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Best zinc to lower estrogen levels? Zinc picolinate?

Hi everyone, In the past, I used to supplement with zinc nitrate. However, I recently heard that zinc picolinate may be better while being on TRT. Would you guys recommend zinc picolinate over zinc nitrate to lower estrogen levels? My estrogen is not too high at the moment, but my dr recently...
- jmjmjm
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- Feb 13, 2021
- estrogen zinc supplements
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- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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Zinc supplementation and MRI exam with contrast dye

Zinc supplementation is popular with men including many on TRT . Those who have an MRI planned which includes the use of a contrast dye may wish to stop taking the zinc in advance of the exam. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4879157/ Patients are told the dye is safe because the...
- Re-Ride
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- Apr 14, 2017
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- Forum: Nutrition and Supplements
Zinc Supplements Can Lower Good (HDL) Cholesterol

Effects of zinc on plasma lipoprotein cholesterol concentrations in humans: A meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials Abstract Background Studies in humans and animals suggest that zinc has the potential to affect lipoprotein metabolism and hence impact cardiovascular disease risk...
- Nelson Vergel
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- May 26, 2015
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- Forum: Nutrition and Supplements

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