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Normal Testosterone Levels

Men sometimes get concerned about whether or not they have a normal testosterone level. But experts caution that there is no set in stone normal testosterone level – it can range from 200 to 1200 ng/dl.

Moreover, doctors agree that when a man has test to see if he has a normal testosterone levels, the results may not be fully accurate and you should always have the test repeated. Doctors will test to see if you have a normal testosterone level if you have a low sperm count or if you’re experiencing erectile dysfunction.

Testosterone Levels Fluctuate

Usually, when a man ages, their normal testosterone level changes from a higher amount to a lower one. This can result in hair loss, decreased sex drive, and other symptoms. Other conditions that result from a man not having a normal testosterone level are changes in mood and a decrease in body mass and strength.

So how does a man who does not have a normal testosterone level increase his testosterone? There are natural and supplemental ways to do this.

Zinc Helps Testosterone Levels

First, have your doctor see if taking zinc can increase your normal testosterone level. In studies, zinc apparently helped men with indicators of low testosterone return to a normal testosterone level and their sperm count increased along with it. If a medical condition is the cause of you not having a normal testosterone level, then zinc won’t be the answer.

Steroids Help Testosterone Levels

Doctors will prescribe steroids to help a man return to a normal testosterone level if the condition is causing a medical problem, such as impotence. Some men first try organic, over-the-counter remedies to see if they can achieve a normal testosterone level – due to the embarrassment of having to seek out a doctor’s advice.

Diet Helps Testosterone Levels

Some men even try to achieve a normal testosterone level by eating the right kinds of food. Foods with monounsaturated fats, such as olive and peanut oil, help a man’s body provide a normal testosterone level.

Beginning at around the age of forty, men will need to check with their doctor to see if they have a normal testosterone level. Unfortunately, men at this age (or any other) are often are reluctant to go to the doctor.

If any symptoms are occurring, your doctor can prescribe steroids and/or advise you about lifestyle and dietary changes that can assist you in gaining a normal testosterone level. Your doctor can pinpoint the cause – whether it’s an inherited condition or a common problem – you can get treatment and feel better about yourself.

Drew Voight