Blog — cortisol imbalance symptoms

Cortisol testing helps evaluate how the body responds to stress by measuring daily hormone patterns linked to energy, sleep, mood, and immune balance. Through saliva and blood spot methods, clinicians can identify adrenal and HPA-axis imbalances early, enabling more personalized strategies to address fatigue, burnout, and stress-related health concerns.

You’ve probably heard of menopause, the well-known life stage where women experience a significant hormonal transition. But what about men? It might come as a surprise, but men go through a similar midlife shift known as andropause—often referred to as “male menopause.” While less talked about, andropause is just as real and just as impactful. ZRT Laboratory has tested over 150,000 men navigating the effects of hormone decline. Findings are clear: the gradual drop in hormones like testosterone plays a major role in many of the issues men face in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. What Exactly is Andropause? As men...