Men: Are Your Testosterone Levels Healthy?

Low testosterone affects 24% of men over 30, but just five percent ever identify associated symptoms. This means that millions of older males are living their daily lives unaware that they have a deficiency. In the long term, this can lead to health concerns. Fortunately, through the consumption of the right vitamins and other lifestyle-based remedies, you can naturally restore your testosterone levels to a healthy and sustainable place.

What is Testosterone For?

Although testosterone is a hormone found in all humans, it is the primary sex hormone of males and is located in the testicles. This means that men in particular need to maintain a certain level to ensure good health. It ensures that you can reproduce normally and maintains your bones and muscles, keeping you strong and free of conditions such as obesity, alcoholism, AIDS, and kidney disease.

When to Get Checked

Getting your testosterone levels checked is a simple and noninvasive procedure, so you should aim to do it at every routine checkup. This is especially true of men over the age of 30. You should seek a checkup immediately if you are concerned about a lack of sex drive, maintaining erections, lost muscle mass, accumulation of fat, unstable moods, hair loss, or a lack of semen. Your doctor will be able to tell you if your testosterone levels are within a healthy range.

Naturally Increasing Your Testosterone

Beyond the readily available supplements, you can increase your testosterone levels with some lifestyle changes. Up your intake of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. Stick to simple, whole foods. Meanwhile, hit your exercise targets and focus on weight lifting. This will send a signal to your brain that you are building muscle and it will release more testosterone to help you out. High intensity interval training has also been shown to give you a quick boost.

Stress can lower testosterone, so try to work less, take more breaks or start a practice like meditation to help out. Good quality sleep has also been shown to contribute to healthy hormones. Fifty percent of Americans are deficient in vitamin D, so consider supplementation to improve testosterone levels.

Testosterone is one of the most important hormones in the male body, especially as you age. Getting your levels regularly checked can help you to keep track of your hormone health. If you are lacking, then adopt a healthy diet and exercise routine to get yourself back on track, so you can feel stronger and more energized.

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Jennifer Trent is a freelance writer and editor. As a former nutrition consultant, her specialist areas include health and nutrition. When not working she loves to read, travel and spend time with her young family. 

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