The power of testosterone is almost mythical, and no wonder; it can boost muscle and burn body fat in addition to a whole heap of other benefits, including improved mood, sleep, libido, energy, overall health, and quality of life. Unfortunately, most men experience a slow decline in testosterone after they hit the age of about 30, putting them at greater risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, low mineral density, impaired sexual function, reduced muscle mass, and diminished physical performance.
Take Your Testosterone Up A Notch Or Two
By
Michael Avery in
Health and Fitness
On 7th December 2016
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Testosterone levels are critical to keeping a man healthy.
Not only does testosterone keep a man feeling like himself, it can help guard against weight gain, lower the risk for diabetes and stroke, and provide other health benefits. Here are some natural ways to boost your hormone levels to ensure you're as healthy as you can possibly be.
First, you'll want to change your eating schedule to optimize testosterone production.
Eat your first meal at noon, followed by a meal three hours later, then your final meal three hours after that. This will give your organs (especially the liver) the chance to rest so they can function at optimal levels.
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Next, incorporate more healthy fats into your diet.
These include omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon. You should also increase consumption of flaxseed or chia seeds, avocados, and almonds. Try to completely cut out any processed foods from your diet.
You'll also want to reduce stress to boost testosterone.
Stress produces cortisol, which can impact testosterone. Try to mediate, find a relaxing hobby, or some other way to reduce stress in a healthy way.
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Getting more Vitamin D also boosts testosterone.
This is the vitamin found in sunlight. Try to get at least 20 minutes a day of direct sunlight in order to ensure you're getting enough Vitamin D.
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You'll also want to significantly cut down on sugar.
There is direct link between too much sugar and low testosterone levels. Too much sugar can cause your pancreas to overwork and throw your hormones completely out of whack.
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Finally, get enough sleep at the right times.
If you have odd sleep patterns, it can impact your testosterone levels. Sleeping from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. is the ideal way to help your body get the rest it needs to keep your hormones balanced.
