General testosterone in men: normal and possible deviations. Testosterone hormone in women: Function, symptoms, norm and abnormalities

The hormone testosterone is present not only in men, but also in women.

Concentration important substance among the fair sex it is much lower.

Excess and deficiency of the male sex hormone negatively affects the functioning of female body.

What is free testosterone? The norm for women during pregnancy, during menopause, causes of lack/excess of male sex hormone. What drugs are prescribed to correct testosterone levels? What signs indicate hormonal imbalances? The answers are in the article.

Many women ask the endocrinologist questions: “Why does the fair sex need the male hormone? Perhaps this substance harms the body, provokes the development dangerous pathologies, leads to hormonal imbalances?

Doctors explain: “Lack of testosterone negatively affects the development of the female body. The male hormone has a positive effect on many processes, participates in the synthesis of estradiol, and regulates the rhythm of menstruation.”

Testosterone does other things too important functions in the female body:

participates in protein synthesis;
regulates the growth and development of the mammary glands;
strengthens muscles, participates in the formation of the skeleton;
responsible for sexual desire in women;
influences the timely maturation of the follicle in the egg;
supports the proper functioning of the sebaceous glands.

Testosterone is a prohormone, a substance with fairly low chemical activity. On its basis, the production of hormones occurs - estradiol and dihydrotestosterone.

Free testosterone index: normal

The content of the male sex hormone in women is 7–12 times lower than in men.

Testosterone is produced by the adrenal cortex and ovaries.

The concentration of an important substance involved in many life processes is measured in nanomoles per liter.

Optimal indicators - concentration free testosterone(in nanomoles per liter).

Men
From 5.76 to 8.14	From 0.31 to 3.78

During pregnancy, indicators increase sharply (on average, from the 13th week). The process does not happen by chance: an excess amount of male hormone inhibits the release of the egg.

If testosterone levels are various reasons increases noticeably in a non-pregnant woman, then the frequency of menstruation is disrupted or they completely stop before recovery hormonal levels.

IN different periods menstrual cycle the rate of free testosterone in women is different: follicular phase – from 0.45 to 3.75, ovulation period – from 0.46 to 2.48, luteal phase – fluctuations from 0.20 to 1.73 pg/ml.

Age

The level of testosterone in the female body changes at different periods of life. Deviation from the norm worsens hormonal levels, provokes obesity or excessive thinness, and reduces muscle mass, leads to brittle bones, causes problems with reproductive function.

No.	Age	Testosterone level (measured in nmol/l)
1	Up to 12 months	From 0 to 2.31
2	From 1 year to 6 years	From 0 to 1.22
3	From 6 to 11 years	From 0.49 to 1.82
4	From 11 to 15 years	From 0.84 to 4.46
5	From 15 to 18 years old	From 1.36 to 4.73
6	Women of reproductive age	From 0.31 nmol/l to 3.78
7	During pregnancy	Increasing performance by 3–4 times compared to point 6
8	Menopause	From 0.42 to 4.51
9	Against the background of the use of oral contraceptives	From 0.45 to 2.88

Index

During the research, doctors found: maximum concentration of an important substance was noted in the morning; by the evening the levels decrease.

Significant fluctuations in hormone levels in women negatively affect the functioning of the entire body.

To clarify testosterone levels, a blood test is prescribed. The optimal period is from 8 to 10 days of the cycle.

Preparation rules:

women who smoke should give up cigarettes several hours before the test;
the day before donating blood, it is not advisable to be nervous or play sports;
should not be taken within 24 hours before the test hormonal drugs, eat fatty, spicy foods;
It is important to donate blood on an empty stomach; you should not drink liquid.

Causes of low testosterone

Provoking factors:

passion for diets;
vitamin deficiency;
excessive alcohol consumption, smoking;
overweight;
malfunction of the gonads;
Down syndrome;
severe form of renal failure;
menopause period;
sudden weight loss.

A decrease in male sex hormone levels provokes diseases and negative conditions:

depression;
damage to the heart and blood vessels;
excessive sweating;
increased dryness skin;
chronic fatigue;
irritability;
decrease in density, disruption of structure bone tissue– osteoporosis develops;
accumulation of fat on the arms, thighs, abdomen;
decreased libido;
development of hormone-dependent tumors;
decreased concentration, poor memory of information;
malignant neoplasms in the mammary glands;
discomfort, vaginal dryness during sexual intercourse;
diabetes;
weakness, low physical activity;
uterine fibroids;
endometriosis.

Causes of high testosterone

Excess male hormone appears due to the following factors:

genetic predisposition;
ovulation period;
improper, irregular nutrition;
excessive activity of the adrenal cortex;
long-term use of hormonal drugs;
third trimester of pregnancy;
tumors in the ovaries.

Main features:

increased physical activity;
irregular menstrual cycle;
a sharp increase in sexual desire;
the face and body are covered with acne;
the size of the clitoris increases;
deepening of the voice;
alternating periods of causeless aggression and apathy;
reduction of body fat;
Excessive hair growth on the face (above upper lip) and body (in armpits, on the arms, legs);
discomfort in the ovaries and lumbar region;
problems sleeping, irritability;
infertility due to lack of ovulation;
active muscle building;
enlargement of individual parts of the skeleton according to the male type (widened shoulders).

How to normalize testosterone levels

Visits to an endocrinologist, gynecologist, examination, testing, identifying factors that provoke hormonal imbalances. Medication or surgical treatment in the presence of endometriosis, ovarian cysts, tumors, uterine fibroids. It is important to eliminate organ abnormalities reproductive system.
Treatment chronic diseases, against the background of which immunity decreases, develop pathological processes V various organs. Special attention – endocrine pathologies negatively affecting work genitourinary system among women.
Diet correction. Balanced diet- the basis of therapy. Only when sufficient quantity vitamins, minerals, regular intake biologically active substances You can restore health from food. More fresh vegetables, fruit and berry juices, low-fat fermented milk products. The bird is useful lean fish, seafood, vegetable oils, nuts, honey, leafy greens.
To reduce testosterone levels, a decoction of “female” herbs is prescribed: primrose, black cohosh, angelica. Medicinal plants are used only on the recommendation of an endocrinologist and gynecologist.
You can bring the indicators back to normal when the concentration of the male sex hormone increases with the help of drugs: Dexamethasone, Digostin, Diane-35, Cyproterone. If the cause of the failure is the improper functioning of the ovaries, and not the adrenal glands, then contraceptives should not be used. Diseases need to be treated and stopped inflammatory process, remove tumors. In each case, the doctor develops a treatment regimen individually.

If signs indicating problems with hormonal levels appear, you should not self-medicate or take uncontrolled herbal infusions or oral contraceptives.

Only based on the test results, after clarification of the level of free testosterone, examination by an endocrinologist and gynecologist, therapy can begin under the guidance of experienced doctors. It is important to refuse bad habits, be sure to reconsider your attitude to life and adjust your diet.

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Testosterone is a steroid hormone from the androgen group, found in both the male and female bodies, although in significantly, 4-12 times less quantity. Deviation of the hormone level from the norm significantly affects not only the woman’s health, but also her appearance.

Functions

Testosterone is produced in the adrenal cortex and ovaries. Its minimal amount is produced in the placenta and skin. The regulation of hormone production is carried out by the hypothalamic-pituitary system. The androgynous hormone in women is responsible for:

size, anatomical position and function of the reproductive system,
generative function of the ovaries (ovum formation),
sexual attraction,
skeletal formation,
bone density,
muscle volume and mass,
development of adipose tissue,
function of the sebaceous glands,
skin condition,
nitrogen and phosphorus metabolism,
increases protein synthesis and breakdown,
at the risk of cardiovascular diseases and, in particular, atherosclerosis,
anabolic effects (protein synthesis, insulin, endorphins),
takes part in the synthesis of lipoproteins in the liver,
absorption of minerals and water by the body,
blood sugar control,
stress resistance,
endurance,
influence on cognitive functions.

Hormone level

Testosterone levels are subject to endogenous (external) and exogenous (internal) influences.

The level of the hormone in women changes not only throughout life, but also throughout the month and year. There are also daily fluctuations in the amount of testosterone. The normal level of this hormone in women is considered to be 0.36-1.97 nmol/l. However, this norm is indicated for the female body over 13 years old and under 45-50. But even in this age range, hormone levels fluctuate significantly. Over the course of a month, the normal level of testosterone for women of childbearing age is:

permissible normal limits – 0.45 – 3.75 nmol/l
average value – 0.29-3.18 pg/ml
in the phase of follicle formation (1-7 days of the menstrual cycle) – 0.45-3.17 pg/ml;
in the ovulation phase – 0.46-2.48 pg/ml;
after the end of the cycle – 0.29-1.73 pg/ml.

During pregnancy, the level of the hormone increases by the third trimester and can exceed the specified norm by 3-4 times. During menopause, the amount of testosterone decreases and is 0.28-1.22 nmol/l. Before puberty, testosterone in girls’ bodies does not exceed 0.98 nmol/l. The maximum value of the hormone level is observed in the morning, the minimum in the evening.

Free and bound testosterone

Testosterone binds in the blood plasma to transport proteins - specifically with globulin and nonspecifically with albumin. Moreover, only 1-2% of the hormone is in a free (unbound) state. Protein-bound testosterone forms a reserve (pool) of the hormone that is not subject to metabolism and clearance.

The rate of free substance also varies throughout life. The minimum reference (within normal limits) value of free hormone is observed in girls under 9 years of age (0.06-1.7 pg/ml). Maximum amount free testosterone is found in the blood plasma of girls in the post-pubertal (from 13 to 18 years) period and is 4.1 pg/ml. The normal level of free testosterone for pregnant women has not been established, but it also increases in the third trimester.

When determining the amount of total testosterone, the amount of the hormone in the bound and free state is taken into account. Its reference value for women over 18 years of age is 0.24-2.7 nmol/l. Laboratory research both states of testosterone are taken into account, since the ratio of hormone fractions changes with various states body and can become an informative indicator for pathology.

Therefore, in order to correctly assess the amount of the hormone, it is necessary to take into account many factors.

Factors affecting testosterone levels

A decrease in the level of testosterone in a woman’s blood plasma is affected by:

1.Endogenous (external) influence factors:

violation of the regime and quality of nutrition (fasting, raw food eating, vegetarianism, diets, etc.);
a large number of carbohydrates;
food rich in Mg, Zn;
some medications (hormonal, oral contraceptives, antifungals, anticonvulsants, immunosuppressants, antiulcers, etc.);
some medicinal plants(peppermint, black cohosh, licorice, dwarf palm);
low or high physical activity;
obesity;
stress;
alcoholism;
rare exposure to the sun;
low sexual activity.

2. Exogenous (internal factors):

genetics;
pathology of the hypothalamus or pituitary gland;
diseases of the endocrine system;
some autoimmune diseases;
pathology of the adrenal glands;
neoplasms in the ovaries;
natural age-related changes.

Scientists say that it is not the level of hormones that influences the state of the body, but the sensitivity of androgen receptors. Despite more low concentration Compared to the level of the hormone in men, the receptors of the female body are more sensitive, which explains great importance testosterone in women. Low content hormone is enhanced by the production of estrogen.

Symptoms of low levels

When testosterone levels decrease, the following symptoms are observed:

body fat lower abdomen, arms and neck;
the skin becomes dry and thin;
hair becomes brittle, splits, falls out, loses shine;
decreased or absent sexual desire;
weaken vocal cords, the timbre and strength of the voice changes;
increased fatigue, tiredness, apathy;
irritability, tearfulness;
depression;
bone fragility;
infertility;
increased sweating;
"tides";
sleep disorder;
rapid pulse;
decreased muscle mass;
deterioration of cognitive abilities (memory, concentration, thinking, understanding, spatial orientation, etc.).

Low testosterone provokes a decrease in the amount of lubrication, so sexual intercourse causes discomfort and leads to avoidance of sexual contacts. The effect of stress on the body leads to a decrease in testosterone levels, which in turn has a detrimental effect on the psychological state of a woman. A vicious circle is formed.

A decrease in testosterone levels in the blood plasma can lead to a number of serious diseases.

Diseases

Low testosterone provokes:

endometriosis;
malignant neoplasms of the breast;
diabetes;
pathology of the cardiovascular system;
osteoporosis.

Reduced hormone levels are not a death sentence. It can be increased by complex treatment using hormone replacement therapy, herbal medicines, normalizing nutrition and physical activity. You can increase low testosterone by eliminating stress factors, normalizing your rest schedule, and eliminating bad habits. Symptoms consistent with low testosterone levels may indicate other medical conditions. Therefore only laboratory diagnostics will give objective information. You should not decipher the test results yourself, since only an experienced specialist will take into account all the factors and draw adequate conclusions - whether low testosterone is a pathology or due to natural causes.

For normal operation male body testosterone is needed. Under its influence, sexual characteristics arise and sperm are formed. Its sufficient level in the blood maintains an optimal metabolic state and affects behavior and thinking processes.

To assess hormonal status, the content of total testosterone and sex-binding globulin (SBG) in plasma is examined. Based on them, the free hormone index (FAI) and the amount of its active fraction are calculated. The norms for each indicator depend on age.

The importance of the hormone for a man

Effects of testosterone on the male body

The main amount of testosterone in men is produced in the gonads - testicles. A small part of this androgen is produced in the adrenal glands. Its production is under the control of the pituitary gland, hypothalamus and brain. The newly synthesized hormone enters the bloodstream, where it combines with transport proteins - sex-binding globulin and albumin. About 2% of testosterone in the blood is in a free state. It is this fraction that is capable of exerting a biological effect.

The role of the hormone during the prenatal period is the formation and development of male sexual characteristics. During puberty, testosterone is responsible for changes in appearance - the appearance of a beard, mustache, hair in the armpits and pubic area. There is a growth spurt, muscle tissue increases, and the voice becomes deeper. Changes occur in the reproductive sphere - testicles, penis, increase in size and develop prostate. The process of sperm formation—spermatogenesis—starts in the testicles.

In adult men, under the influence of testosterone, mood and motivation increase, libido increases, and a special type of thinking is formed. The hormone has a beneficial effect on fat metabolism, promotes protein formation, and improves cell sensitivity to insulin.

Conducting and deciphering the analysis

Indications for testing testosterone in men:

infertility;
diagnosis of hypogonadism - a condition associated with androgen deficiency;
osteoporosis;
sexual dysfunction;
chronic prostatitis;
decreased libido.

Regulation of testosterone synthesis

Since the maximum content of the hormone in the blood is observed in the early morning time, the analysis must be carried out no later than 08:00–10:00. Testosterone levels are determined twice.

The material is collected on an empty stomach. The day before the study, intense activities are excluded. physical exercise, exposure to stress factors, alcohol intake. Contraindications to prescribing a blood test for testosterone are viral and bacterial infections, exacerbation of chronic diseases. The result obtained in this case may be unreliable.

To diagnose pathology associated with impaired testosterone synthesis, it is sufficient to determine the total fraction of the hormone. In order to calculate its active form, the concentration of sex-binding protein is examined. The free androgen index is calculated as a percentage using the formula: total testosterone level/DES level*100%.

To determine the degree of damage to the reproductive system, the content of pituitary gonadotropins is looked at along with this hormone. These include luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which regulate androgen secretion and spermatogenesis. Excessive production of gonadotropins in some pathologies stimulates testicular activity, and their deficiency inhibits it. With a decrease in testosterone production in the testes, the levels of LH and FSH increase, and with an increase, they decrease.

Decoding the results of the hormonal profile in men:

Total testosterone	Gonadotropins - LH and FSH	Interpretation
Norm	Norm	No pathology
Reduced	Norm	Normogonadotropic hypogonadism. Possible reasons- hyperprolactinemia, obesity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes mellitus and other chronic diseases
Reduced	Reduced	Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism. Occurs when the pituitary gland and hypothalamus are damaged.
Reduced	Promoted	Hypergonadotropic hypogonadism. Occurs with developmental anomalies, damage and diseases of the testicles
Promoted	Promoted	Gonadotropin-secreting tumors of various locations
Promoted	Reduced	Androgen-producing tumors of the testicles and adrenal glands

Testosterone levels are normal

Changes in testosterone levels with age

At different periods of life, testosterone levels in men differ. Its production begins in the fetus from the 9th week intrauterine development. After birth, the hormone levels in boys and girls are almost the same. An increase in its secretion occurs shortly before the onset of puberty, at the age of about 9 years. At the age of 18, androgen levels reach the average values typical for an adult male.

The maximum level of the indicator is recorded at 25–30 years, then a gradual decrease in the amount of the hormone begins. At the age of 40, its concentration drops by 1–2% of the original level. Process natural aging accompanied by a decrease in total and free testosterone fractions. A significant increase in the level of sex-binding globulin, especially after 60 years, is aggravated by the presence of concomitant chronic diseases.

Normal levels of total testosterone depending on age:

Free testosterone levels in men:

The concentration of sex binding protein affects the level of free testosterone. The higher it is, the lower the ISA and the amount of biologically active androgen fraction. With a decrease in DES in the blood, the free testosterone index increases. Increased synthesis of transport globulin is observed in thyrotoxicosis, hepatitis, and liver cirrhosis. A decrease in DES occurs in men when taking testosterone and glucocorticoids, hypothyroidism, excess insulin, and nephrotic syndrome.

Reference values of SSG in at different ages are presented in the table:

Indicators of the free testosterone index.

Testosterone is a truly male hormone, an androgen, which is responsible for masculinity, strength, and the formation of primary sexual characteristics (meaning the genitals). Thanks to the influence of testosterone on the male body, its reproductive function is performed. Of course, small amounts of testosterone can be found in the female body. If it is above a certain norm, then this is a pathology. Also in the male body - reduced level testosterone hormone is considered a symptom of disease and hormonal disorder.

Androgens - what are they?

There are several types of male hormones, more precisely, they all belong to testosterone, being its components:

Dihydrotestosterone;
Androstenedione;
Dehydroepiandrosterone.

In the body of a man and a woman, testosterone is found in two states - free and bound. And therefore, if you take an analysis in the laboratory to determine the level in the body, then it is necessary to clarify what type of testosterone you have in mind or what type your doctor will look for.

Free testosterone in the human body is the result of metabolic processes. Its level is always within 2%. If a woman has hormonal imbalances, this is manifested by an increase in the level of free testosterone, male-type hair begins to grow on the body, there are no periods, and reproductive function is disrupted.

Important male hormone

Testosterone is a very important male hormone. He is responsible for how a man’s genital organs are formed, for his muscles, body, behavioral response, strength, endurance. Testosterone regulates sexual function and is decisive in a man’s ability to conceive.

If during puberty a young man has any physical abnormalities, then it is necessary to take a blood test to determine the level of the hormone testosterone and check whether everything is normal. At any stage of male development, hormonal levels can be regulated.

If a man low level testosterone, then this is determined by:

Sleep disturbance;
Depressive state;
Dry skin;
Excess weight concentrated in the abdomen and hips;
Sexual dysfunction, a man's reproductive function is impaired.

Testosterone levels in men are: from 12 to 33 nmol/l.
Free testosterone – norm 4.5 – 42 pg/ml.
Biologically active testosterone – the norm is from 3.5 to 12 nmol/l.

Why is testosterone low?

Male hormone levels may decrease due to:

Depression, stress, neuro-emotional state and unbalanced psychological state(injuries);
Abuse of alcohol, caffeine;
Poor nutrition (the diet contains a large amount of fatty, fried, spicy, smoked foods, fast food, carbonated water);
Long-term treatment with medications that have by-effect– decreased testosterone (carefully read the instructions for all medicines that you are taking or are planning to take!);
Physical inactivity (office work most often involves a sedentary lifestyle, and after work, few men go in for sports or devote minimal time to active exercise);
Age (with age in men, testosterone levels decrease and this is a variant of the norm).

When testosterone is elevated, then...

Elevated testosterone levels do not at all indicate masculinity or benefits for the male body. On the contrary, everything that exceeds the norm harms the body. So, increased level testosterone can cause testicular atrophy in a man and.

If the level of the hormone is elevated, then the man very often gets angry, loses his temper, has a large amount of hair on his body, has acne.

Woman and testosterone

As mentioned above, women have testosterone in their bodies. This hormone is produced by the ovaries and adrenal glands. If testosterone is normal in the female body, then:

In the ovaries, follicles fully mature, from which an egg is then released, ready for fertilization (that is, the reproductive function is performed);
A woman’s mood is always normal - she is not aggressive (increased testosterone levels are responsible for aggression);
The sebaceous glands work correctly and there are no acne, pimples or boils on the body, face;
The skeleton is developed according to female type – wide hips, slim waist, lush breasts.

The average level of testosterone in women is from 0.26 to 1.30 ng/ml.
Testosterone levels in girls under 20 years of age: from 0.13 to 3.09 ng/ml.

in women from 20 to 40 years old - o t 0.13 to 4.1 ng/ml;
in women from 40 to 59 years old – from 0.13 to 2.6 ng/ml;
in women aged 60 years and older – from 0.1 to 1.8 ng/ml.

If testosterone is low in a woman’s body, then...

concerned about the lack of orgasm and sexual arousal;
decreased sexual function;
weakness, lethargy of the body;
exposure to stress, depression, passive mood.

If testosterone is elevated in a woman’s body, then...

hair on the body is arranged according to the male type - mustache, beard, abdominal area, back, crotch;
rough voice;
acne, comedones on the face;
reproductive dysfunction – a woman cannot become pregnant;
scalp hair falls out;
the genitals are pathologically enlarged (meaning the clitoris);
the menstrual cycle is disrupted or absent;
If pregnancy occurs, it most often fails (miscarriage occurs).

Recommendation: if you are planning a pregnancy, both women and men need to take a blood test to determine the level of the hormone testosterone. Otherwise, this may lead to prolonged attempts to conceive or severe consequences in the form of termination of pregnancy due to high level hormone.

Where to go?

You can take testosterone yourself, without a doctor’s referral, in any laboratory. To do this, blood is taken from a vein. Preparation for the analysis consists of: no sexual contact 3 days before the analysis; giving up alcohol, smoking, and eating 12 hours before the test. Blood is donated in the morning, on an empty stomach.

Testosterone is an important male hormone. In the female body, the substance is produced in small quantities by the ovaries and adrenal glands. Despite its low concentration, free testosterone affects many processes. Fluctuations in hormone levels in the female body quickly cause internal violations, have a negative impact on appearance.

How to recognize excess synthesis or lack of male hormone in women? How to eat properly to maintain hormonal balance? Do medications help restore levels of the important androgen? The answers are in the article.

general information

The male hormone is needed by the female body in small quantities: it is this substance that is transformed into active sex hormones - estrogens. In women, the amount of testosterone is 10 times lower than in men.

The production of an important hormone occurs in the adrenal cortex and ovaries. Testosterone is responsible for androgenization in females.

Meaning for women

Without the optimal amount of male hormone, many processes are disrupted. Deficiency or excess of testosterone negatively affects libido and reproductive function, well-being, performance, muscle condition, psycho-emotional and physical state. Characteristic changes in appearance also indicate increased or decreased levels of the male hormone.

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Testosterone is elevated - symptoms:

overgrowth hairline on the face, hands, chest;
appear male type figure, femininity disappears and fat layer on the hips, waist;
hair actively becomes oily, hair often thins;
libido and sexual activity increase;
endurance appears, the woman tolerates physical activity more easily;
acne appears on the face, chest, back;
increased dryness of the skin, possible cracking and itching upper layers epidermis;
rudeness and causeless aggression appear;
menstruation does not appear every month or is absent;
develops tumor process in the ovaries or serious disease- Cushing's syndrome.

Low testosterone in women - symptoms:

muscle weakness;
hair loss on various areas bodies;
the voice becomes higher;
tests show a decrease in bone density (osteoporosis develops), brittle nails appear;
lack of satisfaction during sexual intercourse;
rashes appear on the skin;
even after rest, the woman feels that her body has not fully recovered;
fat deposits appear against the background of a slower course of metabolic processes;
sexual desire decreases.

How to increase hormone levels

Low testosterone levels often indicate an increased, too active transformation of the male hormone into the female one - estrogen, the excess of which is as harmful as the deficiency of an important regulator. This results in a decrease in free testosterone levels, extra pounds, fatigue that cannot be overcome, cycle fluctuations and other problems.

How to increase testosterone? In most cases, to correct the values, a change in diet combined with moderate exercise is sufficient. Vegetarianism violates hormonal balance: vegetable proteins cannot completely replace useful material from animal products. Lack of energy over time necessarily affects the woman’s condition, the functioning of the hypothalamus, thyroid gland, pituitary gland, adrenal glands, ovaries - organs in which hormones are produced. Be sure to move more, be outdoors, and lead an active lifestyle.

Increase testosterone:

vegetable oils, especially unrefined: corn, olive;
white fish;
foods with zinc: sunflower seeds, nuts, beef, turkey and chicken liver, poultry, seafood.

How to lower your scores

consume porridge and potatoes daily to obtain natural sugars;
oatmeal jelly is useful;
receive complex carbohydrates, providing the body with energy for a long time. Replace baked goods and sugar with cookies based on whole grains, honey, fructose from vegetables and fruits, dates, dried fruits;
Be sure to get poultry meat and low-fat fermented milk products;
dramatically reduce consumption of animals and unsaturated foods fatty acids, consume vegetable oils in moderation;
Doctors recommend giving up foods that increase the production of free testosterone during treatment: eggs, hazelnuts, garlic, almonds, legumes;
Avoid coffee and alcohol or consume them very rarely;
cream, full-fat milk and cottage cheese are useful;
Doctors do not approve of vegetarianism when correcting hormonal levels.

Medicines (strictly as prescribed by the doctor):

Digoxin.
Cyproterone.
Digitalis.
Dexamethasone.

As prescribed by your endocrinologist, you can take a course of herbal decoctions:

angelica;
mixtures of Maryina root and the underground part of licorice;
evening primrose;
peppermint;
flax seeds.

Good healing effect give the following methods: acupuncture, yoga to restore balance in the body. If not noticeable result from non-drug therapy, the doctor prescribes hormonal testosterone preparations.

Even small doses of testosterone are important for the female body. If signs appear indicating a deficiency or excess production of an important androgen, you need to visit a gynecologist and endocrinologist and get tested. If deviations are identified, you will need to adjust your diet, change your lifestyle, and give up bad habits. If testosterone levels fluctuate significantly, your doctor may prescribe hormonal medications.