 million for 10 years of taxes and interest, and additional taxes on space leased to restaurants, shops and private doctors.
Hackensack "is fortunate to have developed this partnership and this great relationship with the medical center that brings 8,000 to 9,000 employees to the city each day,” Canestrino said before the City Council’s vote to approve the agreement April 25. “We’re fortunate to have a hospital of that magnitude and level of excellence in our backyard.”
The agreement “recognizes the city provides a base of operation and many public services and we deserve to be fairly compensated for that,” said Steven Kleinman, the city attorney.
Mayor John Labrosse works at the hospital as a safety specialist. He did not participate in any negotiations and abstained from the vote, city officials said.