What Are Epigenetics?
Introduction Epigenetics is the field of genetics that explains how gene expression can be altered without changing the underlying genetic code directly. Epigenetic mechanisms can essentially switch genes on and off in a lasting manner, and thereby influence an organism’s traits and behaviour. Contrary to popular notions, epigenetic changes are not changes to your DNA (or genome) – your genome can’t be altered, or at least not without some very advanced technology. Epigenetic…
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Increasing Androgen Sensitivity
Introduction While there is growing recognition of the importance of testosterone in popular culture—with countless online guides on boosting testosterone levels and even services offering full testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)—the critical role of the androgen receptor remains largely overlooked. These receptors are essential: without them, hormones like testosterone cannot exert their effects on the body. Even for professional bodybuilders who attempt to hack their own biology by administering exogenous androgens…
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Ultimate Guide To Testosterone
Introduction Testosterone levels are declining. It’s hard to avoid noticing. Headlines reporting the steady decline in men’s testosterone are found everywhere across the internet, along with the sharp rise in the number of supplements purported to boost this vital hormone. It might seem overblown, but it’s true that testosterone is critical for male health, and it’s certainly a subject worthy of investigation. Testosterone isn’t only important for building muscle or…
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The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia
Introduction Hair loss, whether caused prematurely by medications or the inevitable process of aging, can take a massive toll on a person’s confidence. Despite how common hair loss is, particularly among men (called Androgenetic Alopecia), balding continues to be stigmatised as something unnatural or as a symptoms of poor health. The progression of the process of balding in men can be tracked along the 7 stages of the Norwood scale,…
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