Unforeseen Benefits of GLP-1 Medications in Men: A Novel Approach to Testosterone Enhancement?

Is there anything that Ozempic and drugs like it can’t do? It appears not! New research has discovered that men taking GLP-1 medications for their obesity or type 2 diabetes often experience an unexpected, yet remarkable, rise in testosterone levels.

A recent study from St. Louis, Missouri, revealed that these weight loss drugs may have a secondary benefit: boosting male hormone levels. In the study, scientists examined over 200 men with type 2 diabetes or obesity who were prescribed a GLP-1 medication (semaglutide) and not taking any added testosterone or other hormones. What did they find? Well, for starters, their blood sugar control and weight improved significantly, as expected with these treatments.

But here’s the twist: the men’s testosterone levels rose noticeably too! It seems that 53% of the participants had normal T levels before commencing the treatment, whereas this jumped to a whopping 77% after they started taking the medication. And it gets even better – the improvement in testosterone correlated well with how many pounds they shed. This suggests that sustained weight loss is the primary driver behind these results.

However, it’s not impossible that other factors like improved glucose control and reduced inflammation could also contribute to this effect. But don’t just take my word for it; let’s hear from Dr. Shellsea Portillo Canales, a lead researcher at SSM Health St. Louis University Hospital.

“It’s less dramatic than the rise seen after bariatric surgery, which typically causes rapid and substantial hormonal shifts,” notes Portillo Canales. “But, in all seriousness, these GLP-1s are non-invasive, more accessible, and can help improve testosterone levels naturally – especially when combined with long-term weight loss.”

So, is this a game-changer? Well, not entirely, but there’s definitely some exciting news here for men looking to boost their testosterone levels.

Source: gizmodo.com