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New Clinical Study: HIIT Exercise + Hemp seed on Testosterone and Antioxidant Levels
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New Clinical Study: HIIT Exercise + Hemp seed on Testosterone and Antioxidant Levels

Sweat for Success: Apparently HIIT Boosts Testosterone, Even If Hemp Seeds Fall Short

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Ben Caplan, MD
Jun 04, 2024
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BC: In this section of my Substack, I share my take on recent literature. Plus, a touch of humor to keep the learning light + funny!

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Keeping fit in today's busy world is tough, especially if you're stuck at a desk all day. We all know how important it is to stay active and eat well, but finding the time and energy can be a challenge for even the most motivated people. One thing that can make a big difference in overall health is maintaining good testosterone levels and a strong antioxidant status. This blog explores a curious new study out of Iran that explored how an eight-week high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program and hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) seed intake affected testosterone levels in young men who aren't very active. Published in *Endocrine* (2024), this study gives us some great insights into how these approaches can improve our health.

Wait a minute, why do we care about Testosterone or Antioxidants?

Testosterone Levels are important because…

  1. Muscle Mass and Strength

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