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Great articles and discussion on terminology ("anabolic steroids" don't really exist)

https://forums.t-nation.com/t/what-is-trt-and-what-is-not-trt/269828/807 https://forums.t-nation.com/t/what-is-trt-and-what-is-not-trt/269828/811 https://forums.t-nation.com/t/what-is-trt-and-what-is-not-trt/269828/777 No such thing as anabolic steroids or AAS. Technically correct term is...
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- Feb 28, 2023
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- Forum: Clinical Use of Anabolics and Hormones
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Drink Coke for fuller testicles?

Mouse or Man? CARBONATED BEVERAGES AFFECT LEVELS OF ANDROGEN RECEPTOR AND TESTOSTERONE SECRETION IN MICE
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- Feb 22, 2023
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- Forum: Testosterone and Men's Health Articles
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Revisiting the digit ratio (2D:4D) and TRT

Is the digit ratio an indicator to personal optimal testosterone level? So, I have the unfortunate higher digit ratio, meaning I had reduced prenatal androgen exposure. A blessing when it comes to BPH and a curse when it comes to everything else. At the end of the day, does it have any...
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- Jan 5, 2022
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Are Accutane Side Effects Related to Similarities in Androgen Molecules?

I copied these molecular formulas from PropeciaHelp. Accutane is one of the medicines that has long lasting side effects similar to low T, persistent after discontinuing the medication. Similar side effects and persistent nature brings these accurate victims to PH. Notice how isotretinoin...
- Vvs1
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- Apr 4, 2020
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- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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DIM - Anti-androgen Clarification

I understand DIM helps with estrogen metabolism and balancing the good and bad estrogens, but can we somehow clarify the studies that say DIM is a potent anti-androgen? Supposedly it binds to androgen receptors interfering with testosterone. Can anyone comment on this? I’ve taken 200 mg a day...
- TorontoTRT
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- Jul 29, 2019
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- Forum: Nutrition and Supplements
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Possible Role of Androgen Receptor in Various Cancers (not just prostate)

Have you seen this study Androgen receptors beyond prostate cancer: an old marker as a new target Javier Munoz, Jennifer J. Wheler, and Razelle Kurzrock Abstract Androgen receptors (ARs) play a critical role in the development of prostate cancer. Targeting ARs results in important salutary...
- MikeXL
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- Jan 17, 2017
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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