Signs and symptoms a man would present when they have low testosterone levels could include:
a decrease in motivation
muscle loss with an increase in body fat
decreased sex drive
erectile dysfunction
low energy/tiredness/fatigue
hair loss on the lower leg
Hormone replacement therapy for men can have benefits of improving sex drive, an increase in face and body hair production, stimulate production of red blood cells, increase energy level and improve workout/muscle growth. With benefits, there may be some risks involving HRT for men. These may include an increase in urination, acne, and fluid retention. Some other more severe side effects may include decrease in testicle size and sperm count, enlargement of breasts and an increase in cholesterol levels.
Natural ways to regulate hormone secretions begins with healthy foundations. Having a regular exercise regimen is one of the best ways to stimulate healthy hormone production. Other healthy foundations include a healthy diet, Vitamin D, no refined sugars, and proper hydration.
Enhancing natural testosterone production:
Air: Avoiding cigarettes
Drink 50% of body weight in ounces water, replace tea/ coffee with equal amount water.
Sunlight: 5-10 minutes daily
Exercise: muscle building
Sleep: 8-9 hours nightly
Diet:
Avoid:
Alcohol
Processed food
Fried foods
Refined sugars
Soy
Mint
Licorice root
Vegetable oil
Polyunsaturated fat
Testosterone boosting foods:
Salmon, sardines
Dark, leafy greens: spinach, kale, collard greens
Avocados
Cocoa
Eggs
Fava beans
Berries, cherries
Shellfish
Flavenoids:
Quercetin
Apigenin
Adaptogens:
Ashewagandha
Panax ginseng
Panax quinquefolius
Supplements:
Tongkat Ali
Horny Goat Weed
DIM
Wild Oat
Yohimbe
Ginko Biloba
Liver support:
Beets
Dandelion
Rosetta Kawauchi is a Naturopath and Holistic Health Practitioner. She owns Essence of Healing LLC in Okemos Michigan, where she works with clients of all ages and natural health needs. You can schedule an appointment with her here: https://kawauchiholistic.com
All written information by Rosetta Kawauchi is meant for educational purposes only. Rosetta Kawauchi is not a medical provider and does not diagnose, prescribe, prevent, treat, or cure diseases. If you choose to add herbal supplementation, please review with your licensed medical health provider before to so.
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