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…
Testosterone pellets are arguably one of the most convenient forms of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). They were invented shortly after the discovery of testosterone and received FDA approval in 1972, but it wasn’t until 2008 when they were officially marketed for the management of low T. Due to the relatively low popularity compared to other forms of TRT, there are…
Testosterone is the symbol of masculinity, so men will always be interested in new ways that may help them naturally optimize their hormonal levels. Therefore, mentioning a potential method to raise testosterone on live TV is bound to get a lot of attention. This is exactly what happened during a recent interview between the Fox News host Tucker Carlson and…
Testosterone (T) medications are often mistaken with anabolic–androgenic steroids (AAS), due to the fact that both categories have abuse potential, steroid structure, and potent anabolic effects. Yet, testosterone can be legally prescribed in the form of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) to help manage the symptoms of medical conditions such as hypogonadism. On the other hand, anabolic steroids are products that…
Aging is an inevitable part of human life. Yet, most of us would do anything to slow down the process as much as possible with the hope to preserve both good health and youthful appearance. Unfortunately, many manufacturers of beauty products and anti-aging supplements exploit this desire by promising unrealistic benefits. One of the most famous of these is the…
Anastrozole, more popular by the brand name Arimidex, is a prescription drug that’s become popular amongst men with low testosterone (T) because of its ability to affect the ratio between testosterone and estrogen (E) in the human body. This makes it suitable for certain subsets of male patients with mild hypogonadism who have functional testes but experience infertility and hormonal…