For years, speculation has swirled around influencer Andrew Tate‘s muscular physique, with many accusing him of ster*id use. Now, renowned PED expert Derek from More Plates More Dates has conducted comprehensive testing to settle the debate once and for all.
The testing, worth over $15,000, included extensive blood and urine analysis randomly administered to both Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan. This elaborate testing protocol was designed to leave no stone unturned in determining whether either brother was using performance enhancers.
The Backstory
The controversy began in 2022 when Andrew Tate posted blood test results on social media to counter ster*id accusations. Derek analyzed those results in a video, explaining that the limited blood work Tate shared was inconclusive and potentially misleading.
“At the time, they were really lackluster results,” Derek explained. “It was basically showing a total testosterone using an aminoassay for the methodology, which is not sensitive enough to get an accurate reading.”
This led to a challenge from Tate:
“I will offer here right now. We’re going to do a $50,000 bet. We’ll put the money in escrow in Bitcoin. $50,000 each. And I will do any test you name with any doctor.”
Fast forward to 2025, and Derek seized the opportunity when Tate visited the United States, arranging for a phlebotomist to collect 33 vials of blood and urine samples from both Andrew and his brother Tristan.
The Testing Protocol
To ensure complete transparency, the entire collection process was filmed without cuts. The comprehensive testing included:
- Sex hormones and thyroid status
- Heart health and metabolism markers
- Nutrient status and organ health
- Heavy metals and brain health
- Full anabolic ster*id screening
- Testosterone to epitestosterone ratio analysis
- hCG testing for potential masking
Key in the testing was the use of liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry (LCMS-MS) and equilibrium dialysis – the gold standards for accurate hormone testing that can differentiate between natural and synthetic hormones.
The Results
After analyzing more than 140 biomarkers, Derek‘s conclusion was definitive: Andrew Tate is natural. The testing revealed:
- Total testosterone of 859 ng/dL (using the gold standard LCMS-MS method)
- Normal gonadotropin (LH and FSH) levels that indicate natural production
- No anabolic ster*ids detected in urine screening
- Normal testosterone to epitestosterone ratio of 0.6 (would be abnormal if over 4)
- No hCG detected (which could be used to mask ster*id use)
“The guy is not trying to fuck with the system. He is totally natural in my opinion,” Derek concluded.
Tristan Tate‘s results were remarkably similar, also showing no evidence of PED use.
Health Concerns Despite Natural Status
While the testing confirmed both brothers are natural, it did reveal several concerning health markers. Both brothers showed elevated cholesterol levels, with Andrew showing an LDL-C of 174 mg/dL, approaching familial hypercholesterolemia territory.
Other concerning findings in Andrew‘s bloodwork included:
- High blood pressure (noted during collection)
- Elevated homocysteine (15.9)
- Poor omega-3 status (3.7%)
- Signs of systemic inflammation
- Pre-diabetic hemoglobin A1C (5.7%)
Derek urged both brothers to address these issues: “Get the blood pressure fixed like immediately, even if you need to use dr*gs to do it,” noting their father unfortunately passed away from a heart attack at just 56 years old.
The Tate Health Protocol
During testing, Andrew described his unusual lifestyle:
“I eat once a day. I eat dinner only. 80% of my calories come from meat. I have 10 cups of coffee a day and three or four large cigars.”
This carnivore-like diet, combined with intense training, appears to support his natural hormone production. His SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin) was elevated at 54.6 nmol/L, consistent with a low-carb diet rather than steroid use.
After years of speculation and accusations, comprehensive testing confirms that Andrew Tate is not using ster*ids, TRT, or any performance enhancing dr*gs. His impressive physique appears to be the result of genetics, diet, and training – though his overall health protocol raises significant concerns about cardiovascular risk that Derek recommends addressing immediately.
For the skeptics who’ve long accused Tate of ster*id use, this testing provides the definitive answer: Andrew Tate is 100% natural.
