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Can exercising intensely (heavy weight lifting) daily for years with a balance diet of 1600-2300 calories cause suppression of pituitary hormones?

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No: Pituitary suppression occurs with the intake of thyroid or steroid supplements or certain other male or female hormones. I don't believe that calorie intake or level of physical exercise has any significant effect, but an endocrinologist is better qualified to advise you.

Answered 7/29/2015

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