Social media widely promotes testosterone as an essential part of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT, also known as hormone replacement therapy or HRT) to treat low mood, brain fog and loss of vitality.

Three forms of testosterone are found in serum: sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG)-bound (60%-70% of total), albumin-bound (20%-30% of total), and free (1%-3% of total). SHBG-bound testosterone is ...

Testosterone is the quintessential male hormone (androgen), and it’s a busy one, helping to regulate intimate function, muscle mass, red blood cell count, mood, and more. But not all testosterone in ...

Testosterone, the primary sex hormone in men, plays a vital role in male reproductive development and function, as well as other functions like bone density and muscle mass. Testosterone levels ...

It is common for males to experience decreased testosterone levels as they age. However, certain foods and lifestyle changes may help boost these levels. Males often have a 1% to 2% reduction per year ...

Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt is a urologist and robotic surgeon with Orlando Health and an assistant professor at the University of Central Florida’s College of Medicine. You’re feeling unusually tired and ...

When testing for testosterone, your provider may measure total testosterone, free testosterone, or both. Total testosterone includes both bound and unbound hormone, while free testosterone reflects ...

Taylor Leamey wrote about all things wellness for CNET, specializing in mental health, sleep and nutrition coverage. She has invested hundreds of hours into studying and researching sleep and holds a ...