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  1. Normal Total T, Low free T, Low E2

    I'm thinking that also, but here's the problem: how can T3 alone make me hyper when TSH is still >1.50, free T3 is only optimized if I take T3, and rT3 is still elevated (something I did not mention above and that is an indication of hypothyroidism)??? Without enough T3, free T3 drops, rT3...

  2. Normal Total T, Low free T, Low E2

    According to this chart, my Total & free T and SHBG are all within range for my age (54): Invalid Link Removed But doesn't that seem too low for free T?

  3. Normal Total T, Low free T, Low E2

    Since I make a fair amount of natural total T for my age (54), but can't get the benefits of it because my free T is likely bound by too much SHBG, the questions are: a) what's causing my SHBG to elevate? b) if the source cannot be determined or changed, what can be done to reduce SHBG in order...

  4. I failed a GH stimulation test!

    I recently failed the arginine stimulation test and am legitimately GH deficient. Results: Invalid Link Removed This explains why it's been hard recomp no matter how strict my diet and training. I urge all males >35 to get this test done: Invalid Link Removed They say it's rare and I almost...

  5. Any proof that Testofen works?

    Results in from taking Testofen @ 300mg 3x's/day for 3.5 mos.: Total T: 610 (up from 462 baseline; Free T: 8.4 (down from 9.0). Conclusion: even at this higher dose, Testofen failed to raise Free T, and whether the increase in Total T was due to it or daily fluctuation is unknown (since I've...

  6. BODY COMPOSITION & GENETICS

    Take a look at this recent post from another men's forum and tell me what you think. This guy looks like he tried everything, even TRT : "What I'm going to write defies common held beliefs about weight loss & body mass. In high school I lost lots of weight. I went from 170 lbs. to 117lbs. I...

  7. DHEA - WEIGHT GAIN?

    I started taking 50mg DHEA daily to raise my very low E2 a little over two mos. back. Previously I had been on 25mg EOD and had no noticeable issues. My last DHEA-S level was 200 (Nov. 2013). I changed little else in my diet, calories, or workout programs. Two mos. later, I notice having...

  8. Testosterone Replacement Therapy & Dangerous Blood Clots

    I take plenty of zinc as a good measure. Maca also. Have tried tribulus, longjack, you name it. Very unpredictable. I hate to see my TT if I didn't take the zinc or maca!

  9. Testosterone Replacement Therapy & Dangerous Blood Clots

    Meant I'm in the boat with others that have suffered a thrombotic event. I've already dx'd with hypopgonadism. Low normal TT or almost zero FT. Forget natural T boosters. They don't work.

  10. Testosterone Replacement Therapy & Dangerous Blood Clots

    There are those of us that cannot function without TRT and that have familial (genetic) and/or acquired thrombophilia (risk of clotting). I'm in this boat - had two idiopathic (unknown origin) thrombotic events but need to start TRT. I was not on TRT at the time. Currently not on any...

  11. STARTING TRT & HAVE SOME CONCERNS

    What was your pre-TRT levels for both free and total?? How long have you been on TRT and have you noticed and changes in your lipids, E2, blood pressure? Do you get regular phlebotomies? Any improvement in fat loss/muscle mass increase?

  12. STARTING TRT & HAVE SOME CONCERNS

    I can't even lose weight or fat even with those calories. Remember - I'm 53, only 5-7, 179 - and 50lbs is friggin fat! This is what happens when your hormones aren't optimized. If they were, like when I was 25, I could eat 2500 cals and get LEAN!

  13. STARTING TRT & HAVE SOME CONCERNS

    HERE'S ALL MY LABS OVER LAST 2.5 YEARS. AVG TT: 505 Invalid Link Removed Invalid Link Removed

  14. STARTING TRT & HAVE SOME CONCERNS

    Thanks for taking the time to respond. I am definitely hypothyroid as evidenced by labs and symptoms. I have been taking T3 for the last 3 years and recently added dessicated thyroid to see if it makes a difference. I do not smoke, drink, or use any drugs. I take supps for everything; to help...

  15. STARTING TRT & HAVE SOME CONCERNS

    I am about to embark on a TRT program through my physician. I am 53 and am in good health other than the following issues. I've discussed such with my physician, but he thinks most of these will resolve and not worsen with TRT as long as we monitor everything on a regular basis. My purpose...

  16. MINOR DISC BULGE - now what?

    Nope, they won't! GH and deca though apparently does have the ability to regrow collagen.

  17. MINOR DISC BULGE - now what?

    Unless it's due to advanced aging brought on by nutrient deficiencies.

  18. MINOR DISC BULGE - now what?

    Diet is clean, low carb, moderate to high protein, moderate to high fats, no processed food ever, all organic every day. I do IF & keto. Take many anti-inflammatory supps. I've done it all naturally.

  19. MINOR DISC BULGE - now what?

    Finished my first week of PT which is 3x's/week for 6 weeks. I also have shoulder impingement which is more painful than the lower back issue. I feel tendonitis/bursitis in my elbow joint as well. I actually feel worse now, especially when waking. Ortho doc has suggested getting cortisone shots...

  20. MINOR DISC BULGE - now what?

    Injured lower back after going too heavy on machine squats about a 2 years back, then injured it again last year, although the recovery time was half. In the last few weeks, I have been experiencing similar sharp pains even without any leg work. In fact, it is most painful after a night's...
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