How to Increase Testostrone

Testosterone is the principal sex hormone secreted in the male testes that is responsible for the male's faster body growth, low-pitch voice, stronger bone configuration, muscle masses and larger organs. Your testosterone levels could be low if you are experiencing a loss of memory (forgetting important dates), mood changes, unexplained depression and loss of muscle mass or decreased sexual function or desire. Here are some ways to increase testosterone levels, according to Dr. Allan Spreen of Discovery Health.

Instructions

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  Exercise regularly. Since testosterone begins to decline steadily though slowly at age 30, it is best to adopt an early exercise regimen so that your testosterone levels are checked and maintained up to the senior years when the symptoms are manifest.

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  Maintain an appropriate body weight. If you are overweight, lose that excess fat and carbohydrates slowly and gradually, not abruptly, medical experts suggest. They found out from research that too much instant weight loss can result in the lowering of testosterone count.

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  Eat a balanced diet. Try to maintain a regulated protein-carbohydrate diet: not too much protein, not too many carbohydrates. Too much protein or carbohydrates can cause the lowering of testosterone levels.

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  Relax after exercise or training. Studies show that over exercising or over training can reduce testosterone levels by as much as 40 percent.

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  Be active sexually. Research shows that a mere erection can increase testosterone significantly. Imagine what an extended action or completed action can do to the male hormone.

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  Take supplements. Supplements are added nutrition to assist in the proper functioning of the body. Studies show that men who are fond of foods rich in monosaturated fats -- such as peanuts, olive oil, canola oil, peanut butter, among a few -- exhibit high testosterone when tested. Other supplements found helpful are zinc-magnesium and DHEA.

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  Get testosterone replacement. Even if your testosterone levels are low, it is advisable to try any of the above mentioned remedies before taking testosterone replacement. This is an injection procedure wherein testosterone is given intravenously.

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  Apply testosterone patch or gel. A more common medical method is the testosterone gel or patch, which you can attach or spread directly on the skin.