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5 Ways to Boost Testosterone in Natural Ways

Testosterone sometimes gets a bad rep. It is sometimes associated with anger and aggression, and with other unwanted side effects. There are links between testosterone and hair loss in bodybuilders and fitness fanatics.

It is believed by some that when testosterone levels are raised through working out, you will be more likely to go bald than someone with a sedentary lifestyle.

However, male pattern baldness should never be a reason to avoid exercise and lead a healthier lifestyle. And testosterone has many health benefits too.

Unfortunately, some people seek to boost their testosterone levels through the use of steroids and other less than healthy methods. Here are a few ways that you can raise your levels of testosterone healthily and naturally, and the reasons for doing so.

What is testosterone?

Testosterone is a hormone that occurs naturally in the bodies of men and women. It affects a person's sex drive, and as such is sometimes called the sex hormone, but it affects the body in many other ways too.

Animals also have testosterone and the highest levels on the planet are held by the bull shark. This has led to the myth that humans can use bull shark testosterone to boost theirs and was even included in Grand Theft Auto 5.

To give you an idea of the difference between a human and a bull shark; humans have up to 1000 ng/dl testosterone in their bodies. Bull sharks on the other hand have been found to have over 35000 ng/dl of testosterone floating about in them.

You can get your own levels tested by testosteron or through your regular doctor. This may be worth doing if you think you have particularly high or low levels, as there are health implications.

Are there benefits to having high testosterone?

There are benefits to having a good level of testosterone, but there are health risks with having too much or too little.

Testosterone can help with the following areas:

Healthy and strong heart

Improved moods

Better sex drive and performance

Reduced-fat

Increased muscle mass

Stronger bones

Improved cognitive abilities

Reduced risk of Alzheimer's

If you are looking to learn how to build more muscle and lose weight, then testosterone can help you. Bones are stronger with higher mineral density when testosterone is at a healthy level.

As you age, your testosterone levels will drop naturally, and this can affect all the areas above. For these reasons, some people are recommended to try testosterone therapy. However, there are many natural alternatives that you can try before looking for medical help.

How can you boost your testosterone levels naturally?

There are lots of ways that testosterone levels can be improved, but here are five simple ways to boost yours.

Exercise and lift weights

This one shouldn't be too difficult, assuming that you are interested in exercise. Fitness and exercise are known to reduce the risk of many diseases, but they can boost testosterone levels too.>

Get out in the sun

This is an easy one to achieve also. The sun provides vitamin D, and this plus calcium can boost testosterone levels. Although the benefit of vitamin supplements is hotly debated, taking vitamin D3 daily could boost your testosterone levels. If you prefer a more natural way, then enjoy the fresh air outdoors.

Also see Can Red Light Therapy Help Increase Testosterone?

Sleep well

Simply getting a good night's sleep of around 8 hours can help to maintain or improve testosterone levels. Sleeping for shorter periods than this is linked to reduced levels of testosterone, so try to maintain a full night's rest.

D-aspartic acid helps testosterone

This acid is found in asparagus, avocado, eggs, beef, chicken breast, nuts, and beans. If you are going for a romantic meal then try oysters, as they are packed with this non-essential amino acid plus a huge amount of vitamin B12

Lose weight

Obesity is linked to having lower levels of testosterone so if you are carrying some extra pounds, shedding them could help. Interestingly though, studies have shown that increased activity helps the production of testosterone more than the weight loss that follows.

Are there artificial ways to boost testosterone?

Testosterone therapy is an approved medical method to increase levels of the hormone. It is usually given to males suffering from fatigue and other symptoms including erectile dysfunction. Once it has begun it is usually a life-long treatment.

Other methods to increase testosterone levels have often included anabolic steroids. This synthetic version of testosterone comes with a variety of dangers and side effects.

What are the risks of having too much testosterone?

While testosterone can help in many areas, there are risks to having too much or too little of the hormone.

If you don't have enough then you find yourself with lower libido, gaining weight, losing hair, and other problems. Having too much testosterone can raise the levels of bad cholesterol in your blood leading to an increased risk of heart disease and stroke.

Summary

If you are suffering from low testosterone, or suspect you, a simple test can check this. Testosterone therapy is being used by millions of Americans successfully, but it is a lifelong treatment.

Exercising, sleeping well, losing weight, and eating the right foods, could increase your testosterone levels naturally. This combination will leave you looking and feeling great, regardless of your testosterone levels.