Let’s be honest—most of us chalk up things like low energy, brain fog, or weight gain to stress, aging, or just being “busy.” But if you’ve been feeling off for a while now, it might be time to look deeper. One possible cause? Low testosterone.
And no, it’s not just about libido. Testosterone plays a key role in your energy, mood, mental clarity, and even how your body holds onto muscle and burns fat. We regularly see this hormonal concern in our functional medicine Burbank patients and know firsthand how transformative targeted care can be.
So… what does low testosterone actually feel like?
Here are some signs we see in our patients all the time:
- You’re tired no matter how much you sleep
- Your sex drive just isn’t what it used to be
- You’ve noticed extra weight creeping on—especially around your belly
- You feel mentally foggy or forgetful
- You’re more irritable or down than usual
- You’re losing muscle, even though you haven’t changed your workouts
If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and more importantly, you’re not crazy. These symptoms are real, and they’re worth exploring.
What’s causing it?
Low testosterone can be caused by a lot of things—some obvious, some not so much:
- Chronic stress (hello, modern life)
- Processed foods or diets lacking in key nutrients
- Environmental toxins (from plastics, household products, even receipts)
- Lack of physical activity
- And sometimes, deeper hormonal imbalances or health conditions
The tricky part? It’s rarely just one thing. That’s why at Functional Medicine Los Angeles, we take a whole-body, root-cause approach.
Here’s how we can help
We’re not about slapping on a quick fix or telling you, “It’s just part of aging.” Our team at Functional Medicine Los Angeles takes the time to really listen to what’s going on in your life and body. With tools like functional medicine testing, we identify what’s truly impacting your hormone balance.
We start by running a comprehensive hormone panel, along with a full evaluation of your diet, lifestyle, stress, and environment. Then we work with you to create a plan that’s completely personalized—and realistic.
That might look like:
- Tweaking your nutrition
- Adding targeted supplements
- Supporting natural hormone production
- Helping your body detox from hormone-disrupting chemicals
- Working on sleep and stress in practical ways
You deserve to feel like yourself again. If you’re tired of feeling tired—and you know deep down something’s off—let’s talk.
👉 Think your hormones are off? Book a hormone panel with our team at Functional Medicine Los Angeles. We’re here to help you get back to balance and feel like you again.