Testosterone

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…

If you have ever tested your testosterone levels, then you may already know that being in a fasted state is one of the requirements for getting accurate results. That’s because researchers have found that eating a meal can influence your T levels and suppress its natural peak which normally occurs in the morning, although the exact mechanism is still unclear.…

Are you troubled by symptoms of low testosterone (T) such as weight gain, chronic fatigue, lack of libido and muscle loss? If you are then you have probably heard of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and its effectiveness, so you visited a medical doctor for diagnosis and prescription. Unfortunately, many physicians won’t prescribe testosterone therapy if your T levels fluctuate near…

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is currently the most effective treatment for managing the symptoms of low T in men. Testosterone is also the drug of choice for masculinizing hormone therapy in female-to-male (FTM) transgender patients. TRT is available in many forms, but testosterone injections stand out as the widely preferred method by patients and clinicians alike. Due to the risk…

Many men considering vasectomy are worried about their natural testosterone (T) production. That’s because the testicles are the main organs that produce testosterone in males, and vasectomy involves incising and sealing their sperm ducts. Yet, vasectomy does not affect the blood supply to the testicles, and the production of testosterone that gets transported to the rest of your body via…

One of the most controversial topics in regard to testosterone and testosterone therapy (TRT) is the effects of the hormone on the prostate. Male sex hormones are the main driver for the growth and development of the prostate gland. This has led to concerns that higher T levels increase the risk of prostate problems related to its enlargement such as…

Niacin (nicotinic acid) is an essential B-vitamin and a popular ingredient in many dietary supplements. Being essential means that your body can’t produce vitamin B3 on its own and you have to consume it with your diet. The best sources include animal liver as well as other animal products – beef, turkey, chicken, pork, and fish. In this article, you…

Low testosterone (T) in men can lead to debilitating complaints that affect your mood, productivity and quality of life. If you’re affected, then your doctor may suggest testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) to quickly alleviate your symptoms. However, multiple factors will affect how fast you will improve. Examples include your age, lifestyle, comorbidities, dosage, and the form of TRT. Furthermore, there…

When it comes to hormonal therapies (HRT) there is a ton of conflicting information on whether “bioidentical” or “synthetic” products are the better options. Bioidentical indicates that the molecular structure of the hormone is indistinguishable from the one naturally produced in the human body. They are usually produced from natural sources. Synthetic is a term describing hormones produced from chemical…

High testosterone (T) is often associated with a deeper, manlier voice. That’s because the vocal cords are sensitive to the male sex hormone and higher testosterone leads to a lower pitch. For cisgender men whose natal sex and identity are both male, the physiological change in their voice occurs during puberty. That is the period when the natural T synthesis…