In young, healthy men who regularly lift weights, eating a diet high in carbohydrates or high in fat—while maintaining sufficient protein and calories—does not change the levels of testosterone or estradiol in the blood.

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The Combination of a Diversified Intake of Carbohydrates and Fats and Supplementation of Vitamin D in a Diet Does Not Affect the Levels of Hormones (Testosterone, Estradiol, and Cortisol) in Men Practicing Strength Training for the Duration of 12 Weeks

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2020 Nov 1

Scientists gave two groups of guys who lift weights different diets—one with lots of carbs, one with lots of fat—but their testosterone and estrogen levels stayed the same either way. So, what you eat (as long as it’s not extreme) doesn’t mess with these hormones in healthy, active men.

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The Combination of a Diversified Intake of Carbohydrates and Fats and Supplementation of Vitamin D in a Diet Does Not Affect the Levels of Hormones (Testosterone, Estradiol, and Cortisol) in Men Practicing Strength Training for the Duration of 12 Weeks

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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17218057

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