HOW MUCH MAGNESIUM & ZINC TO INCREASE FREE TESTOSTERONE & LOWER SHBG - 6 REASONS FOR HIGHER DOSES 💊

About this video

• Video Title: HOW MUCH MAGNESIUM & ZINC TO INCREASE FREE TESTOSTERONE & LOWER SHBG - 6 REASONS FOR HIGHER DOSES 💊
• Channel: Team 3D Alpha
• Speakers: Megan
• Duration: 10:26

Overview

This video addresses the question of how much magnesium and zinc to take to increase free testosterone and lower SHBG. The speaker explains six reasons why higher doses of these minerals might be beneficial, especially for individuals with high activity levels, emphasizing the importance of considering elemental dosage, bioavailability, and the difference between RDAs for deficiency prevention versus optimization.

Key takeaways

• Recommended Elemental Dosages: The speaker personally aims for at least 600 mg of elemental magnesium and 40-60 mg of elemental zinc per day.
• Importance of Elemental Dosage: It's crucial to consider the "elemental" amount of the mineral, as the salt it's bound to contributes to the total weight but not the active mineral content.
• Higher Needs for Active Individuals: People who train frequently, sweat a lot, and need to repair their bodies have higher nutrient needs than the average sedentary person.
• RDAs vs. Optimization: Recommended Daily Allowances (RDAs) are set to prevent deficiencies, not to optimize health, performance, or muscle growth.
• Factors Affecting Absorption: Bioavailability, competition between minerals for absorption, soil depletion affecting food content, and genetic factors can all impact how much of a mineral your body actually absorbs.
• Dosage and Toxicity: While higher doses might be beneficial, it's important to stay within safe, non-toxic limits, understanding that the body often follows an inverted U-shaped curve for nutrient effectiveness.