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Welcome to ExcelMale.com — the most trusted, expert-moderated community for men seeking evidence-based guidance on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), hormone optimization, and total wellness. Since 2010, we've helped thousands of men take control of their health.

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Navigating testosterone replacement therapy and hormone health can be overwhelming. Conflicting information, outdated medical advice, and unqualified opinions flood the internet. ExcelMale.com was created to cut through the noise — providing a rigorously moderated space where men share real experiences, backed by clinical research and guided by genuine expertise.

Whether you're exploring TRT for the first time, optimizing your current protocol, managing side effects like elevated hematocrit or estradiol, or seeking to preserve fertility with HCG therapy, our community offers the knowledge and support you need. We discuss everything from injection frequency and bloodwork interpretation to lifestyle factors that affect testosterone levels.

"I founded ExcelMale after decades of personal experience with hormone optimization and seeing how difficult it was for men to find reliable, science-based information. Every man deserves access to knowledge that can transform his quality of life."

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Nelson Vergel brings over 20 years of clinical research experience, having worked with major pharmaceutical companies and authored definitive guides on testosterone therapy. As founder of DiscountedLabs.com and a recognized expert in men's health advocacy, Nelson ensures every discussion on ExcelMale meets the highest standards of accuracy and usefulness.

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Allison Woodworth (from PrimeBody.com) explains the main symptoms, diagnosis tests and therapies to treat low thyroid function.

Webinar: Will Brink Speaks About Creatine, Whey and Bomb Proof Coffee

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Will Brink speaks about creatine, whey and bomb proof coffee. His website is BrinkZone.com
Interview with Nelson Vergel by Performance Health Podcast in Australia
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To kick off 2016 with a bang, episode 30 of the Icon Performance Health Podcast presents men's health activist Nelson Vergel. Tom and I talk to Nelson about a significant issue that exists in society today; modern man's battle with healthy...

Webinar on Clomid, Anastrozole, HCG, DHEA, finasteride syndrome and much more

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Testosterone book authors Dr John Crisler, Nelson Vergel and Jay Campbell discuss their views and asnwer questions on clomid (clomiphene), estradiol management with anastrozole, HCG for fertility and libido, how to treat finasteride syndrome, new...
How can we predict efficacy of HCG plus testosterone on sperm production?
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TRT decreases the amount of intratesticular testosterone (ITT) needed for proper sperm production. This confusing fact may be due to the shut down of LH and FSH caused by the negative feedback loop in the hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular axis...
Total and Free Testosterone Test $29 Limited Time Offer
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I hope you take advantage of this one time offer! http://www.discountedlabs.com/testosterone-free-total/

Webcast : Doctors Speak About Men's Health Issues

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Here is the video. I hope you guys like it. Some sound issues (we are planning to use another platform next time since Google hangouts is not a perfect one). 90 minutes of information!

How to Use ExcelMale.com For Your Maximum Benefit

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Welcome to ExcelMale.com. This brief (4.5 minutes) video will make it easy for you to maximize the benefits of ExcelMale.com by showing you the site's capabilities. Do not hesitate to ask questions you may have after finishing this video...

Why Use DiscountedLabs.com and How it Works?

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This video list the main facts and advantages of using www.DiscountedLabs.com to order blood tests online. I founded this company to make it easier for people to take charge of their health without breaking the bank. How prices...

Video: Truth and Lies About Fat Loss Supplements

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Today's google hangout with Jerry Brainum was a great success. I bet that anyone that watches this video will learn things they have never read before anywhere else about fat loss supplements. Take the time to watch it ! Here is...

Video: How to Inject Trimix

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Trimix is a mixture of two prostaglandins (phentolamine and alprostadil) plus papaverine (a vasodilator medication) that increase blood flow to the penis and cause strong and lasting erections, with or without sexual stimulation. These compounds...

Webcast Video: Estradiol Management in Men- Facts and Controversies

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Here is the video of the google hangout (webcast) we held on July 22, 2015 to discuss what we know about how to manage estradiol, misconceptions about anastrozole and estradiol testing, and other key aspects in testosterone replacement therapy...
TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

TRT Hormone Predictor

Predict estradiol, DHT, and free testosterone levels based on total testosterone

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

This tool provides predictions based on statistical models and should NOT replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your TRT protocol.

ℹ️ Input Parameters

Normal range: 300-1000 ng/dL

Predicted Hormone Levels

Enter your total testosterone value to see predictions

Results will appear here after calculation

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

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