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TRT + low dose oxandrolone would lower SHGB and increase free testosterone, correct?
AlphaMD's Answer
There are no prescription medications that would lower your SHBG, and thereby raise your free T. But OTC options include boron, zinc, magnesium, and vitamin D all have been shown to lower SHBG. High protein/low carb diets have been proven to lower SHBG. Spearmint and licorice might lower SHBG a bit as well.
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