Chapter
The Relationship Between SHBG and Testosterone
1:10:57 - 1:15:11 (04:14)
The sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) is attaching to the testosterone molecule and limiting the amount of free testosterone that is available to have its impact on cells. Even if one's testosterone does not change, an increase in SHBG can result in more testosterone binding and increased estrogen levels.
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The ideal level of free testosterone in males should be around 2% of one's total testosterone.
1:10:57 - 1:13:44 (02:47)
Summary
The ideal level of free testosterone in males should be around 2% of one's total testosterone. Increasing total testosterone is not always a good idea if estrogen levels are also increasing in parallel with it.
ChapterThe Relationship Between SHBG and Testosterone
EpisodeDr. Kyle Gillett: Tools for Hormone Optimization in Males
PodcastHuberman Lab
The article discusses SHBG's typical reference range and genetic polymorphisms affecting its levels along with its relationship to testicular varicose veins or varicoceles.
1:13:44 - 1:15:11 (01:27)
Summary
The article discusses SHBG's typical reference range and genetic polymorphisms affecting its levels along with its relationship to testicular varicose veins or varicoceles. It also includes a discussion on Valsalva and its test for such varicoceles.