Oxytocin is a natural hormone secreted by the brain that in the past has been mostly correlated with pregnancy and breast feeding. New research is showing that both men and women produce this hormone and it is crucial for social confidence and sexual enjoyment.
Some individuals may have low oxytocin levels for a number of reasons such as a genetic predisposition or environmental influences. Women, after menopause, will have greatly reduced levels of oxytocin which can cause major relationship problems. It is no surprise that many marriages end in divorce after mid-life.
For men, the most extreme example of oxytocin deficiency is seen in autism. Low oxytocin is also correlated with ADHD and social anxiety and while still not fully understood, males seem to have a greater risk.
There are also connections between depression and low oxytocin. Every know that a hug can help make you feel better when you’re “feeling down”. Not surprisingly, hugging and spending time with others increases your oxytocin levels! Unfortunately, anti-depressant medication over long-term leads to depletion of oxytocin in our brains! Supplementation with oxytocin can help reduce the sexual side-effects (such as decreased libido) of Prozac and other anti-depressants.
A brief list of the benefits of oxytocin supplementation:
- Enhances social interactions (such as your ability to make eye contact and touch others)
- Reduces social anxiety
- Multiple orgasms in women
- Increases libido in women and helps treat impotence in men
- Generates a feeling of calmness (as one would experience after sex or with good friends)
- Bonding – helps you connect better with others
- Reduces stress
- Lowers blood pressure in some
- Reduces cravings and addictions
- Eases depression
While big pharma is still trying to find a way to patent oxytocin many of us can benefit from custom formulated prescription oxytocin. Call 425-516-5500 for your free consult today!
American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
