Healthy Aging for Men

MUSCLE MASS

SEX DRIVE

MOOD

Testosterone's Role

01 BUILDS MUSCLE & BONE

02 ENHANCED SEX DRIVE & FERTILITY

03 IMPROVES MOOD

04 INCREASES ENERGY

What is testosterone?

Testosterone is the primary male hormone.

In school you learned that testosterone was important for a young boy developing into a man; deep voice, hair growth, body size. Maybe you also learned that taking "steroids" was a form of testosterone that could build BIG muscles but unfortunately caused cancer.

What you probably didn't learn was that it plays an essential role in mens health; from sleep to mood.

Testosterone is derived from cholesterol and through a series of biochemical reactions, it is converted into the active testosterone we need to optimally function as men.

Testosterone is actually anabolic AND anti-catabolic- meaning that it both builds and prevents break down of muscle tissue.

Testosterone is also converted to estrogen via the aromatase enzyme in fat cells. Unfortunately, the more exposure we have to stress, chemicals, poor food choices, and toxins, the more active that aromatase enzyme becomes which leads to higher levels of estrogen and lower testosterone.

Studies have also shown that diets high in sugar contribute to a reduction in testosterone production.

How can I support testosterone, naturally?

There are 3 main components to improving your body's natural testosterone production:

exercise, nutrition, and sleep.

Sleep

Studies show that while you are sleeping, your body is producing testosterone. Production peaks during the first phase of REM sleep. Just one week of poor sleep (less than 5 hours per night) led to significantly less testosterone production when compared to men who got adequate sleep. (Even in young, healthy men).

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Nutrition

Cruciferous vegetables (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale) have been shown in studies to block the aromatase enzyme that converts testosterone into estrogen. It has also been shown to help metabolize any extra estrogen in the body. Incorporate these amazing vegetables with a variety of others to attain a daily goal of 7-10 servings of vegetables daily.

Exercise

HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) has been shown, in studies, to have the most beneficial impact on testosterone levels. A good plan is: 3 times a week for a minimum of 12 minutes; 30 seconds of high intensity followed by 10 seconds rest. Choose 4-5 different exercises and repeat 4 rounds.

Natural Supplements for Healthier Testosterone

The supplements below have been scientifically shown to improve your body's natural testosterone levels, increase muscle mass, and reduce elevated estrogen levels due to exposure to chemical toxins in our daily lives.

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Natural Testosterone Support

Tongkat Ali

Tongkat Ali, an herbal testosterone support supplement for older men, supports normal testosterone production and healthy sexual interest.*

It can be used in older men to help:

Support healthy sexual interest
Support normal testosterone production/synthesis
Support normal healthy testosterone levels
Maintain normal free testosterone levels
Support general well-being and vitality*

Healthy Detoxification of Excess Estrogens

Cruciferous Complete

Cruciferous Complete is a supplement containing cruciferous vegetables that supports healthy liver function in the elimination of free radicals.*

Supports healthy liver function*
Provides ingredients with antioxidant activity
Contains kale and Brussels sprouts, which have compounds that have been shown in our preclinical research to promote the liver's detoxification pathway*

Build and Maintain Muscle Mass

Creatine

Benefits of Thorne’s Creatine:

Muscle Performance: Promotes physical endurance, power output, and increased work capacity of muscle*
Lean Body Mass: Enhances strength and promotes lean body mass*
Cognition: Supports cognitive function and a healthy body composition, especially in the aging population*
Cellular Energy Production: Creatine helps the cells of the body more efficiently create energy, thus benefiting exercise capacity*
Injury Prevention: Promotes a reduction in the frequency of dehydration, muscle cramps, and injuries to the muscles, bones, ligaments, tendons, and nerves*
Nutritional Support: For individuals who have an increased dietary need, such as athletes, or for those who aren’t consuming enough creatine-containing foods in their normal diet*