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Testosterone replacement therapy gives your body the hormonal signal to build muscle, burn fat, and perform at a higher level. But without the right nutritional inputs, you’re leaving results on the table. Think of TRT as the engine upgrade — your diet is the fuel grade.
Protein is the building block of every adaptation TRT enables — muscle growth, recovery, tissue repair.
Target: 0.8–1.0g per pound of bodyweight daily
Top protein sources for men on TRT:
Dietary fat is essential for hormone production. Cholesterol is literally the precursor to testosterone. Men who go too low-fat often see diminished TRT benefits.
Target: 25–35% of total calories from fat
Best fat sources:
Avoid: Trans fats, excessive omega-6 from seed oils (soybean, canola, corn oil)
Carbohydrates fuel training performance and recovery. Men on TRT who train hard need adequate carbs to support glycogen replenishment and insulin-mediated nutrient delivery to muscle.
Target: 1.5–2.5g per pound of bodyweight on training days; reduce by 20–30% on rest days
Best sources:
Critical for testosterone production and aromatase regulation. Most men are deficient.
Supports over 300 enzymatic processes including sleep quality, muscle function, and testosterone metabolism.
Acts as a hormone precursor. Low vitamin D is strongly correlated with low testosterone.
Emerging research shows boron may reduce SHBG (sex hormone-binding globulin), increasing free testosterone availability.
| Meal | Timing | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Meal 1 | Morning | Protein + fats (eggs, avocado, meat) |
| Meal 2 | Midday | Protein + carbs + vegetables |
| Pre-Workout | 60–90 min before training | Carbs + moderate protein |
| Post-Workout | Within 60 min after training | Protein + fast carbs (whey + rice) |
| Meal 5 | Evening | Protein + fats + vegetables |
Limit or eliminate:
You don’t need to be perfect. Hit your protein target, eat whole foods 80% of the time, train hard, and sleep well. The hormonal foundation from TRT does the heavy lifting — your job is to not get in its way.
Nutrition amplifies what TRT starts. Get your hormone panel for $99 and let us build your complete optimization protocol.
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