Addressing
andropause
Andropause, often called the male menopause, is a gradual change in hormones, energy and performance. We help you understand what’s shifting, how stress and lifestyle play a role, and how to restore balance with data-driven insight and a personalised plan.
If there’s a will, we are the way. So what’s your starting point?
First things first
consultation
A free first consultation
Book a free initial consultation with Forbes.health. During this session, our Functional Medicine Specialists will review your health history, discuss your symptoms, and explore your personal health goals. Together, we’ll outline the best next steps tailored to your needs.
€699
Forbes.health Andropause package
Start smart. Learn how stress and hormones influence your body and mind. Our Stress & Hormones Panel reveals key markers like Cortisol, DHEA-S, Testosterone, Estrogen and Progesterone helping you understand your balance, energy and resilience.
Not decline. Redefine
Your body is adapting, not giving up.We use advanced testing to see how your hormones, metabolism, and inflammation interact. Creating a personalised health plan that restores strength, focus and endurance.
For andropause, we focus on:
- Testosterone production and conversion
- Stress resilience and adrenal function
- Metabolic health and weight regulation
- Cognitive focus and emotional balance
- Recovery, sleep, and physical performance
What is andropause?
What happens when testosterone levels naturally decline
Andropause refers to the gradual decline in testosterone and other key hormones that support strength, mood, and vitality. It typically occurs between the ages of 40 and 60, though lifestyle, stress, and metabolic health can accelerate or delay it.
The andropause doesn’t happen overnight. Symptoms build gradually and can vary from person to person.
Common signs of andropause
How hormonal shifts can show up in daily life
When hormone levels shift, you may notice:
- Decreased energy and motivation
- Reduced muscle mass or increased fat around the abdomen
- Lower libido or erectile changes
- Difficulty focusing or brain fog
- Mood fluctuations or irritability
- Poor recovery after exercise or stress
These are signals, not inevitabilities. With the right insight and support, they can be reversed or managed effectively.
Causes of andropause
What drives the gradual hormonal shift in men
The most common cause is the natural decline in testosterone as men age.
However, several other factors contribute:
- Chronic stress (elevated cortisol suppresses testosterone)
- Poor sleep and high inflammation
- Nutrient deficiencies (zinc, vitamin D, magnesium)
- Metabolic dysfunction or insulin resistance
- Lifestyle factors such as alcohol, inactivity, or weight gain
Understanding your unique profile allows for precise, lasting improvement.
After andropause: prevention and optimisation
Focusing on lasting health, performance, and wellbeing
Hormonal balance affects more than just mood or muscle. It influences your heart, brain, metabolism, and longevity. After 40, proactive care becomes the key to sustained performance. At Forbes.health, we focus on optimisation, not replacement. By tracking your hormone activity, nutrient levels, and inflammatory markers, we help you build a foundation for long-term energy, focus, and vitality.
Our approach
Rooted in research, tailored to your needs
Andropause doesn’t require treatment, but it does benefit from understanding and action.
We take a functional medicine approach to restore balance and prevent age-related decline through:
- Targeted nutrition and supplementation
- Exercise and stress-reduction strategies
- Testosterone or hormone therapy (if clinically appropriate)
- Continuous data-driven follow-up and optimisation
At Forbes.health, we see andropause as the opportunity to rebuild your foundation for the decades ahead.
The Forbes Formula®: 5 steps on your journey to better health
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- Step 1: Profound attention
- No one-size-fits-all. Your body and history are unique, and we treat them that way. Every journey starts with a deep health history intake and continues with our full, focused attention.
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- Step 2: Advanced lab testing
- We use over 400 biomarkers to uncover what’s really going on, from hormones to gut health, nutrient levels, and more. All done from the comfort of your home.
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- Step 3: Root cause approach
- We don’t cover up symptoms. We look deeper. By finding what’s driving the imbalance, we build a long-term health plan to restore harmony.
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- Step 4: Personalised health plan
- Your health plan is designed just for you. Based on data, rooted in science, and personalised to your body, lifestyle, and goals.
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- Step 5: Ongoing support
- We’re with you every step. With regular check-ins and expert guidance, your health plan evolves as you do.
Real stories real results
“My focus and energy came back, it felt like hitting reset.”
“I finally understood what was draining my strength and energy.”
“This gave me direction, not guesswork.”
