Testosterone is the major male sex hormone and decreased levels of this hormone have been associated with reduced sexual desire. Recently, evidence has emerged to show that the levels of this hormone are decreased in several health conditions. Obesity, diabetes, metabolic syndrome and hypertension are examples. This is because testosterone supplements do not bring about improvement in these conditions.
Diabetes is the condition where the relationship between the disease and testosterone levels has been well established. Testosterone positively impacts glucose metabolism. This hormone facilitates the action of insulin in promoting the uptake of glucose by the cells. Moreover, men with low testosterone levels tend to develop insulin resistance. It has also been shown that as many as 50% of men with low testosterone levels go on to develop diabetes. Of course, nobody is sure as to what is causing what.
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