Testosterone & the heart
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An increasing number of studies have shown an association between high testosterone and low cardiovascular disease rates in men. Testosterone is a muscle building hormone, with many receptor sites in the heart. The weakening of the heart muscle as we age can sometimes be attributed to testosterone deficiency. Testosterone is not only responsible for maintaining heart muscle protein synthesis, but it promotes coronary artery dilation (good circulation) and helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels as well.