Downward Trend In Testosterone Levels

A study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism revealed a substantial drop in the testosterone levels of US American men since the 1980s.

Another study confirmed this trend.

There was a highly significant age-independent decline in total testosterone in the first and second decades of the twenty-first century.

What Exactly Is Testosterone And What Is Its Function?

Testosterone is produced in both male and female bodies. However, in women in much smaller quantities.
It is also known as the male sex hormone and is mainly produced in the testicles.

In the male body, testosterone ensures the expression of the male phenotype, muscle development, and sperm production. In addition, high testosterone levels increase the growth of beard and body hair, sexual desire, stamina, the drive to achieve something, and dominant and aggressive behavior.

The health consequences of testosterone deficiency can be devastating. These are some typical symptoms:

• Depressive moods
• A low sex drive
• Hair loss
• Loss of muscle mass
• Decreased energy levels and fatigue
• Diminished memory
• Increased body fat
• Enlarged breast tissue

That doesn’t sound good. You should probably try to avoid it…

What Causes Low Testosterone?

Why did our ancestors have so much higher testosterone levels than we do?

Presumably, there is a strong correlation between increased obesity, inactivity, and low testosterone. In addition to these two things, an unhealthy diet, stress, alcohol, and drug use can lead to testosterone deficiency.

How To Fight Testosterone Deficiency

Here are some ideas on how to increase your testosterone levels naturally.

1. Pumping Iron

Physical activity increases testosterone production. This is proven by several scientific studies.
Especially strength training seems to bring about good effects.

However, you should not overdo it and increase the load slowly and continuously. Overtraining can be counterproductive and lead to even lower testosterone levels.

2. Prioritize Sleep

Sleep should be a priority if you want to increase your T levels. A study by the University of Chicago shows that lack of sleep messes with your hormones. Testosterone is also affected.

3. Creatine

A study proved the positive effects of creatine supplements on testosterone balance. College football players had increased testosterone levels after 10 weeks of creatine use.

4. Stop Drinking

Alcohol causes hormonal reactions, including testosterone deficiency. This is confirmed by the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.

So abstaining from alcohol could help in two ways. After all, it is also a weight gainer.

5. Get In Shape

It should be clear that being fat is not good for your health. Your testosterone balance also suffers from the extra pounds on your hips. This is shown in a study published in the journal Clinical Endocrinology.

The results are alarming. Obesity leads to a decrease in testosterone of up to 50%.

6. Talk To Pretty Women

According to this study, the presence of women increases testosterone levels in men.