The good thing is that low T can be dramatically affected by diet (quit eating all the highly processed swill) and supplementation. Iodine, Boron, ZMA, certain aminos and herbs can dramatically affect T levels in a much safer fashion. Besides all of the above have many other positive health benefits.
The same goes for women undergoing Hormone Replacement Therapy, the hormonal imbalances can be accomplished much more safely with the above. However, big pharma doesn’t do as well when we approach things from a more natural viewpoint.
Actually, exercise—especially heavy squats increase testosterone naturally without any side effects. The effects of many supplements are not well researched. Most increase serum T, but show little effect on healthy subjects.
Gynecomastia is directly linked to precursor hormonal use. Bodies can be fooled by supplements, but the effects can be disastrous without proper use. Cycling, estrogen blocking, and step down programs are essential, but many, if not most, OTC supplements do not not offer a complete solution.