The 1% Testosterone Drop You Didn’t Notice

Every year after 30, men lose about 1% of their testosterone. That might not sound like much — but think about the accumulative effect. How much have you lost from age 30 to 40? Or age 30 to 50? 

You may not notice it at first. You’re still training, still eating well, still pushing. But your recovery feels slower. You’re a bit more tired after workouts. Fat seems to stick around your waist.

Sound familiar?

It’s Not Just “Aging” — It’s Detox

One of the biggest hidden reasons testosterone drops faster than it should is poor detoxification.

When toxins, plastics, and xenoestrogens (see Top 8 Xenoestrogens list below) build up in the body, they stimulate an enzyme called aromatase — which converts testosterone into estrogen. In other words, testosterone stealing!

So you can see that healthy testosterone is more than just testosterone production…..sure you want your body to make healthy amounts of testosterone, but you also want that testosterone to go in the right direction.

The Fix Isn’t Always More Testosterone

The key is to fix all pathways, not just production. And one of the most important pathways is detoxification. If you optimize detoxification, then you can prevent some of this 'testosterone stealing.'

Two Ways To Improve Testosterone Through Detoxification

1. Support Detoxification with Key Ingredients

atplab's Aromatek is designed to support healthy estrogen detoxification in men, so that testosterone can reclaim its role as the dominant hormone in the male body.

2. Limit Exposure to Toxins (Here's the Top 8):

Fragrances – Found in perfumes, air fresheners, and scented candles.

Plastics – Including food containers (especially those heated in the microwave) and disposable water bottles.

Receipts – Yes, handling receipts is a significant source of BPA (Bisphenol A) - a potent xenoestrogen.

Canned Foods – Many canned foods are lined with BPA, which can leach into the food.

Conventional Soaps and Shampoos – Most contain synthetic chemicals that mimic estrogen.

Cosmetics – Many cosmetics, especially conventional brands, contain parabens and phthalates, which act as xenoestrogens.

Tap Water – Municipal tap water contains significant amounts of pharmaceutical hormones (including birth control) which is estrogenic.

Food Dyes and Preservatives – Added ingredients in processed food also act as estrogens.