Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Will Taking Lo-Loestrin-Fe Affect My Ability To Build Muscle With Resistance Training?
Hi, will taking the contraceptive Lo Loestrin Fe (which I hear is an androgenic pill) affect my ability to build muscle with resistance training? I ve seen mixed opinions about this online & would like to know if taking this birth control will hinder my progress in the gym. Thanks!
Wed, 30 Oct 2019
Hi,
Limestone is a combined hormone contraceptive . It hampers pregnancy by preventing ovulation.
Muscle building is a process which needs regular muscular challenge with high protein diet. Hormone testosterone helps in the process.
The contraceptive does not affect androgenic hormones. So need not interfere with muscle-building program.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
Limestone is a combined hormone contraceptive . It hampers pregnancy by preventing ovulation.
Muscle building is a process which needs regular muscular challenge with high protein diet. Hormone testosterone helps in the process.
The contraceptive does not affect androgenic hormones. So need not interfere with muscle-building program.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....