Testosterone is a male hormone that is produced in the testes. It is responsible for developing secondary male sex characteristics during puberty and maintaining maleness as well as libido through adulthood. At the age of 30, testes naturally start to produce less testosterone. Although testosterone therapy is an option for boosting testosterone, another alternative is to consume research backed supplements that are effective for increasing testosterone output. Consult your health care provider before taking any supplements.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D might have positive effects on testosterone production, according to a study conducted by researchers from Medical University Graz in Austria. Scientists examined the relationship between vitamin D status and testosterone levels in men. Analyzing data from men participating in a coronary angiography, they discovered that men with adequate vitamin D levels had significantly greater testosterone levels than men with inadequate levels. Scientists reported their findings in the August 2010 issue of the journal "Clinical Endocrinology."
Mucuna Pruriens
Mucuna pruriens is a tropical legume that might boost testosterone levels, according to researchers from the C.S.M Medical University in India. Scientists tested the effectiveness of Mucuna pruriens for male infertility. At the end of the study, which was reported in the December 2009 issue of "Fertility Sterility," scientists discovered that infertile subjects taking Mucuna pruriens experienced increases in testosterone and improvements in semen quality.
Zinc
Zinc supplementation might help increase testosterone levels, according to a study conducted by Wayne State University School of Medicine. During the study, normal young men restricting dietary zinc intake experienced decreases in testosterone whereas elderly men with zinc deficiency taking zinc supplementation for 6 months experienced increases in testosterone, the May 1996 issue of the journal "Nutrition" reports.
