Hormonal changes are a natural part of aging, but our health is complex and any physical condition can be caused by a range of factors. A recent test group has investigated one possible factor for low testosterone in men: low vitamin D.

A study presented to the American Urological Association at their annual meeting in New Orleans suggests a link between deficiency in this important vitamin and lower male hormones.

In the study, medical experts analysed data from the World Trade Center’s health program to test for vitamin D levels in blood samples taken from 824 men.

Analysing vitamin D levels was conducted alongside hormonal balance and it was found that levels of a particular form of vitamin D were lacking in 68% of men sampled. It was also found that testosterone levels were mostly higher in men who had normal vitamin D levels. This suggested a link.

The study quoted a German report that found that overweight men who took 3000 IU of vitamin D daily increased their testosterone levels within 12 months.

While there is a clear association between vitamin D levels and male hormones, the exact nature of this link is still unclear. Even so, men who find that their testosterone levels are flagging as they grow older have numerous dietary and lifestyle options for restoring a feeling of vigour and wellbeing. Exercise is one important factor for helping the body synthesize testosterone.

One medical Dr from Boston University was sceptical about the link between vitamin D and low testosterone, given that the German trial mentioned focused on weight loss, which is thought to normalize testosterone itself. Either way, vitamin D is important for preventing cardiovascular disease and for boosting the immune system.

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