
The High-T Surge: Men chasing testosterone as a lifestyle hack
A WIRED feature examines a growing “High T” trend where men pursue elevated testosterone through natural diets, supplements, and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), driven by manosphere culture and optimization ethics. Some individuals reach or exceed the upper natural range and report life changes, while medical experts warn of fertility suppression, side effects, and the risk of normalizing unhealthy levels; the piece also situates the phenomenon in broader political and cultural debates about male vitality and identity.