I have my doubts that TRT will ever work for me. I have identified my issues. Testosterone increases iron uptake by inhibiting hepcidin and regulates iron absorption.
When hepcidin is suppressed, more iron is available for the body to use.
This is precisely my problem. I experience high iron symptoms on TRT eating foods with iron in it, and unless I'm on the verge of an iron deficiency, this is the only time feel normal for a brief time after a blood donation, regardless of the TRT dosage.
I also can’t tolerate vitamin D supplementation on TRT. Vitamin D affects iron bioavailability, further exacerbating the issue. I have no problems while off TRT and supplementing vitamin D, as long as it’s kept under 2000 units otherwise I will get symptoms of excess iron.
Maybe a peptide can increase my natural T production. It's only been 5 days since stopping Jatenzo and last night my testicles started arching. My HPTA is strong at coming back online even after 7 years on TRT.
I want to get myself into a fasting state most of the day eating one meal per day in the evening but also working out every day.
Maybe a protein shake with peanut butter in the morning?
Can I do this without causing any harm?