December 2016 PMID 27383665

Serum Testosterone Concentrations and Urinary Bisphenol A, Benzophenone-3, Triclosan, and Paraben Levels in Male and Female Children and Adolescents: NHANES 2011-2012.

Franco Scinicariello, Melanie C Buser

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across 5 sources since May 2019

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May 2019 – Aug 2025

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What people are saying

The overall digital discussions reveal a focus on health and hormone topics, with many posts sharing practical advice like 'How to increase testosterone naturally' and referencing scientific articles. The tone varies from informational to promotional, with some commenters emphasizing the potential dangers of chemicals like oxybenzone, while others offer health tips or product endorsements. This mixture of tones and content illustrates a moderate interest and perceived impact within the community, though depth of engagement remains relatively surface-level.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

Among the discussions, there is a mixed stance—some posts acknowledge the study's findings on chemical exposure and hormone levels, while others seem to downplay or overlook the scientific nuances.

InterestModerate interest

Several discussions revolve around how to naturally boost testosterone and the health impacts of chemicals like BPA and triclosan, indicating a moderate level of curiosity.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific chemicals, health concerns, and methods to influence testosterone, showing a moderate depth of involvement but mostly through sharing links and general comments.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations highlight widespread concern over environmental chemicals and their health effects, suggesting some perceived significance, though mostly in the context of general awareness rather than urgent action.

Abstract in brief

  • The study analyzes how exposure to environmental chemicals like BPA, BP3, triclosan, and parabens relates to testosterone levels in children and adolescents, finding that some chemicals are linked to lower or higher testosterone depending on sex and age.
  • In adolescent boys, BP3 and BPA are associated with decreased testosterone, while in girls, BPA correlates with increased testosterone; the effects of TCS and parabens are less clear.
  • The findings suggest sex-specific and age-related differences in how these chemicals impact hormone levels, but the study's cross-sectional nature means more research is needed to confirm these results.]

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Environmental Health Perspectives
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MOST READ RESEARCH last week: Serum Testosterone Concentrations and Urinary Bisphenol A, Benzophenone-3, Triclosan, and Paraben Levels in Male and Female Children and Adolescents: NHANES 2011–2012 ➡️ https://t.co/mVKUgSRbmw

May 13, 2019 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 10,763 followers View post →
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@EHPonline · X

EHP IN THE MEDIA: A 2016 study in EHP reported an association between higher serum concentrations of oxybenzone and lower levels of testosterone in U.S. teen boys. https://t.co/VLX8nHHPNE @CNN #ICYMI Read the EHP article ➡ https://t.co/YHb0sM1uhb

Aug 28, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 10,763 followers View post →
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Most non-mineral sunscreens have an ingredient called oxybenzone, which has been shown to lower testosterone levels. https://t.co/q0l3yt5L5S

Feb 10, 2025 · 2 likes · 85 followers View post →
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@NPR National Library of Medicine https://t.co/wrqUICz1vL - DOI: 10.1289/EHP150

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EHP IN THE MEDIA: A 2016 study in EHP reported an association between higher serum concentrations of oxybenzone and lower levels of testosterone in U.S. teen boys. https://t.co/VLX8nHHPNE @CNN #ICYMI Read the EHP article ➡ https://t.co/YHb0sM1uhb

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@EHPonline · X

MOST READ RESEARCH last week: Serum Testosterone Concentrations and Urinary Bisphenol A, Benzophenone-3, Triclosan, and Paraben Levels in Male and Female Children and Adolescents: NHANES 2011–2012 ➡️ https://t.co/mVKUgSRbmw

May 13, 2019 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 10,763 followers View post →