Low T, the Latest Craze That All the Guys Are Getting

If commercial TV is any guide, then Low T must be sweeping the nation. You can't tell what it is, but hey, if you are a guy, it must be a terrible new disorder. Thanks to commercial TV, men are self diagnosing a condition and then looking to solve this issue themselves.

Low T is short and more easily pronounced than low testosterone. It is not new, it is not a disorder, it is the natural progression of aging if you are a man. Your testosterone levels are at their peak in your late teens though your middle twenties. From there, it gradually drops for the rest of your life. This is a natural process, it is what happens, so do not let the commercials make you think you are different or alone. You can ask your health care provider to run a test, or try one of the OTC tests that are available.

There are several supplements that support higher testosterone, having many studies and years of use, they give reliable results. Among the most common is Tribulus, an herbal supplement that causes the body to produce more testosterone. The next to look for would be Fenugreek, another herbal that is most known for the increase in milk production it causes in nursing mothers. Oddly, an extract of fenugreek also causes an increase in testosterone.

The latest and most popular supplement to enter the testosterone games is D-Aspartic Acid. It is an amino acid that has been shown in clinical studies to raise testosterone levels by 40% in as little as ten days. Those kind of significant results ensure its popularity with exercise enthusiasts.

I would look for a combination supplement that has these ingredients in it to raise my testosterone levels. Higher testosterone makes it easier to lose fat and build muscle, increase competitive energy, and as well as other more personal advantages.

One last thing about raising testosterone levels: There can be side-effects. Funny how those are not mentioned in the commercials. They can include higher DHT and anger issues. While rare, you should be aware and take steps to prevent issues.

Passing the Test

Fitness enthusiasts often come to me looking for a quick way to bulk up muscle by increasing their testosterone levels. By increasing their bodies testosterone levels, they hope to be able to more easily gain muscle mass and strength. They spend hours in the gym, it would be kinda nice if they had something to show for the effort.

Before you decide to use a testosterone or test booster, it is critically important to have your fundamental fitness supplement plan in practice. Why spend the money on a new supplement if you are not covering the basics first? Why try to build a house on quicksand?

You also will need to make your selection with an eye to your own natural testosterone levels. Anyone in their early twenties need not apply. Your natural test levels are high enough that you will need to take a very strong test booster or pro-hormone to achieve any results. Most of the supplements on the market will not support your goal of building muscle, but only give you a short term, in the gym, effect. It would be stomping on the gas in a car with a governor on the engine. After 55 mph, it doesn't matter how much gas you are giving it.

That said, if you are looking for a supplement plan to raise your testosterone levels, I suggest the following:

Tribulus Testerris: a natural testosterone booster

ZMA: supports the production of testosterone in the body

D-Aspartic Acid: an amino acid that has been show to increase testosterone levels

Saw Palmetto or Beta Sitosterol to block DHT

These give you a great place to start in your testosterone boosting efforts. Remember that to gain muscle you will also need to take in more calories. You cannot build a house without lumber.