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Does sugar lower testosterone? i have really bad acne and i'm confused on if i should lower or increase my sugar ? i'm trying to lower my t levels

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No: Don't you think that a medical professional handle your acne,and not attempt lowering your hormone on your own. Sugar does not lower testosterone

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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