Vital Health Indicator for Middle-Aged Men: My Testosterone Levels Determine Longevity.

With increasing understanding and interest in the health of middle-aged men, research on testosterone levels is gaining more attention. Recent studies have revealed that men with low testosterone levels are at a higher risk of premature death.

 

Testosterone is the male hormone, with normal levels ranging from 300 to 900 ng/dL in adult men. As men age, testosterone naturally declines, a process that can accelerate due to factors such as health issues or medication reactions. Decreased testosterone levels can lead to various problems such as fatigue and erectile dysfunction.

 

Through these research findings, middle-aged men should recognize the importance of regularly monitoring their testosterone levels and making efforts to maintain them through healthy lifestyle habits and regular exercise.

 

According to research findings, men with testosterone levels below 213 ng/dL are at a higher risk of premature death for any cause. For men with testosterone levels below 244 ng/dL, the risk of death from all causes was up to 9% higher compared to men with levels between 340 and 706 ng/dL, and for those with extremely low levels (below 153 ng/dL), the risk of death from cardiovascular disease was up to 32% higher.

 

However, these results don't imply that low testosterone levels directly cause higher mortality rates. The relationship between dehydrotestosterone concentration and all-cause mortality shows a non-linear pattern, and it's also associated with sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) concentration.

 

Through these research findings, middle-aged men should recognize the importance of regularly monitoring their testosterone levels and making efforts to maintain them through healthy lifestyle habits and regular exercise. Additionally, these findings should be utilized as crucial information for evaluating individual health status and taking appropriate measures through consultation with healthcare professionals. Let's not forget the importance of practicing healthy habits for a healthy old age.