There is a lot of information floating around -- especially online -- about the benefits and drawbacks of testosterone therapy for men and women. Having all of the facts beforehand is essential to make an informed decision about your health.  With that in mind, here is what you absolutely need to know about testosterone therapy: Testosterone Therapy Is Not for Everybody While testosterone therapy can be a helpful and effective treatment for certain types of physical conditions -- parti...

Men who turn to restrictive diets as a way to reduce weight and body fat sometimes have an unintended side effect: Lower testosterone levels. If you have ever gone on a crash diet, eliminated carbs, or eaten like a caveman in order to lose weight, you may have noticed that your sex drive went down along with your weight. Fat Reduction and Testosterone Most restrictive diets require that you reduce or eliminate fats from the foods that you eat. But many studies have shown that eating...

While many men use testosterone therapy to increase energy levels and improve overall health and fitness, there may be a considerable benefit in terms of rapid weight loss, according to the results of a recent study. Researchers at Bayer Pharma, based in Berlin, Germany, found that testosterone replacement therapy helped testosterone-deficient men lose a significant amount of weight. How much? An average of 36 pounds, according to Dr. Farid Saad, Ph.D., the study's lead author. Sustaine...