Three Unusual Foods That Boost Testosterone Levels

Testosterone is the basis of a man. From the moment we are developing in our mother's womb, testosterone plays the key factor in determining our gender. The more that testosterone is absorbed by the fetus, the more likely the not-yet born fellow will be a boy. One can even assume how much testosterone a baby had absorbed during early stages of pregnancy by comparing the length of the ring finger versus the index finger.(Study On Relation of Fingers to T.)

Testosterone also plays a key factor in the adolescent years of males, more so than females. Through this hormone the features that characterize a man are engendered such as, bodily hair, facial hair, muscular development, etc. Even in our twenties this hormone is abundant and can be attributed for muscular definition, increased bone density and fat loss. However, as we age, our priceless hormone also declines. For most of the world's male population this decline happens during their thirties, and keeps declining as they age. It is rare to see test-levels drop in a mans twenties, however, it is not impossible. What's further devastating is the fact that testosterone levels have been declining steadily every decade since the late 20th century.( Study On Declining T. Levels) I will write a post soon going in detail of the how's and why's of this hormonal decline.

However, we can fight this decline and actually raise it by taking care of ourselves in certain areas of our life. One of these areas and a huge part of it is diet! As the saying goes,"We are what we eat." There is more than a million google searches on foods that will increase testosterone. Most of the time it is recurring knowledge like eating oysters for their high amounts of zinc, or eggs for their multi-nutritional value. How about something new for once right? Well today I present three unusual foods that will raise your T-levels.

Bison Meat

There are few things quite as manly as taking your hunting rifle and hunting down an aggressive one ton American bull. Although the Bison was endangered at some point, their numbers have increased once again thanks to some western ranchers. (Bison) These enormous beautiful creatures are one of the few sources of grass-fed meat, without nitrates or harmful chemicals. Low on saturated fat,(Although saturated fats are good for optimal testosterone production) and packing a ton of minerals and vitamins such as Vitamin D and Selenium, Bison meat is also said to be tastier than most red meat. This lean red meat might just be a better choice than regular beef if you happen to come by it at a supermarket, or if you're adventurous, in the wild.(Nutritional Value of Bison)



Liver

Liver is one of those foods regarded as a superfood, and it has it's merits. Packing a chunk full of Vitamin B12, over 50,000IU of Vitamin A, and essential amino acids. Vitamin B12 is one of those miracle vitamins because of it's ability to chemically react with fat and protein, thus not only producing energy when working out but also preventing fat gain. Less fat equates to more testosterone. (VB12) Vitamin A is also essential for testosterone like you would not believe. This Vitamin A Study goes into depth on the benefits of Vitamin A for testosterone. Simply put it was a famous supplementation by old-school body builders who understood its benefits. It has the ability to cross the blood-testis barrier and in turn create a chain effect increasing androgens, creating the body's natural steroids, as well as decreasing estrogen the female hormone. Combined with the fact that liver contains amino acids essential for muscle building and testosterone production, should make this food on the top of your list for your next trip to the supermarket.

Wheat Bran

This inexpensive grain has some undoubtedly testosterone boosting properties. It turns out that Bob actually had a natural magnesium supplement. Wheat brans excellent source of magnesium made it into the list because of just that. It is a mineral in which much of the population is deficient in. (Magnesium Study) Magnesium coupled with HIIT A.K.A. High Intensity Interval Training, has been shown to tremendously increase testosterone in various studies. One great way of getting a little extra intake of magnesium is to mix a little bit of this here Wheat Bran with a protein shake, or maybe with some oatmeal.

These are just some options of produce that boost test-levels. For more information on how to boost testosterone check out these links:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/get-grit-fit-with-this-primal-workout.html

http://anabolicmen.com/100-ways-to-increase-testosterone-levels-naturally/