Promised as a shortcut to gaining strength, energy and muscle mass, testosterone has become an obsession on social media. But to what extent does the hormone really deliver these benefits? Did you know, by the way, that it may not work as expected?
Furthermore, when is testosterone replacement really necessary? And do the benefits outweigh the risks?
In this video, BBC News Brasil explains five reasons why testosterone may not work as promised and may even cause health problems.
Experts explain why the use of the hormone, whether in capsules, gels, patches or injections, can have limited effects when there is no medical indication, is done without specialized supervision or involves inadequate doses.
Read the full report in text here.
