Stress and testosterone

Covers how chronic stress and elevated cortisol can suppress testosterone, reduce libido, hinder muscle gain, and impair recovery. Learn practical ways to manage stress through sleep, training, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies to support healthy hormones and performance.

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Does stress cause low testosterone in men? What science really shows

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate

Dec 05, 2025 · 14 min read

Chronic psychological stress is linked to lower morning testosterone in men, largely because sustained HPA-axis cortisol output can suppress hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal (GnRH/LH) signaling and reduce testicular testosterone production. Here’s how to recognize the stress–low T feedback loop and what actually helps break it. “Stress and testosterone talk to each other all day long. Short bursts of ...

Top 5 natural ways to increase testosterone

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Oct 18, 2025 · 13 min read

Weight loss, better sleep, smarter training, stress control, and fixing silent medical problems are the top 5 natural ways to increase testosterone. Here is how they work and how to build a practical plan with lab numbers that actually mean something. “Start with the basics. Lose excess weight, protect your sleep, train your muscles, and ...