Overview
What is low testosterone?
What are the main signs and symptoms of low testosterone?
How is low testosterone diagnosed?
What are some of the main medical treatments for low testosterone?
Have any supplements been studied for low testosterone?
How could diet affect low testosterone?
Are there any other treatments for low testosterone?
What causes low testosterone?
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Exogenous testosterone and/or vitamin D for improving physical function in hypogonadal older men
In this randomized controlled trial, daily application of transdermal testosterone gel increased appendicular lean mass and gait speed in older men with low testosterone, whereas monthly vitamin D supplementation did not have an effect on these outcomes.
Could testosterone therapy actually increase the risk of bone fractures in men?
Unripe black raspberry extract for late-onset hypogonadism
Longjack extract for increasing testosterone
Ashwaganda, sexual health, and testosterone
Frequently asked questions
What are the different metrics used to assess testosterone levels?
Can testosterone boosters bring my testosterone back to normal?
Can creatine increase your testosterone levels?
Does ashwagandha increase testosterone?
Will exercise increase my testosterone levels?
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