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Hypothyroidism: Facts, Interactions and Resources

Feb 05

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Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are two common thyroid disorders that can be detected through thyroid function tests. Hypothyroidism: Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough...

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Effect of Estradiol on Men's Libido

Feb 02

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Table of Contents Video: Increased Estradiol Improved Sex Drive in Men Estradiol in Men: Background Sex Steroids and the Male Libido Effect of Testosterone and Estradiol on Men's Libido: Low Estradiol and Fat Gain: Surprising Results High...

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Nandrolone (Deca Durabolin) Studies in Humans

Jan 30

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A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Nandrolone Decanoate in Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Men with Mild to Moderate Weight Loss with Recombinant Human Growth Hormone as Active Reference Treatment . by Storer, Thomas W; Woodhouse...

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What is a Normal Blood Level of Testosterone? What Do Guidelines Say?

Jan 30

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Normal values may vary from lab to lab depending on what reference range they use. Depending on the country, ranges are in nanograms per deciliter (usually in the United States) or nanomoles per liter (Europe and other countries). The conversion...

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Most Testosterone Booster Reviews on Amazon are Fake

Jan 28

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Testosterone Imposters: An Analysis of Popular Online Testosterone Boosting Supplements Abstract Introduction Testosterone-boosting supplements (T-Boosters) are prominently featured on Amazon.com, with numerous dedicated pages and claims that...

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Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG): Is It Good or Bad?

Jan 24

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Table of Contents SHBG and the Free Testosterone Relationship What Causes High SHBG? Other factors that can contribute to high SHBG include: Get Your Levels Checked: SHBG Test, Free & Total Testosterone Test How to Lower SHBG Levels: Very Low...

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How to Predict Estradiol and DHT at Different Testosterone Doses

Jan 24

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I was able to come up with a table using the predictive model equation derived from data in this study: The Effects of Injected Testosterone Dose and Age on the Conversion of Testosterone to Estradiol and Dihydrotestosterone in Young and Older...

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Does Testosterone Cause Prostate Cancer? Can Men Treated for Prostate Cancer Use TRT?

Jan 24

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This is an excerpt from my book Ensuring Prostate Health—No Link Found Between Androgen Levels and Risk for Prostate Cancer The prostate is a gland that is part of the male reproductive system. Its function is to store and secrete a slightly...

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Can Testosterone Replacement Affect Kidneys?

Jan 22

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Creatinine is a chemical waste product that's produced by your muscle metabolism and to a smaller extent by eating meat. Healthy kidneys filter creatinine and other waste products from your blood. The filtered waste products leave your body in...

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PT - 141 (Bremelanotide) for Improved Sex Drive (Libido) and Erections

Jan 20

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• Bremelanotide (PT 141) is a synthetic melanocortin compound • It is a ‘melanocortin receptor agonist’- activates melanocortin receptors in the body • ‘Melanocortins’ refer to a group of peptide hormones derived in the pituitary gland •...

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Where to Get Therapeutic Phlebotomies to Lower High Hematocrit in the U.S.

Jan 18

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Understanding Therapeutic Phlebotomies to Lower High Hematocrit What is High Hematocrit? High hematocrit occurs when your body produces an increased number of blood cells, leading to thicker, more "viscous" blood. This condition strains the...

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Pregnenolone for Men: What We Need to Know

Jan 16

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Pregnenolone for Men: An Insight into this Neurosteroid and Male Health Introduction Pregnenolone, a naturally occurring steroid in the human body, has recently become a focal point in medical research, particularly concerning its effects on...

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