Testosterone is an essential hormone that plays a critical function in overall well-being! While this hormone is predominately found in men, women have small levels of it that play a role in reproductive health and wellness. All of us need balanced levels of hormones in order to function properly, but more and more people struggle with keeping their testosterone at optimal levels!
When someone is struggling with low testosterone, the most common treatments are supplementing with artificial pills, creams, gels, and injections. This may temporarily give the body more of the hormone, but it’s not addressing the underlying issue. Our bodies are meant to function properly, and taking a holistic route with hormone treatment will help your body naturally produce balanced amounts of hormones. At Dedham Acupuncture, we specialize in natural hormone balancing. Aside from acupuncture, here are some ways to keep your testosterone at healthy levels!
Eat a Whole Food Diet
Most of us know that eating a healthy diet is important, but it’s actually key to regulating your hormones! So much food today is processed and filled with unnatural sugars and additives. These ingredients harm your overall gut microbiome, which is where hormones are produced in the first place! A healthy gut is the foundation of a healthy body. Plan your meals around whole foods like fresh veggies, fruits, and lean meats! Cut out “junk” or anything that is heavily processed and packaged. If you are not used to eating whole foods, start slow by adding one healthy food at each meal! We recommend making it easy by cooking a bunch of veggies over the weekend and adding them to meals throughout the week! If you want to add some extra support, add a good probiotic to your daily routine!
Cut out Esotrgen Mimicking Foods
If your testosterone is low and estrogen is too high, you may need to cut out foods that mimic estrogen. These foods are known as phytoestrogens and are natural compounds that act similarly to estrogen. For women struggling with low estrogen, these foods can be really useful. For those with low testosterone, they can actually contribute to the issue. Some of these foods include soybean, flax seeds, dried fruits, cruciferous vegetables, and tofu. You should also avoid alcohol and grains as they have been shown to reduce testosterone. It can be hard to completely avoid these foods, but being mindful of them and cutting them out where possible will ensure you aren’t increasing your estrogen through food!
Try A Natural Supplement
Not all supplements are bad! If you want to turn to supplements, we recommend Tribulus. Tribulus is a natural plant-based supplement that can increase and balance testosterone in the body. Its roots and fruits have been used for centuries to treat male vitality and reproductive health. It comes in either a powder or capsule form and can be taken daily.
Other ways to balance testosterone in the body are implementing healthy lifestyle changes. Regular exercise and strength training has been shown to increase testosterone. Lowering stress levels and adding in time to relax and de-compress each day can help balance your hormones as well. These changes may seem small, but implementing them regularly can make a huge difference in your hormone function. We hope these tips help you regain your health. Visit our website to book an acupuncture appointment for additional treatment!
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