Men with low testosterone may be at a greater risk for developing or dying from heart disease. This is according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM).

We know that over time, low testosterone can lead to a number of undesirable things (ex. increased in body fat, strength and muscle loss, decreased sex drive and ability, hair loss, fatigue, etc.), but now there may be a connection between low T and heart disease. Learn more about the symptoms of low testosterone.

Existing research conducted over the past 43 years was evaluated and evidence points to the fact that low testosterone may lead to heart problems. The specific cause, however could not be determined. That is, a cause and effect relationship is unknown.

They did find that there is no substantial evidence connecting low testosterone with the hardening and narrowing of the arteries (which are the general culprits of heart attacks and strokes). This could be some of the only good news we get from these findings – that testosterone levels do not indicate heart attack risk.

One interesting finding was that fact that men treated with testosterone replacement therapy did not see an improvement in heart health. This is certainly not good news and gives us more reason to focus on preventing low testosterone in the first place. It may also give us reason to explore other alternatives to testosterone replacement therapy (for example, lifestyle changes and natural supplements).  Read here about other ways to help prevent testosterone loss.

Researchers admit that there are gaps in their understanding of low t and heart disease and believe that additional research is needed. They cannot, however rule out the possibility that both low t and heart disease are a result from poor health in general.

The message here? Focus on preventing low testosterone in the first place!

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Sources: U.S. News and World Report – Health and Science Daily