by L Richardson

Evidence shows that over the past few decades, testosterone levels in American men have dropped significantly. This decline appears to be more than a coincidence, raising concerns about threats to men’s health and well-being. The issue is already affecting many.

It’s essential to raise awareness about how declining testosterone levels may impact men’s health and society as a whole.

Recent data show that testosterone levels in American men have been decreasing by about 1.2% per year [1], nearly three times the expected age-related decline of 0.4% [1]. Individual measurements show a 1.6% yearly drop [1]. These changes suggest factors beyond natural aging may be involved.

Young men are also affected. Testosterone levels in adolescent and young adult males steadily decreased from 1999 to 2016 [2]. For example, mean total testosterone decreased from 605.39 ng/dL in 1999-2000 to 451.22 ng/dL in 2015-2016 [2], a 25% decrease over 16 years.

This decline is not only linked to obesity. Men with normal BMI also experienced significant drops in testosterone during this period [2], suggesting other factors may be contributing.

The decline in testosterone levels among American men has accelerated over the past two decades [1]. These population-level changes exceed what would be expected from natural aging alone [1]. Dr. Shalender Bhasin from Boston University School of Medicine describes this trend as “disquieting” and is concerned about its “public health effect on American men” [1].

Research suggests that exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals may play a role in declining testosterone levels. These substances can interfere with normal hormonal function and have been linked to increased rates of male reproductive issues [3]. For example, phthalates can block Leydig cell receptors and disrupt testosterone synthesis, while glyphosate can affect spermatogonial differentiation and spermatogenesis [4]. Microplastics and other environmental toxins are also present in food, water, and homes, potentially affecting hormone production. The FDA has recognized this issue and brought together experts to discuss how “millions of men are at risk of low testosterone” [5].

Testosterone deficiency affects about 20% of young men aged 15-39 [2]. Low testosterone levels are associated with increased risks of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, Alzheimer’s, and diabetes [6]. Men with low testosterone may also experience fatigue, weakness, and reduced sex drive [7].

The effects of declining testosterone go beyond physical health. Some historians have suggested that reduced physical capacity, possibly related to hormonal changes, played a role in the decline of past societies such as the Roman Empire. These observations highlight the potential broader impacts of hormonal health on society. (Roman lead poisoning theory, 2024)

Possible causes of testosterone decline include chemical exposure, dietary factors, and environmental toxins that have not been fully addressed. Focusing solely on short-term solutions may prevent people from understanding and addressing the underlying ecological factors that affect hormonal health. (Environmental Factors-Induced Oxidative Stress: Hormonal and Molecular Pathway Disruptions in Hypogonadism and Erectile Dysfunction, 2021)

III. The Core Issue: Significant Decline in Testosterone Levels

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Scientific data show that testosterone levels in American men continue to decline at a concerning rate. These changes are often linked to environmental factors that are not immediately visible.

Studies estimate a 1-2% yearly drop in testosterone levels since the 1980s, resulting in an estimated 15-25% reduction over one generation. Some projections suggest that if current trends continue, sperm counts could reach critically low levels by 2050. (Skakkebaek et al., 2017, pp. 646-659)

A recent example involves a popular online health influencer who promoted a testosterone-boosting supplement that turned out to be ineffective. This case highlights the difference between marketed quick fixes and the broader scientific understanding.

The Massachusetts Male Aging Study found that the average testosterone level for a 60-year-old man was 17.5 nmol/L in 1987, dropping to 15 nmol/L by 2002 [11]. A 2016 study shows that levels continue to fall [9]. This decline occurs regardless of age, weight, or health status, indicating that factors beyond obesity are involved [9][12].

Clinical data show that low testosterone affects about 20% of adolescent and young adult males between 15 and 39 years old [11][12]. This means one in five young men experiences low testosterone before reaching middle age.

According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys, mean total testosterone in young men dropped from 605.39 ng/dL to 451.22 ng/dL between 1999-2000 and 2015-2016 [12], a 25% decrease in less than 20 years.

Sperm count statistics show a similar trend. Between 1973 and 2018, sperm concentration fell by 51.6% [8][8], and total sperm counts dropped by 62.3% during this period [8].

The annual decline rate in sperm counts was 1.16% per year, but since 2000, it has increased to 2.64% annually [8][8]. Researchers warn that without intervention, sperm counts could reach critically low levels by 2045-2050 [8], highlighting the need for action.

Dr. Hagai Levine, a leading researcher, notes the broader implications of these trends: “Eventually we may have a problem with reproduction in general, and it may be the extinction of the human species” [8].

Studies from Finland, Denmark, and Israel confirm this pattern [11][9]. The decline is described as “age-independent,” meaning normal aging does not explain it [9][9].

Men with normal body weight also show declining testosterone levels [12], suggesting that obesity alone does not account for these changes. Other factors may be affecting male hormonal health.

Lower testosterone levels are associated with reduced aggression, competition, and risk-taking—traits that have historically influenced American society. While these characteristics have played a role in the nation’s development, it is also important to consider diverse perspectives in discussions about cultural growth. (Testosterone and human behavior: the role of individual and contextual variables, 2017, pp. 1-10)

If these trends continue, there may be significant consequences for men’s health and society. Addressing the factors behind declining testosterone is essential for future well-being.

IV. Ironclad Evidence: Studies, Stats, and Nationalist Sources

The scientific evidence shows testosterone levels are dropping at an alarming rate. Several top studies confirm this biological crisis. American men face a chemical attack that’s backed by undeniable proof.

Arm with ammo: MMAS study bombshells, Shanna Swan’s fertility apocalypse, plus Fox, Infowars, AmRen truths exposing the endocrine invasion!

The Massachusetts Male Aging Study (MMAS) first rang the alarm bells. Their groundbreaking research revealed 25.3% of men ages 40-70 have low testosterone levels [5]. Clinical hypogonadism—low T with symptoms—affects 6-12% of adult males in this age range [5]. The threshold for abnormally low total testosterone decreases with age: 8.7 nmol/L (251 ng/dl) in their 40s, to 5.4 nmol/L (156 ng/dl) in their 70s [6].

Testing methods raise serious concerns. The ADAM questionnaire catches 73.6% of low free testosterone cases but misses 68.1% of typical cases [5]. Many men who suffer remain undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. The hidden epidemic runs much deeper than official numbers suggest.

Dr. Shanna Swan stands out as the leading voice on this crisis. Her eye-opening 2017 meta-analysis revealed a devastating 52% decline in sperm concentration and a 59% drop in total sperm count among Western men between 1973 and 2011 [13]. Average sperm counts have more than halved in just 40 years [9].

The numbers keep getting worse. The initial 1% yearly drop in global sperm counts has jumped to 2.6% in studies after 2000 [12]. Dr. Swan’s projections show we’ll hit zero median sperm count by 2045 [9]—spelling the end of human reproduction as we know it.

The culprits behind this biological disaster? Endocrine-disrupting chemicals lead the charge:

• Phthalates – These testosterone-destroying compounds soften plastics and contaminate everyone’s bloodstream, primarily through food [9]
• Bisphenol A (BPA) – This chemical mimics estrogen. It lurks in cash register receipts and in the linings of canned food. Men exposed at work show decreased sperm quality, reduced sex drive, and erectile problems [9]
• Pesticides – Men in high-pesticide areas have half the sperm count of city dwellers [12]

The damage spans generations. Women exposed to high phthalate levels often have sons with shorter anogenital distance [13]—a sign of feminization that leads to future reproductive issues.

Wildlife faces similar reproductive problems. World Bank fertility data show a 1% annual decline that matches population declines in other species [12]. This proves we face an environmental crisis, not just lifestyle changes.

These findings paint a grim picture. Chemical exposure hurts both current and future generations. Damage to germ cells in eggs and fetuses can be passed down to grandchildren [12]. This creates a snowball effect of failing male reproductive capacity.

Most treatments lack solid scientific support. Red light therapy serves as a good example. It has “pretty light” published evidence—one unpublished study showed effects in just four men, and only with ketogenic dieting [14].

Scientists agree: male biology faces an unprecedented chemical assault. American men will continue their decline into biological obsolescence unless we find and eliminate these endocrine disruptors. This crisis threatens our national future.

V. Battlefield Impacts: From Japanese Recluses to American Dropouts

Japan shows us a glimpse of what awaits Western men—and it’s not looking good. The Japanese call it “hikikomori”—a severe social withdrawal where people isolate themselves entirely and barely leave their homes for months or years. Right now, 1.5 million Japanese people, mostly young men, live with this condition [8].

Millions of hikikomori hermits, six million U.S. men quitting society – low T breeds weakness, anxiety, and national decay!

America faces a scary truth. It’s developing its own hikikomori epidemic faster than expected. Political economist Nicholas Eberstadt found that about 7 million American men in their prime working years sit unemployed and aren’t looking for jobs [8]. These men stay all day indoors. They play video games, watch pornography, and use substances heavily [8].

The link between these crises? Low testosterone shows up as a standard metabolic marker in young social recluses with hikikomori [8]. Scientists at Kyushu University in Japan proved this biological connection. Their research showed these withdrawn men consistently had testosterone deficiency [8].

The evidence leaves no doubt: lower testosterone leads to a higher risk of social withdrawal [15]. A study of 159 healthy young teenage boys showed “a higher risk of social withdrawal matched with lower salivary testosterone levels.” This held even after adjusting for age, body mass index, anxiety/depression, and pubertal stage [16].

Men with hypogonadism face symptoms that create a cycle of isolation:

• Extreme fatigue and lack of energy
• Severe mood swings and irritability
• Decreased motivation and drive
• Social withdrawal and anxiety
• Brain fog and difficulty focusing [17]

These symptoms often lead to wrong diagnoses. Doctors label many men as clinically depressed when they actually have a testosterone deficiency [17]. 90% of men with low testosterone never get diagnosed or treated [11].

This creates devastating social effects. A 2019 YouGov survey revealed that one in five men had no close friends—twice the rate among women [11]. Loneliness gets worse as these isolated men age, which leads to worse physical and mental health.

In stark comparison to popular belief, testosterone doesn’t cause anti-social behavior. Research shows it stimulates social behavior in males, while low levels trigger social anxiety and avoidance [8]. Testosterone affects the hypothalamus—the brain region that makes oxytocin, our “love hormone” that helps prevent social withdrawal [8].

Low testosterone doesn’t just weaken muscles—it breaks men’s ability to connect with others. A study of 278 men aged 45 and older revealed that after two years, 21% of those with low testosterone became depressed, compared to just 7% with normal levels [11].

This biological damage reaches way beyond personal suffering. Male social bonds are the foundations of civilization—they’re the warriors, builders, and defenders who secured our nation’s future. Plummeting testosterone levels tear apart these vital networks, leaving men isolated, anxious, and unable to fulfill their natural roles. (The Male Warrior Hypothesis: Testosterone-related Cooperation and Aggression in the Context of Intergroup Conflict, 2020)

The hikikomori crisis isn’t just happening in Japan—it’s America’s future unless we stop the chemical castration of our men now. This testosterone collapse isn’t just about health—it threatens our nation’s survival.

VI. The Enemies Exposed: Liberal Poisons, Microplastics, and Cultural Sabotage

Chemical warfare against American masculinity has infiltrated our daily lives through invisible enemies. These silent attackers, especially microplastics, now show up right in human testicles and attack testosterone where it starts.

The truth is out: Processed junk, screen radiation, hormone-disrupting chemicals everywhere – woke globalists launch an all-out attack on male strength!

The facts paint a grim picture. Polyamide microplastics bind testosterone much more strongly than other polymers, reducing its availability in your blood [18]. Lab tests show these tiny invaders drop testosterone levels with just 0.5 mg exposure per day [18]. The damage goes deeper – they wreck sperm movement, shape, and the structure of seminiferous tubules [18].

The attack runs deeper than surface level. These microplastics work their way into Leydig cells – the powerhouse of testosterone production in your testes [19]. Once they break in, they methodically shut down testosterone production by inhibiting steroidogenic enzymes and StAR, which your body needs to make hormones [19].

Here’s something that will shock you: men who had polystyrene microplastic exposure for 180 straight days saw their testosterone, LH, and FSH levels plummet [19]. We’re not talking about rare chemicals – these are in your water, food containers, and everyday items. A single 1-liter plastic water bottle holds about 240,000 plastic particles [5]. The average person consumes about 250 grams of microplastics each year without realizing it [5].

The scariest part? These hormone-wrecking invaders zero in on male reproduction:

• Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) from plastics, pesticides, and personal products mess with testosterone production [6]
• PET microplastics from water bottles hit kids aged 0-5 hardest [5]
• Bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates block normal hormone production and signaling [20]

The damage doesn’t stop at current testosterone levels – it creates lasting generational harm. EDCs change genetic systems and might pass diseases down through multiple generations [6].

Microplastics aren’t the only threat to your testosterone. Other environmental attackers include:

Lead, mercury, and cadmium found in industrial areas and dirty water destroy testosterone production [13]. Missing just 2 hours of sleep can drop testosterone by 10-15% [9]. Electronic device radiation and electromagnetic fields add to this hormone destruction [13].

The environment literally makes you less masculine. Microplastics create oxidative stress by releasing reactive oxygen species that damage testicular tissue [20]. These particles trigger inflammation that throws off hormone balance and blocks testosterone production [20].

Pregnant women, babies, and children face the most significant risks from this chemical assault [5]. Kids absorb more microplastics per unit of body weight than adults do, which can set them up for lifelong low testosterone [5].

You can’t miss the pattern anymore: American men face systematic exposure to testosterone-killing chemicals. These substances attack multiple hormone pathways and particularly mess with sex hormone production through steroidogenesis [6]. They target everything that makes men strong and fertile.

This attack comes from all sides – processed foods to chemical-filled personal products. The globalist war on American manhood grows worse each day as these testosterone-destroying substances spread through our environment. (Travison et al., 2007, pp. 196-202)

VII. Reclaim the Throne: Patriot-Proven Ways to Boost T Naturally

Image Source: Men’s Reproductive & Fertility Specialist Clinic, Great Neck, NY

You now understand how chemicals attack your manhood, so it’s time to fight back! Toxins might be everywhere, but your body can still produce testosterone naturally with the proper support. Natural solutions work better than synthetic ones – nature gives us everything we need to reclaim our biological birthright.

Simple steps: Heavy lifting, natural foods, quality sleep, sunlight, and removing plastics will restore your natural vitality!

Heavy resistance training stands as your most powerful tool. Just 30-40 minutes of weight lifting twice weekly can substantially increase testosterone [12]. Your best moves are compound exercises like squats, deadlifts, and bench presses that work large muscle groups to maximize hormonal response [14]. High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) boosts testosterone more effectively than regular cardio workouts [14].

Your diet forms the foundation of hormone production. Cholesterol works as the building block for testosterone synthesis [14]. You should add these foods:

• Fatty fish loaded with vitamin D, omega-3s, and selenium [14]
• Egg yolks are full of vital vitamins and minerals [21]
• Dark leafy greens are packed with magnesium [14]
• Oysters and shellfish are rich in zinc, vital for testosterone production [14]

Processed foods and sugar can destroy your hormonal balance [22]. Clean eating combined with regular sunlight exposure makes a difference. Your body’s testosterone-producing tissues have vitamin D receptors, making this nutrient vital for hormone regulation [14].

Losing weight powerfully impacts testosterone – dropping 15-20 pounds can dramatically boost your levels [12]. Quality sleep plays a key role, as testosterone production occurs during deep sleep [23]. Your testosterone drops 10-15% with less than 7 hours of rest [24].

Meditation, mindfulness, and yoga help lower cortisol levels that block testosterone’s effects [24]. Another defense strategy involves removing plastic containers marked 3, 6, or 7, which release BPA into your system [22]. Heat releases potent endocrine disruptors, so never microwave food in plastic containers [22].

Start these changes today and watch your energy, drive, and physical power return within weeks. Men who take action now will lead the way to better health!

Take Control Now! Don’t let harmful chemicals drain your strength. Start lifting, eat natural foods, and eliminate toxins to restore your natural power! What if we considered the possibility that liberalism could be compatible with renewed masculinity? Could exploring this idea lead to a more inclusive vision of manhood? (Anderson, 2009) 💪🇺🇸🔥 #TestosteroneCrisis #MAHA ## VIII. The Red-Pill Manifesto: “The Last Men” – Blueprint to Crush Liberal Emasculation

A revolutionary manifesto reveals the root cause of our testosterone crisis: modern liberal democracy itself. “The Last Men: Liberalism and the Death of Masculinity” by Dr. Charles Cornish-Dale—better known as Raw Egg Nationalist—presents a thought-provoking analysis of how our political system weakens masculine vitality.

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The book reinterprets Francis Fukuyama’s “The End of History and the Last Man” through a biological perspective. Cornish-Dale makes a bold argument that the modern “Last Man” isn’t just a cultural archetype but a physiological reality. Endocrine disruptors, processed food, and political structures hostile to masculine energy shape this reality [25].

His central question echoes throughout: “Is it possible to be a man fully in a liberal democracy? If not, and we want to be, what then?” [8] Readers face a stark choice between liberalism and their own virility.

The author establishes a “hormonal basis” for political systems and shows that liberalism works as a low-testosterone regime [8]. Historical evidence suggests that changes to grain-based diets, as Plato noted, and modern plant-based trends might suppress thymos and change hormonal profiles [26].

Science supports Cornish-Dale’s assessment. Research shows sperm counts have fallen by half among healthy Western men over the last 40 years. The decline remains “age-independent” [8]. American men’s testosterone levels have dropped by about 20% in less than a generation [8].

The book’s greatest strength lies in its solutions—from lifestyle changes to broader political reforms. Man’s World magazine, under Cornish-Dale’s editorship, provides additional content on diet and fitness. The magazine critiques the “decline of national manhood in America and Europe under a barrage of nefarious forces” [27].

Grab “The Last Men: Liberalism and the Death of Masculinity” NOW on Amazon to join the fight against the testosterone crisis! #RawEggNationalist ## IX. Victory Rally: Make America Virile Again – Call to Arms!

Awareness alone won’t cut it anymore – we must act now. Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr. raises a critical alarm: modern teenagers show half the sperm count and half the testosterone compared to 65-year-old men [28]. This crisis threatens our national security.

Stand with RFK Jr.’s MAHA movement, tag warriors, and spread this urgent message: our nation’s strength depends on strong men! The time to act is now! #TestosteroneCrisis #MAH

American fertility rates have dropped dramatically from 3.5% during JFK’s presidency to 1.6% today – nowhere near the 2.1% needed to maintain population stability [28]. RFK Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda tackles endocrine disruptors head-on as they cause this devastating decline [28].

Leadership finally addresses these core issues. Scientific evidence backs what we already knew: sperm counts have dropped by over 50% worldwide between 1973 and 2018 [29]. This represents chemical warfare against American masculinity.

Testosterone therapy extends beyond muscle building – it safeguards our civilization. RFK Jr. includes testosterone therapy in his anti-aging protocols that help maintain his physical strength despite his age [30].

This movement demands personal action. Eliminate plastics, avoid processed foods, and restore natural masculine strength.

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