Sugar is often purported as a testosterone-killing food, and men who aim to optimize their testosterone (T) levels are recommended to avoid it. Indeed, dietary choices can influence both your immediate and long-term T levels. For example, high sugar intake and overnutrition can disrupt your hormonal balance and potentially lower your T. Yet, the evidence suggests that not just sugar…
Acne is a relatively common skin condition that has been linked to a variety of factors and especially hormones such as testosterone (T). That is because the sebum-producing glands in the skin are particularly sensitive to T and other androgens (male sex hormones). The glands respond to androgens by increasing sebum production and creating conditions for inflammation, ultimately leading to…
Sleep is essential to human life as it plays a crucial role in maintaining physical and metabolic health. During sleep, the body regulates vital processes such as tissue recovery, body temperature, and hormonal synthesis. One of the hormones produced primarily during sleep is the human growth hormone (HGH). In fact, HGH has a pulsatile secretion that coincides with specific phases…
The male sex hormone testosterone (T) is well-known for its key role in the growth and maintenance of muscle mass and strength. In fact, all male sex hormones are regulators of the process thanks to their affinity to the androgen receptors in the nuclei of muscle cells. By activating these receptors, T and other androgens work on a cellular level…
Most people believe that having high testosterone (T) is purely beneficial for men as it helps them to be stronger, more muscular, and more energetic. While this is true for high T levels, which are still within the physiological norms, having excessively high androgens in your body may also lead to serious adverse effects that may even affect your quality…
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has become a popular solution for men who suffer from low testosterone (T) levels. But, many men may not expect to see the scale going up soon after the start of the therapy. That weight gain may occur due to unwanted water retention, which is a well-known side effect of TRT. This rapid increase in body…
It’s no secret that the human growth hormone (HGH) is just as important for your health during adulthood as it was during childhood and adolescence. In adults, HGH regulates body composition, energy levels, mood, cardiovascular health, and even sexual development. In fact, growth hormone appears to play a key role in sexual function and libido in both men and women.…
Some scientists report that low testosterone and prostate problems often go hand-in-hand amongst certain population groups such as men with metabolic syndrome. Prostate problems can lead to erectile dysfunction and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) such as frequent and difficult urination. Besides, low T can lead to chronic fatigue, sexual dysfunction, loss of muscle mass, obesity, osteoporosis, and gynecomastia. Both…
HGH is an anabolic hormone that reduces muscle loss, stimulates cell division, and increases tissue growth. Due to its anabolic effects, HGH may help you retain more muscle mass during recovery from events such as injuries and surgeries. However, such circumstances are not medical indications for HGH injections, and the therapy is not legally available for recovery or healing from…
The amount of zinc stored in your body is positively associated with your serum testosterone (T). Therefore, men who are zinc deficient may also have lower T levels. If you are zinc deficient, then taking a zinc supplement can help boost your testosterone and help them return within the normal range. However, if you are already consuming enough zinc, additional…