Is there anything I can do for low testosterone that won't fuck up my endocrine system for life? Like lifestyle changes or supplementation?

The_BitterTruth · 2017-01-04T14:03:31+00:00

Alright man this is actually some real shit you can do about your testosterone levels. There isn't much you can do besides what I'm telling you. 1. Have good genetics 2. Lift heavy - compound lifts max at 8-10 reps (don't forget the legs!). 3. Eat clean - lot's of red meats. Stay away from Caspian (soy?) protein. Also try to cut as much sugar from your diet as possible 4. Loose weight 5. Flirt with more women, do competitive sports, win at something

Good luck man. Do the work.

help_droppings · 2017-01-04T19:52:44+00:00

TRT works. Do it. You won't regret it.

Make sure HCG is included. Helps keep natural T production, but not 100%.

quicklogaccount · 2017-01-04T18:44:00+00:00

Why don't people suggest DAA? Buy yourself some d-aspartic acid.

To correct the wrong impression people might be giving here, meat should be balanced, overdoing it won't help. Dairy may or may not have testosterone binders, but it does cause inflammation if you abuse it, so, don't.

If you want to be nerdy, avoid foods stored in plastic too. Estrogen like substances.

Obviously, sleep well, eat well, see a doctor and the rest of stuff people told you here.

Redpilltriad2 · 2017-01-04T13:36:59+00:00

Your systems pretty much shut down now bro Free pass use it

Casanova-Quinn · 2017-01-04T17:05:40+00:00

The Basics: 1. Get enough sleep. Everything is easier when you're well rested. 2. Eat healthy. Lose weight if you're overweight. 3. Lift regularly. Lift heavy. 4. Reduce stress in your life. Meditate if needed.

dendsm111 · 2017-01-04T19:50:37+00:00

Get some sleep, eat well and train. Get checked again. If your levels haven't changed get on TRT. There is no reason to feel like shit the rest of your life.

Lice138 · 2017-01-04T21:00:40+00:00

I would take the TRT, if your T levels are that of an 80 year old man it sounds like your body has already stopped producing it on its own.

Kind of like. I need insulin but Im afraid to take it because if I take insulin I will have to take insulin.

Aaren_Augustine · 2017-01-04T13:43:00+00:00

StrongLifts 5x5 Lifting routine. Look up Alan Thrall on YouTube for proper squat technique.

[deleted] · 2017-01-04T17:13:23+00:00

Roids and heavy squats.

uwotm891 · 2017-01-04T19:26:34+00:00

Try low dose clomid therapy for 3 months

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/22951175/

randarrow · 2017-01-04T19:45:28+00:00

Sorry man. Broscience advice here, supposedly chopping wood helps.

ronsoness · 2017-01-04T21:45:00+00:00

You should try 3 months of trying your hardest to get your lifts up, diet right, and clear the major issues from your life (e.g. depression, no job ). Then measure to see if it's at a more raesonable level. But yeah, that is a very low level at your age, so you might have to TRT if none of your actions have a significant impact. I thought I had low-ish T and I was around 415 at 31.

Moonboots606 · 2017-04-07T06:07:02+00:00

There are great supplements out there that have clinically shown increases in test levels in men with hypogonadism. Two are fenugreek and ashwiganda. Relatively inexpensive and minimal to no potential side effects. For men with normal testosterone, these may not have any enhanced effect. Additionally, zinc, Vitamins A, D and E can also be beneficial. But typically, proper diet of fats and protein combined with a weight lifting exercise routine (min 3 days/week) should improve test levels. If not, modern therapies include HCG injections or testosterone replacement.

wallpunchist · 2017-01-04T13:45:16+00:00

Way I see it and way I'm going to do it myself (same problem, though my total is bit below 400-ish):

Get into TRT as soon as possible, T injections or whatever, yes they will stop your body from producing T, but only temporarily
Start lifting like crazy, eating healthy and reduce stress to near-zero, also get 8 hours of rest
Start living an enjoyable life
Lay off absolutely ALL porn and masturbation, only sex from now on, and don't orgasm daily; no sources on that, but you're supposed to orgasm every (Age - 7)/4 days
Get into more extreme activities, keep your adrenaline up
After some time you can try getting off TRT and see how your T levels behave, keep up all the other good work
After TRT you can also try more experimental treatments, like FSH injections (yes, you will be injecting yourself with preggo girls' pee) which is supposed to raise your natural T production

FvckYourSafeSpace · 2017-01-04T18:39:43+00:00

just get on TRT dude. it is easy. you inject 2x a week with a small 31g needle, it is easy and you will feel a lot different. my levels were around that before I got on, completely changed my life.

docmongre · 2017-01-04T18:16:24+00:00

Stay away from Endocrine Disruptors. It's likely that's the cause. They are rampant in products like shampoos and it's likely GMO food using Monsanto's Round-up is the cause of a lot of your issues. Don't believe me. Do your own research.

Cue the shills:

2comment · 2017-01-04T18:25:24+00:00

I see advice here for lots of meat and dairy. People are scared of a few phytoestrogens in soy, but don't mind that cows are pumped full of estrogen to get bigger. Vegans have like 13% higher testerone than omnivores, I'll leave it at that. If you have weak erections, it could be one of the first warning signs of atherosclerosis and this solution will also address that.

You can also gain lean muscle mass and lose weight.

Be aware of supplementation if you're simply in the lower end of the still normal range, much higher testoterone will lead to earlier balding and outside testerone will become a crutch for your body to lean on for life.

Is there anything I can do for low testosterone that won't fuck up my endocrine system for life? Like lifestyle changes or supplementation?

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Title	Is there anything I can do for low testosterone that won't fuck up my endocrine system for life? Like lifestyle changes or supplementation?
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