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Testosterone Nutrition Supplements

As you age, your testosterone levels may begin to decline. Testosterone is found in both men and women. Fluctuating testosterone levels can change your sex drive and can cause aggression. Supplements, when taken properly, can help to balance or increase testosterone levels and in many cases, help to increase energy levels, libido, weight loss and muscle mass. A few nutritional supplements that you may use to increase your testosterone levels are ZMA, DHEA, certain foods and Eurycoma Longfolia. Always speak with your doctor before adding supplements or changing your diet.

  1. ZMA

    • ZMA is an all-natural supplement that contains Zinc, Monomethionine Aspartate, Magnesium Aspartate and vitamin B-6. ZMA increases testosterone and may work as a sleep aid for some people. Many ZMA users experience strength increases while boosting their testosterone levels. Since it is made from all-natural minerals, it is safe for most people. Many athletes take ZMA to increase their hormone levels, since the depletion of such minerals may happen during intense workout routines. ZMA can be purchased over the counter at many health stores and online.

    DHEA

    • DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone), a hormone produced by the body's Adrenals, is found in both men and women. DHEA helps the body to generate testosterone. DHEA levels begin to decrease, naturally, in the body as you age. Taking a DHEA supplement may help with weight loss, maintaining normal blood sugar levels and testosterone levels. DHEA is available as a supplement that can be purchased over the counter at many health stores and online.

    Nutritional Food

    • If you are looking to increase your testosterone levels without taking a supplement, many food items have the ability to aid you in this. Look for foods that contain zinc, vitamin B-6, vitamin E and Bromelain. A few foods that contain help to increase testosterone are pumpkin seeds, oysters, goji berries, maca root, bananas, avocado and asparagus.

    Eurycoma Longfolia

    • Eurycoma Longfolia, also known as Tongkat Ali extract, is made from a tree root. It increases testosterone levels along with energy and an increased libido. It is a pure extract and you should only take it in this form, not the whole root powder form, as it is not as effective. It is not as effective if taken with large amounts of alcohol or if you take it too often. Eurycoma Longfolia is available as a supplement that can be purchased over the counter at many health stores and online.

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