Stress elevates the level of cortisol in your body. Elevated cortisol rapidly reduces testosterone in your body. Think of it as a see-saw, when the body’s cortisol level goes up, the testosterone level falls, and vice-versa.
Stress, and consequent high levels of cortisol result in weight gain, and storage of harmful body fat around the organs. These also adversely affect your body’s testosterone levels.
To remedy this, try to keep away from stressful situations the best you can. Consume whole foods rather than fried foods and other junk/processed foods. Get regular exercise and get a good night’s sleep. All of these, over time, will help improve your overall health, as well your body’s testosterone levels.
Researches have proven that men who are involved in physical activities such as weight lifting, cardio, and HIIT generally have a higher level of testosterone in their system as compared to men who are involved in less or no physical activity and are obese.
To boost the level of testosterone, all kinds of exercises are effective but HIIT and weight loss are the most effective.
Onion and garlic are your allies in the kitchen and in the bedroom. They help you produce more and better sperm. Both increase levels of a hormone that causes your body to make testosterone. And both have high levels of natural plant chemicals called flavonoids, which protect your little swimmers from damage.
It only takes 5 days of regular consumption for the testosterone level to drop. Alcohol can disrupt many parts of your body's hormonal system. Heavy drinkers may have shrunken testicles, thin chest and beard hair, and higher female hormone estrogen levels.