Low Carb Diet Destroys Testosterone? New Research! | Educational Video | Biolayne

[@omarmacias8709]

I usually do not comment, but given that you actually help us laymen to understand research methodology, I am absolutely doing it. Thanks!

[@charlesmuller120]

Great objective vibe you brought! Never seen you and now subbed! I had a bout with low libido a few months ago and want to share my story and thoughts. Been doing low carb, keto sometimes dirty keto for 2.5 years. I also consistently IF basically from 930ish pm(my nightly whey protein shake mixed with a few nuts and about 1/2 cup of breyers low carb ice cream. Gotta have my chocolate fix!) till between 12-3 when I break my fast alternating days with 3 strips of bacon and 4 pasture raised eggs with avacados and the next day a can of sardines, and mixed nuts of cashews, macademia nuts, pistachios, pecans, and walnuts. The evening meal between 6-8 is usually something like salmon, steak, hamburger, pork chops, chicken with cruciferous veggies: broccolli, Cauliflower or asparagus baked in olive oil and spice. I also do some HIIT workouts 2-3x/wk with pushups, pullups, dips, dumbell benches and overhead presses. So my T levels felt great(along with my libido) for awhile on my diet/exercise regiment and then i increased my intensity and increased my fasting length and noticed my libido dropped. I was hell bent on finding out WTF was wrong and found some some threads online of men in similar situations and also saw some research about your SHBG(sex hormone binding globulin) increasing with low carb/IF/intense exercise. I started taking boron and Tongkat(supposed to act as aromatose inhibiter freeing up more T that SHBG won't bind to). I went and had my T tested before taking the tongkat and it tested 790 with freet T of 16. I'm 57. I'm currently stacking 1/2 tspn of argenine and 1/4 tspn tongkat(bulk supplement brand) and my libido is back like a 30 year old and I feel like a million bucks! I continue to tweak my diet/exercise and overall wellness regiment always looking for optimal health but not being a perfectionist. I was a high school health teacher for 30 years(not that it matters...). I have added a few more carbs especially on workout days. The benefits of fasting and lower carbs especially the simple carbs has made a world of difference to me besides just losing fat weight. I have so much more energy, clear headedness, mood stability, much lower inflammation, better skin, no more athlete's foot or toenail fungus. I'll never go back to the SAD diet(standard American Diet) I still have cheat meals of pizza etc and drink some beer here and there, but my body will transition back to ketone burning quick with a good fast/low carb menu the next day. It does take your mitchondria a good 3-4 months to change(I did disagree with your one statement saying that you didn't think it took that long). I tell people who want to change to low carb/keto that you must be super strict for the first 6 months and then, as long as you exercise, that you can cheto on keto! Hope this helps someone.

[@mythosEthosLOGOS25155]

Yeah that was good info . Thx 🙏 gl on your journey. Stay aging youthfully !

[@breaking3837]

❤

[@paulkelly6726]

Hello Charles, I went through the exact scenario too. I was low/zero carb, high fat with some intermittent fasting thrown in, and was feeling amazing (strong, lean). Then I crashed and had symptoms of low t (weak, irritated, lack of libido, brain fog etc) my total T was above average, but free t was in the gutter due to elevated SHBG, I've added more carbs and cut my fasting down, and all symptoms have subsided. Feeling good, I'd say my carbs are moderate now, I'm 44 years old. Thanks Paul

[@jeffthomas6105]

Appreciate the information and non biased approach to this. I think some of us get introduced to nutritional information through starting a low carb diet or keto diet because it’s so popular. The more I learn about nutrition the more I want to learn. I’ve maintained my goal weight for about 10 months and now I want to add some muscle. At 57 years old my goals are simply to be healthy and not become frail.

[@alphacause]

Many health and fitness channels claim to be fair and balanced. You are one of the few health and fitness channels where I can actually believe this claim. Your nuanced analysis here is the way a truly undogmatic person would behave. Kudos to you.

[@Dancambra06]

I'm in the process of preparing to change careers and enter the fitness industry as a CPT. You have been highly recommended as an expert to learn from and I am grateful for the recommendation. I look forward to your video lessons.

[@billywolf5958]

Um wtf are you talking about this guy has no idea what he’s talking about 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@YTStopCensoringFreedomOfspeech]

Layne ignores all the keto research showing higher levels of testosterone. He hates it because he takes gear himself to get high testosterone. He has a obvious bias.

[@AnimalGS]

FOR THE ALGORITHM! (sounds like a warcry)

[@jayrezvani3821]

The Algorithm is dead. Long live the Algorithm.

[@torstialbertti]

Same same

[@OrsoRaggiante]

Algorithms suck!

[@AtomicSea]

FOR THE HORDEGORITHM!

[@DevPatel-if2jj]

For the algorithmmmm

[@ladagson9257]

The fact that Layne is secure enough to say "I don't know" makes me respect him even more.

[@Metarig]

when it comes to meat vs veggies he doesn't look much humble and unbiased and starts misinforming you

[@Michael.Reilly]

@@Metarig What has he said that is misinformation?

[@Metarig]

@@Michael.Reilly sugar (carb) is bad for you in any form and shape and anyone who says otherwise is misinforming you

[@esch4920]

@@Michael.Reilly almost everything hé say's is..

[@Michael.Reilly]

@@esch4920 including..?

[@ConstrutoraMarfisa]

Dr. Layne, first of all, I would like to thank you for your work. By just watching your content on KZbin, I could significantly improve my diet, which indeed used not to be so bad, but it tended toward extremes time and again, either by consuming many calories or by restricting a lot of them. Now I feel more in control and a lot more free, for I can track the calories and, more importantly, the proteins in my diet. I think I was starving for the lack of protein. God bless you.

[@christinefoxfitness3092]

Yay you made a post on this one I sent you! Thanks Layne!

[@SandritaMamacita]

I always look forward to your videos. I’m a newly certified PT so this is very informative! 🔥

[@bjornchh]

A point to take into consideration is the metabolic type, which Dr William D. Kelley promoted 60 years ago. He saw people as having three ways they preferred to digest their food, and according to which of those three (meat-based, plant-based or mixed) you belonged to, eat accordingly.

[@yaboicoach]

One of the few channels with great, accurate information and im actually getting smarter watching! I tried dozens of diets trying to find some advantage with manipulation of macros or caloric intake variations and in the end a balanced diet, mostly even split of macros (in calories) is easiest for me to adhere to. When i neglect one, thats when the cravings start lol. Great explanation Layne!

[@lennydaiglejr3094]

Low carb tends to drive up SHBG, sex hormone binding globulin; this drives down free testosterone; I’m surprised this wasn’t addressed. People on long term low carb/ keto/carnivore diets frequently have normal to high total testosterone but tanked free , useful, testosterone

[@KPSX1]

FAT FOR Testosterone.

[@highvolckage8306]

Take boron supplement to lower SHBG

[@joshuawilliams6866]

I’ll be sure to read the full study, very interesting. As always great video!!

[@H.E.M.]

I been doing keto. Pros, fat loss, I can eat whatever whenever and I’m ripped right now and I don’t feel terrible unlike when I used to cut for the summer when I used to body build. Cons Insomnia, I smell worse, constipation, and I’m pretty asexual. I’m gonna add in some carbs because I was so busy with losing fat that I realized I haven’t had a hard one for longer than a few seconds before I get distracted. Gonna check my T levels soon before I do add in the carbs to make sure it isn’t the my chronic THC use, or if it’s post finasteride syndrome.

[@danielmcnulty7799]

So a higher carb diet means a higher drive ?

[@Anthony-dy5cq]

You're losing hair?

[@adom9463]

For the algorithm, but I also really appreciate the truth and balanced take on things. You tell the truth without attacking low carb because of a minor downside. I'm not a fan of low carb but it's refreshing to not hear "never do this" or "always do this." One of the only channels I can find that with and I almost always come to your channel to see if you go over some studies I hear elsewhere.

[@jeremiahkauffman5770]

Good man layne! Thanks for the many years of hard work.

[@sincereexistentialist4100]

Theses educational videos are an absolute gift, Layne! I truely appreciate all the work, and knowledge you put out over the years, I’ve learnt a lot. It’s immeasurably admirable and informative content that never disappoints. We’re always anticipating the next video. Stay safe, brother. Stay anti-bullS*it

[@esch4920]

Mmm. Anti bulshit? This guy is the king of bullshit.

[@Macgee826]

​@@esch4920he does sound very convincing though most of them do 😂

[@esch4920]

@@Macgee826 confidence helps... and most People are idiots.

[@Macgee826]

@@esch4920 it's hard to read the amount of validating comments he gets ,I think I need to stop it lol

[@DaGamerDad]

3:52 - Listen and you'll hear their conclusions. It appears the closer your low carb diet is to Keto, the less and less you'll see your testosterone decrease. Did they compare this with high carb diets?

[@AbuMaxime]

If someone is 35% calories from proteins and 35% calories from carbs, he is indeed low fat, which in turn affects testosterone. That said, Paul Saladino cited low testosterone as a reason to reincorporate fruits and honey in his carnivore diet (which resolved the issue). Robert Ciwes points at insuline suppression effects of long term keto diets on testosterone, and advocates a regular intake of some minimal carb to spike insuline once in a while.

[@ads94116]

how the fuck 30%of fat is "low fat"???????????

[@AbuMaxime]

​@ads94116 30% in terms of total calories consumed (not mass) is indeed low fat. If you do a low carb diet, you should be about 65% calories from fat, 30% from proteins, and 5% from carbs. Again, it's in calories term, not mass.

[@believeinjesus8300]

Underrated channel!

[@Abraham_Kist-Okazaki]

I think part of the takeaway should also be that we should be careful to not dial down the fat intake too low during fat-loss diets.

[@asinamirror444]

Appreciate the honest look

[@XXX-jx5nu]

You simply have to choose between two types of energy, either carbohydrates or fats, but if the protein is significantly higher than the carbohydrates and fats, it will raise your cortisol and lower your testosterone levels.

[@jasonsalt524]

I am 27, been on a high protein / low carb diet for quite a while. I recently went for blood work to check my test levels. All I can say.. Is my test is low as hell! I was shocked.

[@Koolsounds1]

Your levels are like a little girl😂 🎉

[@KPSX1]

Low Testosterone?

[@Insight-music]

Eat them sweet potatoes

[@shans4167]

Same with me!!!

[@igorpipuk7754]

Typical for ketolards

[@TeamYouphoric]

Sadly, doesn't destroy it enough to qualify for TRT.

[@adamf386]

Why would you want to be on TRT if you don’t need it? If a legit doctor is prescribing it, your test levels are gonna stay in the natty range anyways.

[@keovezo]

@@adamf386 I think he's being facetious

[@adamf386]

@@keovezo, lol ahhh

[@TeamYouphoric]

@@adamf386 it was a joke.

[@TeamYouphoric]

@@keovezo 💯🤘

[@sahdevsinghrathore2384]

This effect is almost identical to Physique competitors where in the peak month(Cutting Phase) studies have shown lower level of testosterone vs initial prep Phase.

[@realmonsterlee]

As a keto camper and a runner I can tell that after hitting more than 15k three days a week in moderate pace my testosterone crashed, even doing weight lifting my test was really bad, so, I had to tweak from 10% of carbs to 25% Some will say "that's not keto anymore" But after years on a very low carb diet I don't produce any significant amounts of ketones (blood tested) So,,, guess ketosis doesn't matter anymore for me. What I do now: I keep it low carb, lots of fat and meat every day but once a week I eat just whatever I find, honey, fruits, cereal, bread, donuts, 🍩 don't just call it a cheat day, it's a strategy, that's it. Let's face it, no matter how adapted we get to fats,,, high performance demands resources,

[@Alecks_Martyn]

Studies leave a lot of wiggle room, because we don’t know the ages of the men, were they training, not training, how was their sleep etc. some people do well on low carbs others don’t, just find what works for you!

[@masteringmastery8171]

Facts

[@michaelreichert9059]

exactly simple changes like other fat and protein sources can have a bigger impact that thought.

[@stoolie]

Omg i just read the article talking abt the research! Thanks for the video!

[@learnerlove6853]

Dude you’re one of the best in this field. Mad respect

[@scottyg5403]

Another excellent video! You seem to be very good at educating and definitely have helped me with great info!Thanks

[@beckamodeo9045]

I appreciate the free information! For the algorithm

[@Lucosp]

I love the motivacional Layne! 💪🏻❤️

[@nikolaykaufman1399]

Thank you Lane for all the work and value!

[@kylespear2401]

Do your own blood work and find out what works for you. Cutting carbs and / or intermittent fasting both crash my T and send SHBG through the roof, even with a moderate protein high animal fat diet.

[@laurelzenn2412]

Love your videos. I used them to lose over 100 pounds. I share them with everyone I know that needs to get into shape....NOT JUST FOR THE ALGORITHM! 😁

[@ruimarques1979]

For the algorithm, thanks from Portugal 💪🇵🇹

[@shelton4]

For the algo. Thanks for these awesome educational videos as always Layne!

[@kschristensen]

HP/LC (proteins ~35% / net carbs

[@lukeclaydon6670]

Love it Layne quality channel. What’s your view on weighed vests during cutting apparently some evidence shows the added weight on the bones tricks the brain into maintaining NEAT and obviously keeps energy expenditure higher

[@kenhumphreys681]

“For the algorithm” love the honesty

[@makenziezeman3120]

i can't wait for your research review layne!!

[@HargrimmHammerhand]

Layne you are just great to listen to, making things easy for me. Thanks mate

[@vincentvalentine8303]

Great work.... Layne is the best.

[@anderly9999]

If I exercise daily, I seem to do well with carbs. If i exercise less like twice a week or less. Low carb feels better

[@abdominalesalos4026]

Good video. Objective approach. I'm a low-carber who watches your videos to keep bias under control

[@kaylonsinghurst]

For that alg tho! (keep doin what you do Layne, also, love the Carbon app!)

[@Stingboren]

Nice work Layne.

[@joeseppi1214]

For the algorithm- I appreciate the calling out BS vids but really love these educational videos.

[@Diegog0o]

For those suggesting that it's due to the "keto" aspect, it's important to note that a healthy keto diet can actually increase testosterone in certain individuals. However, I believe that consistently following a high-carb diet over a lifetime may eventually disturb insulin resistance, potentially leading to lower testosterone levels and causing additional health issues.

[@willcook403]

Sooner than you’d think but there are lots of factors involved !

[@kimdavis7812]

Very informative & pertinent to my personal goals thanks Layne 👍

[@atps7057]

LCD’s aren’t the best and cause unnecessary stress on the body to include lowering hormones, muscle loss and slows the metabolism. The majority of people that do LCD’s most always go back to eating carbs because they aren’t inherently unhealthy-aside from short term use for some medical conditions. The cell runs on sugar, and fat is our body’s backup system and using fat as our main fuel actually increases fat oxidation and is the main cause of insulin resistance in cells, especially polyunsaturated versions. Yes LCD’s are better than the standard American diet but isn’t the long term better approach IMO. Love your videos!!

[@nexuslockhart]

Most low-carb diets restrict calorie intake and don't eat enough fat, which of course will lead to lower testosterone because long-term low calories destroy testosterone.

[@1mrwaites]

🔥 as always! Thx Doc 👍🏿

[@Isaac_Brock]

Anyone in the know would be doing an actual (

[@gretadar5035]

Always valuable! 👍🏻 Thank You 🙏🏻

[@patrickwendling6759]

Thank you for your knowledge 💪🏽

[@sharonwinningham7235]

Great information, as always!

[@chrisgravatte5003]

Commenting because it helps, and I like ya man.

[@Anusdeur]

Great video. Very unbiased👏👏👏

[@SBavailablehandle]

On low carb/keto my SHBG was double the high end of the range 120nmol/dL crushing my free test.

[@GuacIsExtra99]

I’m currently doing keto and I need to get my blood work done for this very reason (shbg). Although I’m not symptomatic of any low t high e symptoms, I’m still curious what my levels are

[@SBavailablehandle]

@@GuacIsExtra99 did your SHBG and free test get impacted in the same way?

[@GuacIsExtra99]

@@SBavailablehandle haven’t done blood work yet but I’ll update her when I do, I honestly don’t feel any symptoms like low energy or libido but I should still get tested

[@SBavailablehandle]

@@GuacIsExtra99 I was right around 20g of carbs a day when I had the issue. I speculate that if I went up to 100g or so of carbs a day I would've been able to resolve the issue and remain in ketosis but I am glad I gave it a shot and learned what I did.

[@amaliya.jovanovski]

Did you recover from that?

[@doddsalfa]

Shawn Baker has left the chat

[@sethbelanger8460]

I did the carnivore diet for 3 months and it ruined my hormones. SHGB went through the roof and my testosterone took a massive hit.

[@amaliya.jovanovski]

@@olivertrumanjr9556 did you recover? I went carnivore for a couple.of months and it ruined my hormones, I'm currently back on a balanced diet, taking some herbs to balance hormones, hopefully I improve.

[@HegelsOwl]

Astonishing. Been in one sport or other for over fifty years, and this study up-ends everything. Had to listen to certain parts of this vid several times, then finally read the study for myself, because I couldn't believe what was being said. Pretty much the biggest "Red Pill" experience of my life; like, wow, discovering the earth is hallow.

[@JasminMusic1602]

I eat 120 grams of protein,20 grams of carbs....and 250 grams of saturated fats daily! My test is high!

[@richardmiddleton7770]

That's a lot of saturated fat! I'm really not sure about saturated fats, some says it's fine, others say it's bad and it's better to have more monounsaturated fats and omega 3.

[@nyguy5370]

Is the carb content what actually matters? I think its the fat, which I think is where you were headed. I am on a low carb diet because of Type 2 diabetes. No issues with libido or testosterone levels and I eat a lot of protein - I get a decent level of fat too. I didn’t read the meta, but I wonder how many of these studies also included activity levels and types of activity when looking at any hormone level vs diet. Most nutrition research is too short term, under powered, and doesn’t acount for confounding variables to be of value. Eat what works for you and makes you feel good. Just don’t eat more fuel than you need.

[@YTStopCensoringFreedomOfspeech]

Not all fats are the same, monounsaturated fats increase testosterone, polyunsaturated fats decrease testosterone but are a essential fatty acid and must be consumed for optiminal health. Saturated fats are not essential but can be used as fuel and other functions. It is important to try to maintain a 1:1 ratio between omega 3 and omega 6. Any imbalance and inflammation will persist. These studies don't clarify what kind of fats replaced the carbs. The research on fats and keto is ongoing, but the consensus is always that natural foods are the best. So vegetable oils (PUFA) that have been genetically modified to have the same smoke point as olive oil (MUFA) for high heat is likely not good to consume. Natural PUFA's do not have a high smoke point. Why are they being used for deep frying? This over use of vegetable oils in my opinion is causing all kinds of metabolic health problems. The high inflammation along with high insulin, glycotic end products is a recipe for diabetes, heart attacks, etc.

[@christianallen9653]

For the Algorithm! Thanks Layne for all the good info!

[@kbkesq]

Very interesting! Did they study long term testosterone? Yes but small sample. Low carb high protein can decrease T long term which is bad.

[@Dlindo8892]

I read a study a while ago they did on elite male athletes. One thing they all had in common is that the all had high dhea levels. Testosterone levels were average.

[@hotramen5952]

my takeaway is, get only the protein you need, .7-1 gram per pound of lean mass. after that .3 grams of fat per pound of lean mass for hormone production, then carb it up to your caloric goal.

[@Chrisnicole_ifbbpro]

This is great info and as always, explained so well!

[@steveh.7664]

I’m on a caloric deficit, lost a good amount of weight. My DHEA levels were slightly elevated and testosterone was a bit lower than normal. My Dr. said it’s likely my body was compensating my lower testosterone.

[@boneTHUGS111]

I saw some evidence suggesting this yrs ago, i actually think i commented this before on your channel some yrs ago to, that the supposed benefits of high protein could actually be undone by the lowering it causes to testosterone levels. It really doesnt seem like a natural diet and its not enjoyable at all! It got my interest because i experienced a huge drop in testosterone through the yrs after doing high protein diets, i also had other issues to so its hard to pin point, but my problems didnt start until i took on the bodybuilding lifestyle.

[@frankconley7630]

Question. I went from 201 to 169 on keto but lost more muscle than i wanted. I didn't realize it until it was too late. I love keto in general but what diet is best to get some of the muscle back. I'm a young 72 .

[@beanh9re8]

you could maybe experiment with fruit, honey and maybe rice

[@Veg1v0]

Thanks for the great video 👏🏽

[@claytonslade2366]

I must be weird. I do PSMF (high protein, minimum fat/carbs, major deficit) frequently and at 39 still have >700 test.

[@okipo3443]

It depends what you mean by low fat,a healthy level is 50-60g)

[@paulmarino8810]

I hate the algorithm, but you provide good info so.....

[@misfles]

Low fat causes low test. High fat with high carbs = fat stored. I really like the diet of Frank Zane, who was doing 1:1:1 macros (calories wise).

[@a.f.s.3004]

When I went low carb….my muscles depleted and at one point, my sugar was crashing in to the 40’s-50’s on the glucometer. I started getting heart palpitations. My body was finding it very hard to adjust to a low carb diet. Now I try and keep my carbs below 200 grams per day and that seems to be a happy medium for retaining muscle mass.

[@okipo3443]

150-200 for me,if i go to low (50) I feel slughish

[@clevername333]

the sluggishness was likely due to dehydration. You got to up your electrolytes a lot especially in the first few months of transitioning to keto.

[@cliffchampion5501]

Sounds like you were doing keto wrong

[@retrosoul8770]

​@@clevername333agreed

[@evlondocooper7318]

I have the app; it's been very helpful.

[@lennydaiglejr3094]

Low carb drives up SHBG which can devastate free testosterone.

[@eadd00]

Ya this was me, super low carb, high shbg, low free test. Wasn’t feeling great. Reintroducing carbs. Gonna see how it goes.

[@cindymckenzie628]

Love these videos

[@edwardferron]

Good information!! I want my testosterone!

[@overcomingobstacles55]

For the algorithm! Btw thanks again for giving me the literal shirt off your back at the Arnold!

[@stevencote2012]

Thanks Layne! Oh and FOR THE ALGORITHM!

[@iamdedlok]

Here's a like and a comment for you! FOR THE ALGORITHM ... ( DRUM BEATS ) .. Btw, it feels like the volume in the video is lower than the usual ? I have the youtube volume slider maxed out, my PC volume ticker maxed out , but still it isn't loud...

[@LakerLife]

I've been low carb for a LONG TIME now. My testosterone has consistently been above 800. Strength, physique, and health are good! I'm gonna stick with my anecdotal evidence over one random study.

[@Kickboxer7267]

High total testosterone means nothing. Measure your SHBG. The results will maybe surprise you

[@frankl2770]

@Manuel Schmidt ... why is SHBG important if you get normal testosterone levels from changing food/lifestyle? ... *curious*

[@Kickboxer7267]

@@frankl2770 Because total testosterone is just testosterone which is circulating in your blood without function. What matters is free testosterone. SHBG is binding with testosterone and makes it useless. The higher your SHBG the lower your free testosterone. The lower your SHBG the higher your free testosterone.

[@frankl2770]

@Manuel Schmidt ... I guess a SHBG test won't show much in my case ... because as I just read it bind to testosterone, DHT and Estradiol. and in my case are my hormones already messed up with higher levels Estradiol... so not sure it will show anything useful?

[@billwenner6307]

I stopped eating carbs, after about a year and a half, my testosterone went from 219 to 505.

[@FfrRrr-r8i]

Carbs reduce testosterone

[@beanh9re8]

@FfrRrr-r8i no they dont in some cases carbs can increase it, high carb diets decrease SHBG and lower cortisol

[@Solidfreeman01]

Very interesting. Thanks!

[@westfieldartworks8188]

I did a low carb diet in the early 90's for 4 months and lost strength left and right. Then did low carb again in 1998 - 1999 for 14 months , and lost weight, but body composition was terrible. I calculated 1/3 of the weight loss was from muscle, and 5% of the weight loss was water weight.

[@williambrowning4842]

Is there any good study on this subject?

[@chachircola1690]

For the algo and to your channel’s success

[@Cole1Rob]

Great video!

[@Magic_beans_]

At this point it’s probably easier to list the things that don’t “kill testosterone.”

[@x_VALTIEL_x]

Keto/Carnivore people say that insulin reduces free testosterone. Carb people say that keto/carnivore raises shbg which binds free testosterone and makes it unusable. I'm so fckn tired of this confusing bs.

[@juliopuentes6620]

@@x_VALTIEL_x yo foreal , I’m out here trying to find the best diet but I keep finding out that there might not be such a thing

[@cesarponce6283]

Try it out give it time and let your own experience guide you. And fuck the study and all confusions, I’ve noticed improvements on mostly meats, eggs, raw milk, fish, fruits or starch.. i fast and it when am hungry twice a day

[@stevenscott2136]

There was a study that found losing a basketball game caused a T drop for a couple hours. Since modern LIFE is like losing several games per day, you might as well eat what you want.

[@NickPHoyle]

You mentioned HF diets have been shown to affect testosterone compared to LF diets. In what way?

[@cameronthomp]

I believe HF diets have been shown to spare testosterone, whereas LF diets have been known to lower testosterone and/or have other negative effects (if dropped too low), I.e. low libido, low mood, depression, malabsorption of fat-soluble vitamins.

[@duanefrench3500]

I tried a ketogenic diet, but my job is to physically demand, kept elite fitness for over 30 years, I had to drag myself to the gym, cycling, etc. Try to build muscle at 65, hard to do with a - energy metabolism. Feel way better with a plant based approach, with a little meat. I have learned there Re 0 Science on low-carb diets. The people on the internet are the study for the rest of us, thx.

[@Antimatter22G]

Thanks I need to get more info on this. Hey recently developed type 1 diabetes and so have Stop eating sugar and eat as few carbs as I can to try to manage it with diet for as long as I can. But I've noticed a significant reduction in libido I wonder if it has something to do with affecting the testosterone or cortisol levels

[@daro24100]

I’m in high carnivore fat diet, low carbs, no sugar. And boosted my libido

[@ismailkhawar2007]

Love your content.

[@joerockhead7246]

Thank you.