5 Foods highest in Boron to boost Testosterone!!
Do you struggle with low testosterone or high SHBG levels? Tired of building muscle and strength so slowly, having difficulty losing fat, or being tired and demotivated all the time? If so, it may be time to consider adding more boron-rich foods to your diet. Boron is a mineral that is crucial for testosterone production (S), and over 95% of the population don’t eat the minimum dose of boron needed to yield the majority of its benefits (S). Luckily, it can be found in several delicious and nutritious foods, primarily nuts and fruits.
So why is boron important for testosterone production? Studies have shown that boron supplementation can increase levels of free testosterone in the body and lower SHBG activity (S). This is because boron plays a key role in regulating the metabolism of steroid hormones, including testosterone, DHT (dihydrotestosterone), and estradiol (the principle estrogen).
It is also a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory mineral. By ensuring that you are getting enough boron in your diet, you can help support healthy testosterone levels and all the benefits that come with it, such as increased muscle mass, strength, confidence, fat loss, energy, and improved sexual function.
In addition to its role in testosterone production, boron has several other health benefits covered in a wide range of studies (S, S, S, S). It can help support healthy bones and joints, improve brain function, and even reduce CRP (a crucial marker of inflammation) in the body.
So even if you are not concerned about your testosterone levels, adding more boron-rich foods to your diet is still a smart choice for overall male health and wellness.
Here are the top 5 foods highest in boron per 100 grams (3.5 ounces):
Raisins - 4.5 mg
Almonds - 2.82 mg
Hazelnuts - 2.77 mg
Dried Apricots - 2.11 mg
Avocados - 2.06 mg
As you can see, these foods are all easy to find and can be incorporated into a healthy diet in a variety of ways, and are far less expensive than the average crappy testosterone boosting “supplements” out there that have been debunked and proven to be ineffective over and over again (S).
In conclusion, if you are looking to increase your testosterone levels or lower SHBG (to increase free testosterone and free DHT), it is crucial to incorporate more boron-rich foods into your diet. Raisins, almonds, hazelnuts, dried apricots, and avocados are all excellent sources of this important mineral. By doing so, you can support healthy testosterone levels and enjoy all the benefits that come with it. Check out my video below for more details.
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