TRT and Weight Loss: Does It Really Work?
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is primarily a treatment for men with clinically diagnosed testosterone deficiency. But as interest in hormone health has grown, many men have started asking another question: Can TRT help you lose weight? The short answer is: possibly, but TRT is not a weight-loss treatment. Research suggests that restoring testosterone to normal levels in men with confirmed testosterone deficiency may improve body composition, particularly by increasing lean mass and reducing fat mass. However, results vary considerably, and TRT should not be used for weight loss. What Is TRT? Testosterone replacement therapy is prescribed to men whose bodies don't produce enough testosterone and who have symptoms consistent with testosterone deficiency. A diagnosis generally involves both compatible symptoms and consistently low testosterone measurements, rather than relying on a single...