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Why testosterone levels are dropping at “alarming” rates

  • Testosterone levels are lower in modern younger people compared to older generations previously.
  • Exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals in everyday products could disrupt hormonal balances, though conclusive evidence in humans is lacking.
  • Changes in sociocultural norms and behaviors may influence testosterone levels temporarily, but do not seem to significantly impact long-term baseline levels.
  • Lifestyle factors like body fat, poor diet, lack of exercise, and insufficient sleep are strongly linked to lower testosterone levels.
  • Improvements in lifestyle habits can reverse the trend of decreasing testosterone levels more effectively than worrying about chemical exposures or sociocultural changes.
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