Testosterone is a male sex hormone that is essential for fertility, muscle mass, mood and libido.
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Here are seven signs that indicate you may have low testosterone levels.
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Low libido Libido is another word for sex drive and testosterone helps fuel it. Low testosterone may be a contributing factor if you feel your libido has gone down.
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Erectile dysfunction Many reasons can contribute to erectile dysfunction but low testosterone remains the leading cause in men.
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Insomnia Low testosterone levels contribute to lower sleep efficiency and more nocturnal awakenings.
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Lack of muscle gaine Your muscle gains are significantly impacted by the testosterone levels. Testosterone helps increase protein synthesis and repairs the muscles which leads to muscle growth.
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Poor fertility Low testosterone levels can lead to lower sperm concentration and total sperm motility.
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Poor mood Low testosterone can lower your mood, contribute to depression, and may lead to brain fog.
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Fatigue Apart from lowering your mood, low testosterone is associated with feeling of fatigue and exhaustion.