Testosterone

Men who are experiencing the symptoms of Low T often ask whether drinking alcohol could be contributing to their problem. If you’re enjoying the occasional beer after work or while watching the game, that amount of alcohol is unlikely to decrease your testosterone levels to a symptomatic level. However, it’s no secret that drinking too…

If you’re a man who’s looking to improve your overall health, you probably worry about your weight and appearance—muscle mass is more attractive to many than a beer gut. There’s more you should know about the muscle mass and testosterone dynamic. Increased muscle mass, fueled by testosterone, provides a plethora of health benefits beyond an…

Does running boost testosterone levels? Let’s look at the facts to answer that important question. Fact 1: Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise around, and it has myriad health benefits. Fact 2: Strenuous exercise is known to be beneficial to those who have low testosterone, especially those hovering just beneath the…

Rumors relating cardiovascular health concerns to testosterone continue to swirl in media and marketing in spite of new research trends. Current and methodologically sound research indicates that low testosterone levels are associated with the dangers of poor cardiovascular health. This contrasts sharply with Initial research, which prematurely concluded that supplementary testosterone would increase the likelihood…

Fatty liver disease (FLD), also called hepatic steatosis, is a chronic buildup of excess fat in the liver that affects more than 3 million people in the U.S. every year. The most common cause is the routine overconsumption of alcohol—AFLD (alcoholic fatty liver disease). However, many people are surprised because their doctor diagnoses them with…

Are you experiencing the symptoms of low testosterone despite lab results that show a healthy total testosterone level? You’re not alone. Men are often told that their levels are perfectly normal, yet they don’t feel well. The truth is that diagnosing and confirming low testosterone is a complicated endeavor. It requires thorough lab testing and…

The rumor that Testosterone replacement Therapy (TRT) increases the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) events, which include heart attacks and strokes, continues to be repeated as though it were a fact. If you’re concerned about a connection between TRT and heart attacks, 2 facts you need to know are: The 2 studies most often used…

Low testosterone diagnoses and prescriptions for supplemental testosterone have risen steadily in recent years. In response to that trend, consumers, the health industry, and medical researchers all have looked to lifestyle changes as potential treatment measures, including healthier diets and better exercise routines. It’s important to consider how your overall health affects your hormone levels,…

Chronic insufficient sleep is a serious health risk common to most modern societies, and America is no exception. In fact, Americans sleep nearly two hours less than they did 100 years ago, and approximately 33% of those employed report sleeping less than six hours each night. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…