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March 2023 PMID 36577241

Correlation between serum zinc and testosterone: A systematic review.

Liger Te, Junsheng Liu, Jing Ma, Shusong Wang

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Peak: 6 in Dec 2024
across 3 sources since Dec 2022

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Dec 2022 – Nov 2025

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a generally positive perception of zinc's role in testosterone regulation, with users mentioning phrases like 'most dramatic at 25mg - 50mg / day' and 'eat more zinc if you want to be unstoppable,' which display enthusiasm and focus on practical implications. The tone fluctuates from supportive to skeptical, especially when some posts mention that zinc does not directly increase testosterone, illustrating mixed perceptions of the research's impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the positive relationship between zinc and testosterone, with several emphasizing zinc's potential benefits.

InterestHigh interest

Many comments express curiosity, mentioning dietary sources and supplementation, indicating high engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several posts cite specific aspects like zinc dosage, dietary sources, and physiological effects, showing moderate depth of involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest a recognition of zinc's importance in hormonal health, though there's some skepticism about the strength of the findings.

Abstract in brief

  • Zinc is an essential trace element that plays a crucial role in the hormonal functions, particularly in regulating testosterone levels in males.
  • Studies reviewed indicate that zinc deficiency leads to decreased testosterone, while zinc supplementation can enhance testosterone levels.
  • The effectiveness of zinc on testosterone varies based on initial zinc and testosterone levels, the form and dosage of zinc, and the duration of supplementation.
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FIREBLOOD
@firebloodsupps_ · X

Eat more zinc if you want to be unstoppable and want infinite energy levels. https://t.co/5IDnEWVvtG

Dec 5, 2024 · 15 likes · 3 shares · 16,337 followers View post →
UpToPhate
@UpToPhate · X

Correlation between serum zinc and testosterone: A systematic review https://t.co/UxppfeofKO

Dec 29, 2022 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 196 followers View post →
Metabolic Factor
@MetabolicFactor · X

Study Reference: “Correlation between serum zinc and testosterone: A systematic review” Published in: Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2022.127124

Sep 8, 2025 · 4 likes · 84,986 followers View post →
IJIR: Your Sexual Medicine Journal
@yoursexmedjour · X

10 Reasons You Can't Get It Up (and how to fix it) https://t.co/M5PqgFwC46 via @YouTube For related @yoursexmedjour

May 6, 2024 · 2 likes · 3,279 followers View post →
Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

@raipr10 @Arquitecto142 El zinc no aumenta la testo. Se usa como cofactor para su producción en células de leydig. Metánalisis de este año con solo 8 ensayos en humanos encuentra correlación entre niveles de zinc y testo en deficiencia del mineral o hipogonadismo. https://t.co/ojWO2XOkom Con las

Jul 9, 2023 · 1 like · 107,756 followers View post →
John
@ItsJohnPerez · X

(If you enjoyed, show your support by following @perezpectiv) LINKS TO STUDIES: 1. https://t.co/vrCQIBJVti (Fat and test.) 2. https://t.co/VFM6YEXYaA (fat and test.) 3. https://t.co/CoZ0W1b515 (vitamin D) 4. https://t.co/Isrc9bjWo5 (vitamin D) 5. https://t.co/ZPDunt3lQF

Nov 15, 2024 · 1 like · 1,150 followers View post →

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Metabolic Factor
@MetabolicFactor · X

Study Reference: “Correlation between serum zinc and testosterone: A systematic review” Published in: Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2022.127124

Sep 8, 2025 · 4 likes · 84,986 followers View post →
Didge
@DidjeeyKybalion · X

@PittGuru Foods are great but Zinc supplementation with these foods is the most dramatic at 25mg - 50mg / day https://t.co/RetPsz4v5v

Feb 24, 2025 · 646 followers View post →
Amanm_08
@Amanm_08 · X

RT @firebloodsupps_: Eat more zinc if you want to be unstoppable and want infinite energy levels. https://t.co/5IDnEWVvtG

Dec 5, 2024 · 3 shares · 259 followers View post →
Mitch Weitzman THR
@mitch8569 · X

RT @firebloodsupps_: Eat more zinc if you want to be unstoppable and want infinite energy levels. https://t.co/5IDnEWVvtG

Dec 5, 2024 · 3 shares · 5,043 followers View post →
tommy_defi
@defi__tommy · X

RT @firebloodsupps_: Eat more zinc if you want to be unstoppable and want infinite energy levels. https://t.co/5IDnEWVvtG

Dec 5, 2024 · 3 shares · 204 followers View post →
tommy
@tommycrypto777 · X

RT @firebloodsupps_: Eat more zinc if you want to be unstoppable and want infinite energy levels. https://t.co/5IDnEWVvtG

Dec 5, 2024 · 3 shares · 193 followers View post →
FIREBLOOD
@firebloodsupps_ · X

Eat more zinc if you want to be unstoppable and want infinite energy levels. https://t.co/5IDnEWVvtG

Dec 5, 2024 · 15 likes · 3 shares · 16,337 followers View post →
Lisa
@mzlizn · X

@AlpacaAurelius Zinc deficiency https://t.co/RrfbcHVWct

Dec 1, 2024 · 52 followers View post →
John
@ItsJohnPerez · X

(If you enjoyed, show your support by following @perezpectiv) LINKS TO STUDIES: 1. https://t.co/vrCQIBJVti (Fat and test.) 2. https://t.co/VFM6YEXYaA (fat and test.) 3. https://t.co/CoZ0W1b515 (vitamin D) 4. https://t.co/Isrc9bjWo5 (vitamin D) 5. https://t.co/ZPDunt3lQF

Nov 15, 2024 · 1 like · 1,150 followers View post →
Chad Brewbaker
@SMT_Solvers · X

@cherthedev @natashalennard @theintercept You can improve your test a lot with good nutrition. https://t.co/RHsWAtGM0Y

Aug 4, 2024 · 1,786 followers View post →
Nayan Rajput
@Nayan_Rajput11 · X

@avalokiteshvarx @i_prateekpandey @sacred_general What no? meat is rich in zinc which is the major component for the protein synthesis and testosterone building moreover the animal cholesterol helps in increasing test levels too check it out. https://t.co/ARd88QL7EH

Jun 20, 2024 · 1 like · 19 followers View post →
IJIR: Your Sexual Medicine Journal
@yoursexmedjour · X

10 Reasons You Can't Get It Up (and how to fix it) https://t.co/M5PqgFwC46 via @YouTube For related @yoursexmedjour

May 6, 2024 · 2 likes · 3,279 followers View post →
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@SrglnM · X

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Dec 19, 2023 · 3,234 followers View post →
Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

@raipr10 @Arquitecto142 El zinc no aumenta la testo. Se usa como cofactor para su producción en células de leydig. Metánalisis de este año con solo 8 ensayos en humanos encuentra correlación entre niveles de zinc y testo en deficiencia del mineral o hipogonadismo. https://t.co/ojWO2XOkom Con las

Jul 9, 2023 · 1 like · 107,756 followers View post →
Noemi Cuenca (Dietista-Nutricionista)
@noemicuencaq · X

RT @UpToPhate: Correlation between serum zinc and testosterone: A systematic review https://t.co/UxppfeofKO

Dec 31, 2022 · 2 shares · 539 followers View post →
newfik
@newfik_dy · X

RT @UpToPhate: Correlation between serum zinc and testosterone: A systematic review https://t.co/UxppfeofKO

Dec 29, 2022 · 2 shares · 1,173 followers View post →
UpToPhate
@UpToPhate · X

Correlation between serum zinc and testosterone: A systematic review https://t.co/UxppfeofKO

Dec 29, 2022 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 196 followers View post →