This structure is, however, dynamic and is maintained and remodeled by the actions of a range of histone-like proteins, which associate with the bacterial chromosome. In archaea, the DNA in chromosomes is even more organized, with the DNA packaged within structures similar to eukaryotic nucleosomes.
As such, most testosterone boosters claim to work by boosting free testosterone levels within your body using one or more of the following primary ingredients: 1  DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) â DHEA functions as a precursor to testosterone.
What To Think About. Taking testosterone by using a skin patch, gel, or cream does not seem to affect cholesterol levels, but taking it by mouth does. This is because hormones taken by mouth are processed through the liver. Hormones taken through the skin are not processed by the liver. At this time, there are no FDA-approved testosterone products for women. Testosterone treatment for longer than 6 months has not been studied. Experts do not yet know whether it raises risks of breast cancer, heart disease, or dangerous blood clots.