Fantastic post by Malcolm Kendrick cutting through the noise and bs.
The third will be the one you're not expecting.
- Do not smoke
- Exercise
- Get more sun
"...avoidance of sun exposure is a risk factor for death of a similar magnitude as smoking. Compared to the highest sun exposure group...
http://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(17)32252-3/fulltext
Associations of fats and carbohydrate intake with cardiovascular disease and mortality in 18 countries from five continents (PURE): a prospective cohort study
[h=3]Findings[/b]During follow-up, we documented 5796...
http://davidgillespie.org/stop-it-or-youll-go-blind/
Excerpt:
Researchers have consistently found that people with macular degeneration have abnormally low levels of Omega-3 fatty acids in their retina. This has inspired many studies which look at the dietary fat breakdown of the...
Very interesting compound that apparently is all the rage right now among the rich and youth-obsessed of silicon valley.
Some links:
chriskresser.com/the-keys-to-longevity-with-peter-attia/
roguehealthandfitness.com/rapamycin-anti-aging-medicine-an-interview-with-alan-s-green-m-d
And...
β-Aminoisobutyric Acid Induces Browning of White Fat and Hepatic β-Oxidation and Is Inversely Correlated with Cardiometabolic Risk Factors
Blog post with more info:
BAIBA: excellent weight maintenance supplement
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
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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.
