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  1. Nelson Vergel

    Coffee-Dementia Link Continues to Unfurl

    Coffee and tea intake were associated with long-term cognitive changes in older adults, two prospective studies presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) suggested. Among 6,001 Health and Retirement Studyopens in a new tab or window participants in the U.S...
  2. Nelson Vergel

    Study Links Newer Shingles Vaccine to Delayed Dementia Diagnosis

    FROM NATURE MEDICINE Receipt of a newer recombinant version of a shingles vaccine is associated with a significant delay in dementia diagnosis in older adults, a new study suggests. "The study builds on previous observations of a reduction in dementia risk with the older live shingles vaccine...
  3. Nelson Vergel

    PTSD and Dementia Risk: A Potential Target for Early Intervention

    In a study consisting of more than 180,000 male veterans aged 55 and older, those diagnosed with PTSD had nearly 2-fold the risk of developing dementia syndromes such as Alzheimer disease, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy Body dementia, vascular dementia, and senile dementia compared to those...
  4. Vince

    Did Gonorrhea Give Us Grandparents?

    In a new study, published July 9, 2022 in Molecular Biology and Evolution, they focus on one of these mutated genes and attempt to trace its evolution ⁠— when and why it appeared in the human genome. The findings suggest selective pressure from infectious pathogens like gonorrhea may have...
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    Testosterone levels and Dementia in Men

    Interesting read - Low T a factor in Dementia in Men https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/testosterone-dementia-connection
  6. maxadvance

    Well, this can't be good, high dose aas >>>Dementia

    Supraphysiologic-dose anabolic-androgenic steroid use: a risk factor for dementia? Kaufman MJ1, Kanayama G2, Hudson JI2, Pope HG2. Author information Abstract Supraphysiologic-dose anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) use is associated with physiologic, cognitive, and brain abnormalities similar...
  7. Nelson Vergel

    Worried About Dementia? You Might Want to Check Your Blood Pressure

    "If you had a stroke, even a small stroke, your risk of dementia within the next two years was greatly magnified," he says. "So there's something about having a stroke that drives a lot of the processes that give rise to dementia." But high blood pressure also appears to increase a person's...
  8. Nelson Vergel

    Heavy Snoring, Sleep Apnoea May Signal Earlier Memory and Thinking Decline

    Source: DGNews Heavy Snoring, Sleep Apnoea May Signal Earlier Memory and Thinking Decline Tags: Dementia Sleep Apnoea MINNEAPOLIS -- April 15, 2015 -- Heavy snoring and sleep apnoea may be linked to memory and thinking decline at an earlier age, according to a study published in the April...
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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