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Nutr J May 2022 PMID 35578259

The association between caffeine intake and testosterone: NHANES 2013-2014.

Frank E Glover, William Michael Caudle, Francesco Del Giudice, Federico Belladelli, Evan Mulloy, Eniola Lawal, Michael L Eisenberg

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Peak: 13 in May 2022
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What people are saying

The social discussions show a strong agreement with the notion that caffeine consumption may negatively impact testosterone, as seen in statements like 'study shows reduced T in coffee drinking men' and mentions of inverse relationships. The tone is largely informational, with references to research, and keywords like 'association,' 'study,' and 'effects' underscore a focus on scientific findings, indicating high interest and moderate engagement.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most responses recognize or support the findings that higher caffeine intake may be associated with lower testosterone levels, showing strong consensus.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions reflect high curiosity about the topic, especially regarding health implications and associations, evidenced by mentions of health consequences and scientific studies.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many users reference specific studies, mention hormones, and debate implications, indicating a moderate level of deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the topic has some influence, as participants refer to research data and health outcomes, though overall impact appears moderate.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explored how caffeine intake may be linked to lower testosterone levels in men, finding that higher caffeine consumption is associated with decreased testosterone and specific caffeine metabolites in the blood.
  • Results showed significant inverse relationships between testosterone and several caffeine metabolites, suggesting that caffeine might negatively affect male reproductive health, though some metabolites like theobromine and theophylline did not show a clear link.
  • The researchers call for further studies to confirm these findings and better understand the biological mechanisms behind caffeine's potential impact on testosterone and male hormonal balance.
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J P Fanton
@HealthyFellow · X

Association between #caffeine intake & #testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014 https://t.co/s28WKyNZNX Attn: @_atanas_ @_INPST @ScienceCommuni2 @DHPSP @WillBrink @DrBubbs @ToshiyukiHorie @hormonedietdoc @EddieRDMD @kojija @robbwolf @foundmyfitness @hubermanlab @humanOS_me @daveasprey https://t.co/vrHB9zWV3G

May 17, 2022 · 13 likes · 8 shares · 26,029 followers View post →
Fat Fighting
@FatFightingClub · X

รวมไปถึงปริมาณของคาเฟอีน ว่าแต่ละระดับมีผลมากน้อยยังไง ตรงนี้ก็ลองไปตัดสินใจกันดูครับ ว่าถ้ามันส่งผลให้เทสต่ำ เราเอาไงดี ลดกาแฟ หรือฉีดเทสเพิ่มเลย 555 หยอกๆ ไม่ต้องรีบตื่นตกใจนะครับ ... ส่วนผมขอตัวแป๊บ เดี๋ยวเอากาแฟไปทิ้งก่อน https://t.co/Blm5MwwTLq

May 23, 2022 · 7 likes · 1 share · 10,013 followers View post →
Ale Garcia
@GYM_EXTREMO · X

Relación entre el consumo de cafeina y la testosterona https://t.co/hvRF2L8zTc.

Nov 12, 2022 · 6 likes · 3 shares · 99,409 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

The association between caffeine intake and testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014 (open access) https://t.co/KXI1Bx9YiU #nutrition #diet #men #hormones #caffeine https://t.co/A2dGg0Qtm1

May 21, 2022 · 6 likes · 19,138 followers View post →
Más Madrid | Salud
@MasMadridSalud · X

☕Estudio observacional asocia la Cafeína a bajos niveles de Tetosterona

Jun 8, 2022 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 2,115 followers View post →
Ben Bernabe
@yogawithben · X

Studies have shown that for low dose of caffeine exposure, the effects on testosterone levels are positive, and for high caffeine levels inverse associations between caffeine and testosterone were observed: https://t.co/QgpQiftZCP

Jan 3, 2023 · 2 likes · 10,977 followers View post →

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Finkatron 3000
@FINKADELPHIA · X

RT @vrkumar8: @FINKADELPHIA Possible link with caffeine intake and lower testosterone too

May 18, 2025 · 1 share · 7,057 followers View post →
Varun Kumar
@vrkumar8 · X

@FINKADELPHIA Possible link with caffeine intake and lower testosterone too

May 18, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,441 followers View post →
Kiki - 1111
@BC_Prad · X

@RameseSanders This study shows reduced T in coffee drinking men. No mention of estrogen though. https://t.co/wQidLmMfCO

May 29, 2024 · 423 followers View post →
Logan Trudell - Reclaim Your Vitality
@PresentlyLogan · X

Caffeine and it's relation to decreasing testosterone. https://t.co/xQqKXLxLGy https://t.co/JtkgJJxHXG

Mar 28, 2024 · 1 like · 1,768 followers View post →
Rick McDuck
@ricklorion · X

@ThorTorrens https://t.co/17ERix4BVw https://t.co/59bexXBMOi

Mar 6, 2024 · 63 followers View post →
Steve U
@rgblight · X

@TuckerCarlson https://t.co/bCPsLfD5QY

Jul 11, 2023 · 502 followers View post →
Jan Almasy
@TheJanAlmasy · X

Here’s the link: https://t.co/xf1vuC5m2x

Jun 18, 2023 · 64 followers View post →
Sky Savage
@skyy_savage · X

@Cobratate https://t.co/74lr8oVBqB

Jun 3, 2023 · 131 followers View post →
remb
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@The_G_Genie @Starbucks Not possible if they. https://t.co/MYkwHRzAK3

Apr 7, 2023 · 9 followers View post →
Ben Bernabe
@yogawithben · X

Studies have shown that for low dose of caffeine exposure, the effects on testosterone levels are positive, and for high caffeine levels inverse associations between caffeine and testosterone were observed: https://t.co/QgpQiftZCP

Jan 3, 2023 · 2 likes · 10,977 followers View post →
Bruno de la Rocha - CRN2 19064
@Keto_Dude · X

@odilimichael4 Studies generally link higher caffeine levels to lower testosterone levels in men. Here are some: https://t.co/9jkBK2XY96 https://t.co/vypXUPtnqo

Dec 5, 2022 · 14,118 followers View post →
johnny wilmar rosas
@RosasJohnny · X

RT @GYM_EXTREMO: Relación entre el consumo de cafeina y la testosterona https://t.co/hvRF2L8zTc.

Nov 12, 2022 · 3 shares · 152 followers View post →
Bruno Zunino Macció
@BrunoZunino · X

RT @GYM_EXTREMO: Relación entre el consumo de cafeina y la testosterona https://t.co/hvRF2L8zTc.

Nov 12, 2022 · 3 shares · 216 followers View post →
Ale Garcia
@GYM_EXTREMO · X

Relación entre el consumo de cafeina y la testosterona https://t.co/hvRF2L8zTc.

Nov 12, 2022 · 6 likes · 3 shares · 99,409 followers View post →
Food RX Blueprint | Dr. Jodi Leslie
@FoodRXBlueprint · X

High caffeine use may lower testosterone levels in men. Effects of low testosterone include weight gain, erectile dysfunction, and decreased fertility. https://t.co/abtpMxoh0p #prevention #health #diet #caffeine #testosterone #Hawaii https://t.co/xX4rypBVEA

Jun 22, 2022 · 24 followers View post →
Más Madrid Bustarviejo
@MasBustarviejo · X

RT @MasMadridSalud: ☕Estudio observacional asocia la Cafeína a bajos niveles de Tetosterona

Jun 8, 2022 · 2 shares · 408 followers View post →
Más Madrid Sanse
@mas_sanse · X

RT @MasMadridSalud: ☕Estudio observacional asocia la Cafeína a bajos niveles de Tetosterona

Jun 8, 2022 · 2 shares · 1,157 followers View post →
Más Madrid | Salud
@MasMadridSalud · X

☕Estudio observacional asocia la Cafeína a bajos niveles de Tetosterona

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@Peachfallin1 · X

RT @FatFightingClub: รวมไปถึงปริมาณของคาเฟอีน ว่าแต่ละระดับมีผลมากน้อยยังไง ตรงนี้ก็ลองไปตัดสินใจกันดูครับ ว่าถ้ามันส่งผลให้เทสต่ำ เราเอาไ…

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Fat Fighting
@FatFightingClub · X

รวมไปถึงปริมาณของคาเฟอีน ว่าแต่ละระดับมีผลมากน้อยยังไง ตรงนี้ก็ลองไปตัดสินใจกันดูครับ ว่าถ้ามันส่งผลให้เทสต่ำ เราเอาไงดี ลดกาแฟ หรือฉีดเทสเพิ่มเลย 555 หยอกๆ ไม่ต้องรีบตื่นตกใจนะครับ ... ส่วนผมขอตัวแป๊บ เดี๋ยวเอากาแฟไปทิ้งก่อน https://t.co/Blm5MwwTLq

May 23, 2022 · 7 likes · 1 share · 10,013 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

The association between caffeine intake and testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014 (open access) https://t.co/KXI1Bx9YiU #nutrition #diet #men #hormones #caffeine https://t.co/A2dGg0Qtm1

May 21, 2022 · 6 likes · 19,138 followers View post →
Best Health 4 You
@besthealthyou · X

RT @HealthyFellow: Association between #caffeine intake & #testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014 https://t.co/s28WKyNZNX Attn: @_atanas_ @_INPST @…

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Black Dragon
@Black_Dragon123 · X

RT @HealthyFellow: Association between #caffeine intake & #testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014 https://t.co/s28WKyNZNX Attn: @_atanas_ @_INPST @…

May 17, 2022 · 8 shares · 2,160 followers View post →
MyJournals
@myjournals · X

The association between caffeine intake and testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014 https://t.co/NQjZ99IYKG

May 17, 2022 · 557 followers View post →
Eduard
@edxxi · X

RT @HealthyFellow: Association between #caffeine intake & #testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014 https://t.co/s28WKyNZNX Attn: @_atanas_ @_INPST @…

May 17, 2022 · 8 shares · 3,756 followers View post →
Bernie Simon
@Jinzang · X

Study suggests that caffeine lowers testosterone levels https://t.co/hshlv8DlrP

May 17, 2022 · 455 followers View post →
Orlando_uy
@Orlando_uy · X

The association between caffeine intake and testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014. In a nationally representative sample of U.S. adult men, the researchers observed an inverse association between caffeine and serum testosterone. https://t.co/wPxRvtrwNA

May 17, 2022 · 1 like · 694 followers View post →
International Natural Product Sciences Taskforce
@_INPST · X

RT @HealthyFellow: Association between #caffeine intake & #testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014 https://t.co/s28WKyNZNX Attn: @_atanas_ @_INPST @…

May 17, 2022 · 8 shares · 10,288 followers View post →
Science Communication
@ScienceCommuni2 · X

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Atanas G. Atanasov
@_atanas_ · X

RT @HealthyFellow: Association between #caffeine intake & #testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014 https://t.co/s28WKyNZNX Attn: @_atanas_ @_INPST @…

May 17, 2022 · 8 shares · 123,935 followers View post →
J P Fanton
@HealthyFellow · X

Association between #caffeine intake & #testosterone: NHANES 2013–2014 https://t.co/s28WKyNZNX Attn: @_atanas_ @_INPST @ScienceCommuni2 @DHPSP @WillBrink @DrBubbs @ToshiyukiHorie @hormonedietdoc @EddieRDMD @kojija @robbwolf @foundmyfitness @hubermanlab @humanOS_me @daveasprey https://t.co/vrHB9zWV3G

May 17, 2022 · 13 likes · 8 shares · 26,029 followers View post →