Testosterone alone is not a replacement for lifestyle changes in older men at risk of type 2 diabetes, new study shows

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Testosterone treatment can improve body composition, glucose metabolism, and sexual function in older men at high risk of type 2 diabetes, but only when paired with lifestyle changes, according to research presented at the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago. The study challenges the notion that hormone therapy alone can address metabolic risk, suggesting that exercise, diet, and behavioral modifications remain essential. Researchers found testosterone didn't deliver its full benefits without concurrent lifestyle engagement, offering a more nuanced view of treatment options for aging men facing diabetes risk.