aa suplementation/inflammation and exercise

Arachidonic acid supplementation transiently augments the acute inflammatory response to resistance exercise in trained men

In conclusion, dietary supplementation with 1.5 g/day ARA for 4 wk resulted in greater acute inflammatory responses to an acute bout of resistance exercise in previously trained young healthy men. The effects of ARA on exercise-induced inflammation were transient, however, and had fully resolved...
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- Oct 19, 2018
- aa suplementation/inflammation and exercise
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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