Testosterone
What is testosterone?
Testosterone is a hormone that is produced in testicles (for male) and ovaries (for female). It’s something that builds male characteristics—muscles, bone, deep voice, body hair. It also affects sex drive and mood.
Key functions
- It increases basal metabolic rate (BMR)
- Increases sexual drive (libido)
- Promotes sperm production and the growth of penis during puberty
- Better mood and confidence.
What if a male has low testosterone?
- Linked to depression, fatigue, and irritability (sensian)
- Erectile dysfunction
- Infertility
- Reduced muscle mass
But high testosterone can leads to:
- Acne
- Agression
- Prostate enlargement
- Muscle mass increase
- Faster body hair growth
- Deepening voice
Testosterone production
There are many factors that impact the production of testosterone:
- Sleep
- Diet
- Exercise
- Stress
- Zinc
- Vitamin D
Does woman have testosterone?
Yes, but only 5% to 10% of what men have.
Random facts
- Testosterone term came from “testicles” and “sterone” or steroid ketone.
- Bodybuilders can abuse the usage of steroids to significantly improve testosterone that leads to muscle growth, but it can affect fertility, heart issues, and liver damage.