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427-Page Illustrated Book: Beyond Testosterone

Jul 28

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I am very pleased to announce that I finally finished my full color 427-page booK: Nelson Vergel's "Beyond Testosterone: The Illustrated Guide" and the associated free online resource at Excelmale.com serve as comprehensive guides to...

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What Really Happened at the FDA Menopause Panel

Jul 28

The FDA finally held a hearing on menopause—and it was long overdue. Georgie Kovacs breaks down the powerful expert testimony, the systemic failures, and why this matters for every woman navigating midlife care. In this grounded recap, you’ll...

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Top Facts You Need to Know Before Starting TRT

Jul 25

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Embarking on the path of Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) often evokes a blend of enthusiasm and concern among men. The allure of renewed vigor, heightened sexual desire, and robust muscle growth is enticing. However, there are a lot of...

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Prostate Cancer - Active Surveillance: Past, Present, and Future

Jul 25

* the truisms are that most men die with rather than of prostate cancer, if you live long enough almost all men will get a couple of cancer cells in the prostate Dr. Matthew Cooperberg takes us on a candid journey through Active...

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How to Lower High Hematocrit Caused by Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT)

Jul 23

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High Hematocrit Caused by Testosterone Replacement Therapy By Nelson Vergel, B.S.Ch.E., M.B.A. High hematocrit occurs when there is an excessive production of red blood cells. High hematocrit can cause the blood to become very viscous or...

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What is the Optimum TRT Dose for Muscle Growth? : Nelson Vergel Reviews the Data

Jul 22

Landmark Study Reveals How Different Testosterone Doses Affect Muscle, Fat, and Health Markers in Young Men A deep dive into one of the most influential studies on testosterone dosing reveals key takeaways for anyone interested in hormone...

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Understanding Testosterone Replacement Therapy and Managing Side Effects

Jul 22

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13 min summary podcast: Introduction Hello everybody, Nelson Vergel here with ExcelMail.com. ExcelMail.com is a four-year-old forum, online site, with more than 14,000 members. Some of them are doctors, pharmacists, dietitians, exercise...

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Pros & Cons of 10 Surgery Types for Enlarged Prostate (BPH) - Which is Best for you!?

Jul 21

Dr. Rena Malik, urologist and pelvic surgeon, provides an in-depth, evidence-based discussion on the wide range of surgical options for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate. The episode covers minimally invasive procedures...

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Optimizing Fat Loss and Muscle Preservation: Tirzepatide + Oxandrolone + TRT + Protein & Exercise

Jul 19

This article outlines a comprehensive strategy for optimizing fat loss and muscle preservation, primarily discussed within the context of an online forum dedicated to men's health, ExcelMale.com. The core of the strategy involves a multi-faceted...

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FDA Expert Panel on Menopause and HRT Recommends Removing Black Box Labels

Jul 19

This was a very important meeting with top experts that are trying to change guidelines. This FDA panel recently recommended removing the warning (“black box”) labels on menopausal HRT, citing potential benefits like reduced heart attack and bone...

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Managing Erectile Dysfunction & Heart Health

Jul 18

Dr. Dapo lluyomade * I think erectile dysfunction, we should really begin to think of erectile dysfunction as subclinical atherosclerosis until proven otherwise Is your patient’s sexual dysfunction an early indicator of serious...

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Can Certain Blood Pressure Medications Decrease Hematocrit?

Jul 17

ARBs, or Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers, are a class of medications primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). They also play a role in managing heart failure and protecting kidney function, particularly in patients with...

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TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038