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According to the National Institutes of Health, circulating DHEA-S levels can decline by 80-90% between a person's peak in their 20s and later decades. This profound decrease in adrenal androgen production is a major age associated change in adrenal function that has widespread systemic effects.
By age 70, many individuals experience a significant decline in growth hormone, a key regulatory hormone. To understand this complex physiological process, it's essential to explore **what happens to the endocrine system when you age**, and how these changes impact overall health and wellness.
By age 80, the average person's production of key hormones has significantly declined, impacting numerous bodily functions. The endocrine theory of aging suggests this progressive hormonal imbalance is a root cause of the aging process itself, linking it to the body's master controller.
Hormonal shifts are a natural and unavoidable aspect of aging, and they can significantly impact overall health and well-being. This guide will explore what are at least 6 common age-related changes that happen with the endocrine system and how they influence the body's functions.
While menopause represents a dramatic hormonal shift, hormonal changes don’t stop there. The endocrine system continues to evolve with age, and studies indicate that a 70 year old woman can have a hormone imbalance, affecting her overall health and well-being. This ongoing process can lead to a variety of symptoms that are often mistaken for standard signs of aging.
