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Sunlight & Testosterone: Why Levels Should Peak in the Summer

Sunlight & Testosterone: Why Levels Should Peak in the Summer

FromHigh Intensity Health with Mike Mutzel, MS


Sunlight & Testosterone: Why Levels Should Peak in the Summer

FromHigh Intensity Health with Mike Mutzel, MS

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Length:
17 minutes
Released:
Jun 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Studies show testosterone fluctuates seasonally, peaking in the summer months and declining in the winter.  Support hormonal health MYOXCIENCE Nutrition Alpha Male Stack and more: https://bit.ly/hormone-support Use code Podcast to save Link to Video, Notes: https://bit.ly/3NKCXs1 Key Takeaways:   02:35 Testosterone levels peak during August and September and decline in winter. 03:30 More sunlight and higher temperature correspond with higher testosterone. 05:15 Changes in melatonin byproducts impact testosterone. 06:05 Physical activity is a potent stimulus of testosterone production. 08:44 Chronic UV exposure, in animal models, increased levels of sex hormones and more sexual responsiveness in humans. 10:10 Tentacle tanning may work, but it needs study. 12:45 Lower disease risk and mortality in men is linked with higher testosterone. 13:00 Low fat diets decrease T in men. 14:40 Zinc, boron, vitamin D, and magnesium impact testosterone.
Released:
Jun 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Learn new science and insights about fat-loss, gut health and building muscle. Drawing on background knowledge of 11 years as a Functional Medicine Consultant, Mike's interviews practitioners, authors, scientists and influencers in the health and wellness space.