Welcome to another weekend short of The Matter Over Mind Experience
This is your host, Master Trainer & Weight Management Expert, Narado Zeco Powell
Today, let’s talk about testosterone
This hormone plays roles in fat-loss for men & women
We both have this hormone, but different levels
Let’s begin by defining testosterone
Testosterone is the primary sex hormone and anabolic steroid in males.
In humans, testosterone plays a key role in the development of male reproductive tissues such as testes and prostate, as well as promoting secondary sexual characteristics such as increased muscle and bone mass, and the growth of body hair.
Women also have testosterone.
The ovaries produce both testosterone and estrogen.
Relatively small quantities of testosterone are released into your bloodstream by the ovaries and adrenal glands.
Here are some benefits of adequate testosterone
Testosterone promotes muscle growth. At the same time, it may suppress fat gain.
As a result, some testosterone-deficient men tend to gain fat more easily than their healthy peers.
Muscles burn far more calories than fat tissue.
Some researchers believe that reduced muscle mass is the primary reason deficiency leads to weight gain in men
On average, obese men have 30% lower testosterone levels than those who are normal-weight.
Three ways to boost testosterone are anabolic steroids, testosterone replacement therapy & testosterone boosters
I do not recommend any of these unless you are diagnosed without testosterone and supervised by a medical professional
Let’s consider natural ways to boost testosterone:
- Strength train: Many studies show that strength training can increase your levels of this hormone
- Take vitamin D supplements: Vitamin D deficiency is associated with low levels. Supplements can bring levels back to normal
- Get adequate zinc: Deficiency in zinc may reduce levels. Eat plenty of zinc-rich foods, such as meat, nuts and seeds, to normalize your levels
- Get enough sleep: Poor sleep is associated with a drop in levels. In fact, getting enough sleep is one of the most important aspects of a healthy lifestyle
- Try ashwagandha: The medicinal herb ashwagandha may improve levels and fertility
- Relax and minimize stress: Chronic stress raises the levels of cortisol, a hormone that may suppress testosterone levels.
In addition to raising your testosterone levels, the above strategies can improve your general health.
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