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The Effects of Cold Exposure on Hormone Production
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2:28:04 - 2:33:01 (04:57)

Cold exposure such as ice baths or cold showers can increase testosterone and estrogen levels, but it will not correct underlying issues such as vitamin D deficiency or metabolic syndromes. However, it may acutely benefit those with hypogonadism or varicoceles by applying cold specifically to warm testes.

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Neuroscientist and host of "Neurohacker Collective Podcast," Daniel Schmachtenberger, discusses how hormones impact behavior and perception and gives examples of the effects of prolactin and dopamine on relationships.
2:28:04 - 2:29:21 (01:16)
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Hormones
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Neuroscientist and host of "Neurohacker Collective Podcast," Daniel Schmachtenberger, discusses how hormones impact behavior and perception and gives examples of the effects of prolactin and dopamine on relationships.

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The Effects of Cold Exposure on Hormone Production
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Dr. Kyle Gillett: How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality
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Huberman Lab
Progesterone can decrease prolactin, but it is still an important hormone for the body.
2:29:21 - 2:30:43 (01:21)
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Hormonal Balance
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Progesterone can decrease prolactin, but it is still an important hormone for the body. Cold exposure has been shown to help acutely with hormonal imbalances.

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The Effects of Cold Exposure on Hormone Production
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Dr. Kyle Gillett: How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality
Podcast
Huberman Lab
Exposure to warm water, such as a hot tub or jacuzzi, can decrease male fertility as it can raise the temperature of the testes and reduce the flow back to the heart.
2:30:43 - 2:33:01 (02:18)
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Male Fertility
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Exposure to warm water, such as a hot tub or jacuzzi, can decrease male fertility as it can raise the temperature of the testes and reduce the flow back to the heart. Those with varicocele or primary hypogonadism may respond better to cold exposure.

Chapter
The Effects of Cold Exposure on Hormone Production
Episode
Dr. Kyle Gillett: How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality
Podcast
Huberman Lab