Sunlight & Testosterone: Why Levels Should Peak in the Summer

Studies show testosterone fluctuates seasonally, peaking in the summer months and declining in the winter. 

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Key Takeaways:

 
02:35 Testosterone levels peak during August and September and decline in winter.

03:30 More sunlight and higher temperature correspond with higher testosterone.

05:15 Changes in melatonin byproducts impact testosterone.

06:05 Physical activity is a potent stimulus of testosterone production.

08:44 Chronic UV exposure, in animal models, increased levels of sex hormones and more sexual responsiveness in humans.

10:10 Tentacle tanning may work, but it needs study.

12:45 Lower disease risk and mortality in men is linked with higher testosterone.

13:00 Low fat diets decrease T in men.

14:40 Zinc, boron, vitamin D, and magnesium impact testosterone.