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“Derek explains how excess adipose tissue can alter feedback between testosterone and estrogen, and how fat loss may help restore a healthier balance. A clinical review identifies obesity as a major risk factor for functional secondary hypogonadism and reports that substantial weight loss can reverse it in some men.”

“To some extent, soreness is genetically-influenced. Although some research suggests that women experience less soreness than men after lifting, whether this is estrogen-related or because women tend to lift lighter loads than men is unknown.”

“> On top of that, experiments with female mice showed that the HDAC4 gene was activated in the amygdala while the mice were undergoing fear learning, but only when estrogen levels in the mice were low.”

“The changes in these various genes become apparent after sexual maturity. The study demonstrated a direct change in the estrogen responses of almost 1,000 genes after fetal BPA exposure.”

“Interestingly, additional resistance could be conferred to male mice by increasing their estrogen.”

“Avoid supplements like biotin before testing, which can cross detect as testosterone and estrogen, artificially elevating readings and leading to inaccurate results. Stay hydrated to ensure an accurate hematology profile—dehydration can cause levels of hemoglobin to be elevated.”

“FTA: > Postmenopausal women with diverse gut bacteria exhibit a more favorable ratio of estrogen metabolites, which is associated with reduced risk for breast cancer, compared to women with less microbial variation, according to a new study.”

“Estrogen can increase conversion. She also notes that many people do not eat enough ALA-rich foods, adding low intake to the conversion problem. DHA accumulates in cell membranes and can influence embedded receptors and transporters, including glucose transport at the blood-brain barrier.”

“Thanks to their estrogen levels, female rats are at least 30 percent more sensitive than males to the pain-relieving qualities of THC -- the key active ingredient in cannabis, research shows. Females also develop tolerance to THC more quickly.”

“Estrogen mitigates the association between visceral fat on cognitive decline. Estradiol, a form of estrogen, is the primary female sex hormone. It participates in menstrual cycle regulation and drives the development of female secondary sex characteristics, such as breasts, a wider pelvis, and gynoid fat – fat that forms around the hips, thighs, and breasts.”