Nelson Vergel

Founder, Excel Male Forum
Author: Books

Retatrutide: The Next Generation Triple Agonist Transforming Weight Management

Jan 06

Could a single weekly injection deliver unprecedented weight loss while preserving muscle mass and improving cardiovascular health? For men on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) struggling with stubborn body fat despite optimized hormone...

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hCG Plus TRT Testicular & Fertility Restoration Protocol

Jan 05

This document synthesizes key findings on the use of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) in men, either as an adjunct to Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) or as a standalone monotherapy. By mimicking the body's Luteinizing Hormone (LH), hCG...

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5 Surprising Truths About Protein and Muscle Growth That Science Just Confirmed

Jan 04

If you've ever tried to figure out the right way to use protein for muscle growth, you've likely been buried under an avalanche of conflicting advice. From gym bro-science and supplement marketing to well-meaning but outdated tips, the noise can...

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Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG): The Complete Guide for Men on TRT

Jan 02

By Nelson Vergel | ExcelMale.com | Updated December 2025 When evaluating testosterone levels, most men focus exclusively on total testosterone—a single number that tells only part of the story. What many don't realize is that a protein called...

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Subcutaneous Testosterone Injections: The Complete Guide for Men on TRT

Jan 02

Are you tired of painful intramuscular injections and wondering if there's a more comfortable way to administer your testosterone replacement therapy? For decades, intramuscular (IM) injections have been the standard method for testosterone...

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Anastrozole for Men: The Complete Evidence-Based Guide for Testosterone Therapy

Dec 31

By Nelson Vergel | ExcelMale.com | Updated December 2025 Introduction Should you take an aromatase inhibitor with testosterone replacement therapy? This question has sparked considerable debate in men's health circles, with some clinics routinely...

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It's Not Just Low T: 5 Surprising Reasons Your Sex Drive Is Low

Dec 30

The Libido Misconception For most men, a lagging sex drive triggers an immediate, single-minded thought: "It must be my testosterone." While T is a key player in male vitality, this assumption often misses the mark entirely. Libido is far more...

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Oral Testosterone Therapy: A Complete Guide to Jatenzo, Tlando, Kyzatrex, and Emerging Options

Dec 29

By Nelson Vergel | ExcelMale.com | Updated December 2025 Summary: This comprehensive guide examines the development of FDA-approved oral testosterone products—Jatenzo, Tlando, and Kyzatrex—which overcome the liver toxicity problems of earlier...

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Sexual Function on TRT: Why Testosterone Alone May Not Be Enough for Erectile Function

Dec 29

Many men begin testosterone replacement therapy expecting their sexual function to improve across the board—better libido, stronger erections, enhanced satisfaction. And while TRT often delivers significant benefits for desire and overall sexual...

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Testosterone and Your Heart: What a Major New Study Really Found

Dec 29

Summary: The TRAVERSE trial, a landmark FDA-mandated study involving over 5,200 men, has definitively concluded that testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) does not increase the risk of major cardiovascular events like heart attacks, strokes, or...

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TRT and GLP-1 Medications: What Men Need to Know About Combining Testosterone Therapy with Semaglutide and Tirzepatide

Dec 28

SUMMARY: This comprehensive article examines the combination of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) with GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide for men managing both low testosterone and obesity or type 2 diabetes. Research...

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Fewer than half of HIV+ men found to have low testosterone are treated with TRT

Dec 20

This nationwide study examines the prevalence of testosterone deficiency and the subsequent use of replacement therapy among men living with HIV. By analyzing data from over 100 million patients, researchers discovered that healthcare providers...

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