The Bull stops here

There are numerous risks related to low testosterone levels, the most commonly known is the decrease of sexual health (libido) but there are many serious effects that are linked to low testosterone levels as listed below:

• Prostate Cancer
• Age
  
• Decreased energy levels
• Increased risk of heart disease
• Diabetes
• Obesity
• Impairs your metabolic health
• Bone loss
• Muscle loss
• Lack of libido

Although testosterone varies amongst individuals and ethnic groups, it is important to be aware that levels of testosterone decrease considerably by the age of 40 and continue to spiral downwards into your 50’s, 60’s and 70’s.

Slowing the process of lower testosterone is possible with a healthy lifestyle of good nutrition, cardiovascular and resistance training. Plus getting sleep, as feeling tired causes a lull to you sex drive.

There are numerous supplements which can be taken to help testosterone levels:

• Zinc
• Tribulus Terrestris
• Maca
• Horny Goat Weed
  

The sooner you start to look after your own health the less you put yourself at risk of illnesses.

You can get your levels tested at your local surgery or The Private Medical Practice specifically looks after bodybuilders and carries out indepth tests and continuous care www.theprivatemedicalpractice.co.uk

Updated: 17th January 2012