Natural Testosterone Boosters: In today’s fast-paced and stressed world, a significant majority of men tend to grapple with declining testosterone levels. Natural foods such as black sesame, fenugreek, amla and ghee can offer safe and effective ways to support hormone health without the need of synthetic or artificial testosterone boosters.
Fenugreek: The Testosterone Powerhouse
Also known as Methi, Fenugreek tops the list for natural testosterone enhancement. It contains compounds known as furostanolic saponins that increase the production of testosterone, the primary male sex hormone. Several studies in the recent past have suggested that fenugreek can treat symptoms of low testosterone such as low libido. Furthermore, it can also improve sperm count, energy, libido, sperm motility and mood.
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Fenugreek is also effective to increase total testosterone levels by inhibiting the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and estrogen. The seeds of fenugreek are also rich in a series of steroidal compounds like saponins and glycosides including gitogenin, tigogenin, diosgenin, yamogenin and neotigogens.
Fenugreek is best soaked overnight before it can be added to sprouts for salads, or curries. Ideally, you should consume 1-2 teaspoons of fenugreek every day for boosting testosterone.
Black Sesame: Seed of Vitality
Black Sesame (Kala Til) seeds are power-packed with zinc and lignans that are vital for testosterone synthesis. These seeds are highly effective to replenish the deficiency of zinc that is associated with low testosterone levels. The antioxidants present in black sesame seeds are also effective to combat oxidative stress that can hamper testosterone production in the body.
You can sprinkle black sesame seeds on rotis or mix them with jaggery to create laddoos.
Amla: Vitamin C Supercharger
Indian Gooseberry or Amla is second to none when it comes to delivering vitamin C that is important for adrenal glands that produce testosterone precursors. It also reduces cortisol levels that can suppress testosterone levels. Polyphenols in Amla protect Leydig cells in testes that are responsible for testosterone.
You can use amla powder in smoothies or mix fresh amla juice (2-3 fruits) with water daily.
Ghee: Clarified Hormone Fuel
Pure Desi Ghee, which is derived from cow’s milk, supplies cholesterol and saturated fats to the body. These are the building blocks for testosterone. Ghee’s butyrate supports gut health; the lubricating capabilities of ghee facilitate better nutrient delivery to gonads.
You can sauté vegetables in 1-2 teaspoons ghee daily or take it with warm milk at night.
