The Role That Hormones Play in Diabetes

If you have diabetes, you may have also noticed a decrease in your sexual activity. Many people with diabetes begin to feel depressed or embarrassed that they no longer think about or enjoy sex. This can affect mental health as well as physical health and also put stress on romantic relationships. It is important to understand that diabetes affects not only blood sugar levels but your overall health and hormonal balance as well. Following your doctor’s diabetes protocol to control your glucose is important to help your body function as it should, including sexually. Other solutions can also help you to balance your body’s hormones, including diet, exercise, and sleep, as well as managing stress. In addition, taking further steps to get hormones back in balance, including targeted supplements and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, may also help get your sex life and your overall health back on track. Read more…