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Testosterone and Mitochondria

Meaning

Testosterone and mitochondria describes the crucial, interdependent relationship between the primary male androgen hormone and the cellular organelles responsible for energy production, the mitochondria. Testosterone is recognized as a key regulator of mitochondrial biogenesis, function, and efficiency in various tissues, notably muscle and bone. Optimal testosterone levels support the health and density of mitochondria, which is essential for sustained energy production and metabolic health. Age-related decline in testosterone is often correlated with mitochondrial dysfunction and reduced cellular bioenergetics.