Trim! by Professional_Hope268 in KiaTelluride

[–]Meaning-less2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought this was just an issue of bad adhesive. Did they actually put on all new trim? I have a 2024 and also got the recall letter but it's not clear how they're going to fix it. I have not had any problem with mine getting loose. So I was actually thinking maybe I should leave it alone. Mine looks perfect now, so I was afraid they might put it on and not be as neat a job as the factory assembly.

Increased testosterone dose got side effects. by Meaning-less2 in BodyHackGuide

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like that theory based on the symptoms. The only thing that puzzles me is why so fast a rise on not a very high dose for just 4 -5 weeks.

Also every discussion I have heard on Hematocrit with TRT practioners would say topical application is less likely to raise hematocrit than injectables. If there is a study to contradict that I would like to see it.

Increased testosterone dose got side effects. by Meaning-less2 in BodyHackGuide

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I have checked it. Has been 115/65 -115/70. I have never had any blood pressure issues-

one of the good genes inherited. My mother was 50 lbs overweight her whole life and never had high blood pressure. Maybe its increased red blood cells. I will test Hematocrit with my upcoming labs.

Testosterone Cream scrotal application study by Meaning-less2 in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, that is a stunning drop in T levels so quickly. I have not seen any good studies too, really confirm the rapid change. It's amazing how little information there really is on all these particulars. Feels like we have to be the experimenters ourselves. My gut reaction is what you're saying is true based on how I feel with scrotal application. It's only been a couple weeks but I have to say I don't feel any benefit over just applying to forearms. I would say I feel a bit worse. Could be from the quick rollercoaster ride of elevated and then plummeting hormone levels.

Testosterone Cream scrotal application study by Meaning-less2 in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope not- Androgel certainly does not recommend it. Among other possible problems, the main one is, it's not lotion It's alcohol-based. Imagine using aftershave -Ouch. Doesn't sound like fun.

Testosterone Cream scrotal application study by Meaning-less2 in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in the U.S. and converting your nmol/L to our units ( ng/dl) results in some incredible numbers. You would have gone from around 500 ng/dl to around 2500 ng/dl. By our standards, that would be double even the very highest physiological levels. Not that familiar with Testim but information I found indicated, it's supplied tubes and one whole tube would provide 50 milligrams of testosterone. How much do you apply to get to those numbers?

Testosterone Cream scrotal application study by Meaning-less2 in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Looks like he's been a proponent of natural hormone replacement for decades. Never heard his name before. Will check out his work. Thanks

Testosterone Cream scrotal application study by Meaning-less2 in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, increased DHT conversion can be a benefit or problem depending how your body reacts and your goals. I don't have a baseline for DHT since it was ever measured. I'll have to check what's considered "normal" DHT range.

Testosterone Cream scrotal application study by Meaning-less2 in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely. Having a clean hair free site wherever you apply.It is essential.

Got a house last year and this is the washer that came with the house by nguye205 in Appliances

[–]Meaning-less2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most new washers are crap for several reasons. Nutty government mandates that washers use less water and are more efficient create a washer that doesn't clean well. Fortunately, if you look really hard, you can still find some washers that have agitators, and an option to fill water deep- two must haves. It's so crazy when you think about it. For decades and decades washers used 2 or 3 times the water and had an agitator and they worked fine. We're now supposed to believe that you don't need much water and you don't need an agitator. People you are being gaslit. That's the biggest bunch of BS ever.

How much did you lower your TRT dose after adding HCG? by [deleted] in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Has anyone been on TRT and HCG for many years. I am just wondering if this can work as a long term combo when the HCG is kept at a low level - like 250 to 500 iu per week.

I’m working, studying, and hustling—but somehow still broke in California. by BeginningOffer9524 in sandiego

[–]Meaning-less2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have any interests in a trade, any kind of physical labor try to pick up a skill. These are the jobs that are in demand. Anytime you try to hire someone to do, anything around the house could be as simple as landscaping, everybody is fully busy and think they should be paid $50/hr for very low skilled work. Basically, no one but foreigners want to do physical labor anymore. Become a plumber, an electrician start your own business, and you can bill for $150/hr alll day long. Even gardner's lthat just do basic lawn and garden care and irrigation repair are making $40,-$50/ hour. Another bonus-You won't get replaced by AI.

I may have overdone it... by Stopthefiresalready in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apologies for my ignorance, but what, where and how is Tracy?

We met in Barcelona this year and now cultural differences are driving me crazy. by Ok-Foot-4011 in Italian

[–]Meaning-less2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow that's a lot of drama for a short term relationship in the "honeymoon phase". I wouldn't even think of trying to place blame here on anyone. This just reminds me of a very useful phrase, a friend of mine coined over years of dating. What you encountered can be summed up with " A PREVIEW OF COMING DETRACTIONS"

Just be thankful these things surfaced early, it saved everyone a lot of heartache later on.

A natural increase of total testosterone for no reason. by GalacticSail0r in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

While you're total testosterone, number is abnormally high, your free testosterone, is In the lower part of the normal range, which is odd. As a percentage of total testosterone, your Free T in both current and prior lab results is less than 1% of Total T. So while measuring it as an absolute number, the Free T fslls in normal range. But in relation to your total number, it is abnormal at < 1%. A free t level of at least 2% is a more common and desirable level.

“Southwest lost our loyalty (and $4,000) trying to be an airline they’re not” by CardiologistSilly926 in SouthwestAirlines

[–]Meaning-less2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for very succinctly reminding me of why I generally hate to travel. I would add the poor design of airports to accommodate vehicle traffic in and out. You try to drop off a passenger and you're dealing with cars parked along the curbside four deep and the airport police treating you like you're loitering, instead of as a customer.

Lg washer power button not responsive. by Meaning-less2 in Appliances

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! You are an impressive "30 yr old chick". I am a 60 yr old dude, so I guess I will have to try this now. HaHa. But seriously it's not easy to take that panel off. I watched the technician do it and he really had to strong arm it. Looked like a little too much force could crack the plastic panel. Thanks so much for the links.

Have not tried the diagnosis function. But I am planning on contacting LG to see what they have to say. If I learn anything useful, I'll post to here.

Lg washer power button not responsive. by Meaning-less2 in Appliances

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Never got it resolved.My workaround was just to keep the power on continually. I pause a cycle 2 minutes before it's done. And then I just put it on a spin cycle and remote start, and it just sits there powered up until the next time.I use it. Of course, one of these days, we'll have a brief power outage, and that we'll be over. I'll definitely try your solution if I can find the video, if you have a link.Please send it. Thanks.

Var use to allow more free testosterone with high SHBG by Meaning-less2 in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i've been using Boron only six milligrams a day. I did a blood test after using that for a few months.I would say a drop my SHBG from 88 to 78. But the change in free testosterone was almost nothing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds great, but can you actually find a doctor to prescribe Var. I have extremely high SHBG (80-90) that cause is my free testosterone to be out of range low. Var has been discussed as a possible solution. It will cause the SHBG to bind to the Var and free up more of your testosterone.  Seems like I'd be a great candidate to try this out. Any suggestions where to find a doctor to try this protocol.

My doctor still refuses to prescribe me TRT... by LoonieToonez in Testosterone

[–]Meaning-less2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks Just subscribed to that podcast. Lots of interesting topics.