HCG
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
A hormone naturally produced during pregnancy, but highly utilized in men's health. In men, HCG mimics Luteinizing Hormone (LH), telling the testicles to produce testosterone and sperm. Crucial for men on TRT who want to prevent testicular shrinkage and maintain fertility.
FDA-approved medication
Fertility & Testicular Function
Often prescribed alongside TRT. Since TRT shuts down natural LH, HCG steps in to keep the testicles producing sperm and maintain their physical size.
Hormone Precursor Maintenance
By keeping the upstream testicular pathways active, HCG helps maintain levels of other neurosteroids (like pregnenolone and DHEA) that traditional TRT ignores.
Weight Loss (Controversial)
Historically used in the "HCG Diet" alongside extreme calorie restriction. Most modern evidence suggests the weight loss was entirely due to starvation, not the hormone.
Not medical advice. Talk to a licensed provider.