hypogonadism; testosterone therapy; men'shealth

The Science of Optimizing Your Testosterone

Waiting on this one! One of the few giants in the field! In this episode, Dr. Abraham Morgentaler—an expert in urology and hormone health—helps unpack the biggest myths and misconceptions surrounding testosterone therapy for both men and women. He shares his pioneering research on...
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Why Men in their 20s and 30s Might Have Low Testosterone?
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- Sep 30, 2024
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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