10 fascinating facts about testosterone

Testosterone and other sex hormones have been under the microscope of scientific research since 1849. 40 years later, at the meeting of the Paris biological society, professor of experimental biology Brown-Séquard announced the results of the experiments conducted. He injected himself with testicular extracts, the source of testosterone, that resulted in rejuvenated physical. By the way, the professor was 72 years old at that time. But the effect lasted only for 2 or 3 months. And the scientist's health could get worse after each time.

Here are 10 more facts about responsibilities of testosterone:

1. Testosterone easily penetrates via oral mucosa

Therefore, when kissing, the sex hormone enters the woman's mouth through the saliva of a man and gets absorbed into the body through the mucous membrane. Testosterone acts as an aphrodisiac on ladies and increases their sexual desire.

2. Testosterone can destroy nerve cells

Experts at Yale University have studied the effect of testosterone on brain cells. As a result of research it was discovered that nerve cells can self-destruct under the action of the hormone. Scientifically this phenomenon is called "apoptosis". That mechanism leads to the destruction of cancer cells in the body with normal hormone levels. If testosterone levels go up, the function of the neurons is disrupted. That kind of reaction can occur due to taking steroid medications.

3. Men's testosterone levels goes down with age

Every year by 1%. The indicator for 80-year-old men can be equal to only 40% in comparison with the level of the hormone in a healthy 25-year-old man. However, a number of studies confirm that the decrease in testosterone is not only related to age. This may occur due to chronic diseases (obesity, diabetes, etc.).

4. Single men have higher levels of testosterone

The same applies to husbands who prefer to have an affair on the side. Stable relationships and regular sex reduce testosterone. There is evidence that men with elevated T-levels are 41% more likely to divorce their wives than men with normal levels of the hormone.

5. Men who become fathers have lower testosterone levels

That is true for all men in the world. Psychologist Annie Story conducted a study on this issue. It was found that among new fathers or fathers-to-be the concentration of testosterone decreases by 33%. The amount of the hormone drops when a man holds a baby in his arms. Or just a doll. Other studies show that fathers with high testosterone levels are more indifferent to their children and spend less time raising them.

6. Eunuchs lived 14 years longer

Due to the low content of testosterone in the body, they were more docile, emotionally stable. Did not get into fights, did not go on risky adventures, etc.

7. Testosterone does not significantly affect male libido

Lifestyle, nutrition, bad habits, and overall health have a much greater impact on men's sexual activity.

8. You should take a cautious approach to testosterone as a medication

Only a professional can prescribe testosterone for the treatment of severe hormonal diseases or cancer. Taking medication without prescription can inflict serious damage to the body: disrupted cognitive reflection, breast enlargement with increased breast gland tissue, infertility developing, 3 times increased risk of heart attack.

9. The level of testosterone affects the senses

Japanese scientists conducted an extraordinary study. It has been proven that even a slight decrease in the male sex hormone increases the sensitivity of the taste buds, which are located on the tongue. That is why ethnic Japanese are considered the best tastemakers in the world. After all, their testosterone level is slightly lower than that of men of other nationalities.

10. Increased testosterone levels are also reflected in men's appearance

These men have a deeper voice, developed muscles, a large neck triangle, increased "hairiness" on the body. They are also more likely to succeed in their careers.

Testosterone regulates many systems in the male body. It is important to maintain hormone levels anywhere in the normal range. Рroper nutrition, eight hours of sleep, an active lifestyle and an ability to manage stress will help you out.