Men's Health

Men have unique needs and health goals that require specialized care. At Origin Medicine in Tacoma, Washington, integrative medicine specialist Michelle Sandwisch, ARNP, FNP-C, provides comprehensive men’s health care using a holistic approach that includes thorough health screenings and assessments, lab work, supplements, and lifestyle modifications. Call the clinic today or schedule an appointment online to learn more.

Why is men’s health important?

Men's health focuses on the physical, mental, and emotional health of men. It involves understanding and addressing the specific health concerns that affect them throughout their lives. 

By taking a proactive, whole-body approach to care, men of all ages can detect and manage potential health risks early on, leading to healthier and more fulfilling lives.

Which health problems affect men?

Many health problems exclusively or primarily affect men, while some affect them differently than women, including:

Hormonal imbalance

Hormones are the body’s chemical messengers that control many functions. Many men experience declining testosterone levels with age. This hormone helps control sexual development, fat distribution, muscle mass, and other male characteristics.

Cardiovascular disease

While men and women can develop cardiovascular disease, it tends to affect men earlier. Coronary artery disease (CAD), stroke, and peripheral artery disease (PAD) are common cardiovascular conditions that men are prone to experience.

Erectile dysfunction (ED)

ED makes achieving and maintaining an erection difficult. Age, hormonal imbalances, stress, and other factors can contribute to ED and other sexual health problems.

Type 2 diabetes

Poor diet, excess weight, and inactivity can lead to Type 2 diabetes, a chronic condition caused by high blood sugar levels.

How can functional medicine support men’s health?

Functional medicine can help support men’s health in several ways, including:

Addressing hormonal imbalances

Michelle uses lab work to test your thyroid, testosterone, cortisol, prolactin, and other key hormones to diagnose and treat hormone imbalances.

Targeting the root cause of sexual health issues

Taking a whole-body approach to care ensures that Michelle considers your hormones, stress levels, relationships, nutrition, exercise patterns, and sleep quality to address the root cause of sexual health problems.

Improving cardiovascular health

Functional medicine emphasizes cardiovascular risk assessment and management, addressing factors such as high blood pressure, cholesterol imbalances, inflammation, and oxidative stress.

Weight management and metabolic support

Michelle understands that weight loss often takes more than caloric intake and exercise. She addresses metabolic imbalances, insulin resistance, inflammation, and other underlying factors to help men achieve healthy, sustainable weight loss.

The ProLon® Fasting Mimicking Diet promotes longevity and lasting weight loss. This five-day gluten-free, plant-based plan nourishes your body while offering many benefits of fasting, including lower cholesterol, reduced inflammation, and improved fasting glucose levels.

Origin Medicine provides comprehensive care for men that goes beyond the basics. Call or schedule an appointment online today to learn more.