October 2023 PMID 37798611

Cholesterol intake and serum total cholesterol levels are not associated with total testosterone levels in men: a cross-sectional study from NHANES 2013-2014.

Gederson K Gomes, Flávia M S de Branco, Heitor O Santos, Jaqueline L Pereira, Fábio L Orsatti, Erick P de Oliveira

Mentions

24
Peak: 3 in Dec 2024
across 6 sources since Oct 2023

Extended reach

41,069
potential audience

Total likes

303

Video views

17,064

Mentions per month

Oct 2023 – Dec 2025

Where it's discussed

  • Instagram8 posts
  • X / Twitter7 posts
  • TikTok3 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Reddit2 posts
  • News2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions include statements like 'Cholesterol intake and serum total cholesterol levels are not associated with testosterone levels in men,' indicating support for the findings, while some posts mention changing views, such as 'I was wrong about the body needing cholesterol from animal products,' showing personal engagement. The tone remains informational and reflective, suggesting moderate impact and interest.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge and support the study's conclusion that cholesterol does not affect testosterone levels.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show casual to moderate interest, with some reflecting on their understanding and the implications of the research.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include quotes from the publication and personal reflections, indicating a moderate level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversation recognizes the study's potential to influence health perceptions and dietary advice, but without dramatic claims.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found no link between how much cholesterol men consume or their blood cholesterol levels and the amount of testosterone they have.
  • Researchers analyzed data from almost 2,000 men aged 20 to 80 using dietary surveys and blood tests, adjusting for factors like age, BMI, diet, and lifestyle.
  • The results suggest that in US men, cholesterol intake and blood cholesterol levels do not influence serum testosterone levels.]

Top posts

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Mike Lustgarten, PhD
@mike_lustgarten · X

Cholesterol intake and serum total cholesterol levels are not associated with total testosterone levels in men https://t.co/zSy3zR9Agd

May 27, 2025 · 5 likes · 9,733 followers View post →
LLicit
@LLicit_Tweet · X

@DoctorTro Cholesterol intake and serum total cholesterol levels are not

Dec 29, 2024 · 1 like · 144 followers View post →
Ghaïs Guelaïa
@GeekNfit · X

Les données observationnelles les plus solides là-dessus ne semblent pas aller dans ce sens. https://t.co/XzOVOcTgnc

Dec 14, 2023 · 12,950 followers View post →
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@_R0SC0E_ · X

I was wrong about the body needing cholesterol from animal products to produce TT in the past. “A study found that dietary cholesterol intake and serum cholesterol levels were not associated with testosterone levels in men.” https://t.co/SQEttAeZeT

Sep 28, 2024 · 367 followers View post →
Gareth Barnard
@garethbarnard · X

@DavidMay00 @AlpacaAurelius "Dietary cholesterol intake and total cholesterol levels are not associated with testosterone levels in men from the USA." https://t.co/Disb8jVZoZ

Dec 1, 2024 · 297 followers View post →
Erick P de Oliveira
@erickpdeo · X

Cholesterol intake and serum total cholesterol levels are not associated with total testosterone levels in men https://t.co/zyI4BmA3ms

Oct 5, 2023 · 220 followers View post →

All mentions

Mike Lustgarten, PhD
@mike_lustgarten · X

Cholesterol intake and serum total cholesterol levels are not associated with total testosterone levels in men https://t.co/zSy3zR9Agd

May 27, 2025 · 5 likes · 9,733 followers View post →
LLicit
@LLicit_Tweet · X

@DoctorTro Cholesterol intake and serum total cholesterol levels are not

Dec 29, 2024 · 1 like · 144 followers View post →
LLicit
@LLicit_Tweet · X

@SamaHoole Statements & a picture of a meal versus actual research Cholesterol intake and serum total cholesterol levels are not

Dec 28, 2024 · 144 followers View post →
Gareth Barnard
@garethbarnard · X

@DavidMay00 @AlpacaAurelius "Dietary cholesterol intake and total cholesterol levels are not associated with testosterone levels in men from the USA." https://t.co/Disb8jVZoZ

Dec 1, 2024 · 297 followers View post →
.
@_R0SC0E_ · X

I was wrong about the body needing cholesterol from animal products to produce TT in the past. “A study found that dietary cholesterol intake and serum cholesterol levels were not associated with testosterone levels in men.” https://t.co/SQEttAeZeT

Sep 28, 2024 · 367 followers View post →
Ghaïs Guelaïa
@GeekNfit · X

Les données observationnelles les plus solides là-dessus ne semblent pas aller dans ce sens. https://t.co/XzOVOcTgnc

Dec 14, 2023 · 12,950 followers View post →
Erick P de Oliveira
@erickpdeo · X

Cholesterol intake and serum total cholesterol levels are not associated with total testosterone levels in men https://t.co/zyI4BmA3ms

Oct 5, 2023 · 220 followers View post →
Crossing i's Dotting t's Band - November Cold | TikTok
TikTok

doi: 10.1186/s12944-023-01928-7. PMID: Whittaker J. High-protein diets and testosterone. Nutr Health. 2023 Jun:29(2):185-191. doi: 10.1177/02601060221132922 ...

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... sem maluquice. Fonte: Toth et al., 2023 — DOI: 10.1186/s12944-023-01928-7 ---. more. View all 23 comments. 2 days ago · vinicius.rcruz. •.

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Reddit

There is evidence that dietary cholesterol is not associated with testosterone levels. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12944-023-01928-7. I would ...

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News

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