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Are Estrogen Levels in Men Increasing in Recent Decades Due to Environmental and Other Causes?

Thanks for all the good info
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- Post #8
- Jan 20, 2020
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Are Estrogen Levels in Men Increasing in Recent Decades Due to Environmental and Other Causes?

Thanks I edited the post. If the title isn't clear I will change it again.
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- Post #3
- Jan 19, 2020
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Are Estrogen Levels in Men Increasing in Recent Decades Due to Environmental and Other Causes?

We know that men in the modern age are bombarded with estrogens and estrogenic chemicals from every direction in food, water, medications, environment, and products. Which leads me to wonder: what is actually an acceptable testosterone and estrogen level for men? Testosterone levels have been...
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- Jan 19, 2020
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions

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