Testosterone is one of the most important hormones in the male body. However, by the time men hit 30, natural testosterone levels begin to decline[1]. While decreasing testosterone doesn't have an immediate drastic effect, over time, low testosterone levels can begin to impact a man's health and mood. By taking a testosterone supplement that supports the production of testosterone in the body, you may experience the below benefits.
Improved Physical Performance
Testosterone boosters can optimize physical performance. When testosterone is low, you might feel like you have low energy[2]. However, taking testosterone supplements can help support the body's production of testosterone. In that manner, testosterone boosters can increase stamina, strength and endurance[3]. Testosterone metabolism supporting supplements may help you feel more manly and masculine -- able to complete hard, more trying and difficult tasks.
Muscle Strength and Tone
Another great reason to take a testosterone booster is because testosterone supports the production of muscles in men and women [4][5]. When you provide your body with the nutrients it needs to make testosterone, you can help support muscle strength and tone[6].
Supports Sexual Performance
With low testosterone levels, sexual performance can suffer. Taking a testosterone supporting pill may support your performance in the bedroom - which means you may be able to last longer and feel better in the bedroom.If you are having any of the problems mentioned above, you have a condition called hypogonadism or low testosterone. Low testosterone is a medical condition that requires lab tests and a doctor to diagnose. If the problems are addressed correctly you may end up feeling as vital and vigorous as you did when you were younger.
[1] http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/sexual-health/in-depth/testosterone-therapy/art-20045728
[2] http://www.urologyhealth.org/urologic-conditions/low-testosterone-(hypogonadism)/symptoms
[3] http://thesportjournal.org/article/physiological-and-psychological-effects-of-testosterone-on-sport-performance-a-critical-review-of-literature/
[4] https://www.nature.com/articles/srep01818?WT.ec_id=SREP-20130514
[5] http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/sexual-health/in-depth/testosterone-therapy/art-20045728?pg=1
[6] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21118287
[7] https://www.forbes.com/sites/arleneweintraub/2016/02/17/testosterone-boosts-libido-and-mood-in-study-but-beware-of-caveats/#6594f111576b
About the Author:
Dr. Bryan Do, D.O. is an osteopathic physician whose research interests include gastroenterology, immunology, and dermatology. He is particularly interested in the role of probiotics in the gut-brain-skin axis and has written many articles on the topic. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) before graduating from Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Indianapolis, Indiana and becoming a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Osteopathic physicians are taught to take a holistic approach to medicine and to consider mind, body, and spirit when treating a patient. Osteopathic physicians receive training in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) in addition to the standard rigorous medical school curriculum. Both physicians with a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree as well as a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) can practice medicine.