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Do Testosterone Boosters Even Do Anything? Doctors Set the Record Straight

Do Testosterone Boosters Even Do Anything? Doctors Set the Record Straight

Update: 2025-12-04
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In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about how over-the-counter "testosterone boosters" offer minimal real benefit—and explore growing concerns about youth sexual development amid the rising dominance of hentai and AI-driven fantasy porn.

00:00 - Introduction and Listener's Question
Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler kick off the episode by answering a listener's question about whether any over-the-counter supplements can genuinely boost testosterone.

01:30 - Exploring Testosterone Supplements
They break down the evidence behind popular "T-boosters," noting that most show minimal real hormonal impact compared to medically supervised testosterone therapy.

07:42 - The Rise of Hentai Porn
Dr. Brandon introduces the growing dominance of hentai porn among young viewers and why its aggressive, fantastical nature is becoming a central concern in sexual health.

11:04 - Exploring Pornography Trends
The doctors analyze Pornhub's year-in-review data to show how rapidly porn preferences shift and how digital culture is reshaping sexual interests.

13:22 - The Rise of Non-Human Porn
They discuss the cultural shift toward non-human erotic content and how this parallels the rise of immersive gaming and fantasy-based digital worlds.

17:05 Impact on Future Sexual Behavior
Dr. Brandon raises concerns about how early exposure to extreme, non-human sexual imagery may shape future arousal templates and relational development in young people.

Resources:
Morgentaler, A., & Reyes Vayo, L. (n.d.). The T boosters: What's the evidence?

With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon

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Do Testosterone Boosters Even Do Anything? Doctors Set the Record Straight

Do Testosterone Boosters Even Do Anything? Doctors Set the Record Straight

Dr. Marianne Brandon and Dr. Abraham Morgentaler