Enhancement Advice Blog

Okay guys, we’ve know that testosterone is the number one hormone, especially when it comes to normal sexual function and prostate health in men. 

We also know that with andropause (a.k.a male menopause) comes an increase of dehydrotestosterone (DHT) a.k.a a mutant form of testosterone or to put it bluntly “bad testosterone.  The increase in DHT can cause hair loss, excess weight gain, prostate problems, irritability, sexual dysfunction and a whole host of other issues. 

Enter testosterone replacement therapy, a common treatment that doctors prescribe to counter the issues associated with andropause.  

Testosterone replacement therapy can either be administered via injection, orally or by wearing a patch.  

While this may be an effective method of treatment for some men going through issues associated with andropause, as mentioned in previous posts, there are risks of side effects which range from agitation, restlessness, rapid heart rate, polycythemia (excess of red blood cells), and growth of the prostate gland.  

To be honest, this artificial building of testosterone sounds kind of scary.  We can’t help but think of the athletes that have used testosterone replacement therapy to boost their physical performance before the “big game” only to hear terrible stories of how it caused violent rampages or to put it bluntly “roid-rage.”  

Remember what happened to WWE wrestler, Chris Benoit?  Autopsy findings reported elevated levels of testosterone caused by steroids.  Whether he was using steroids for performance enhancement or whether he was using them because of testicular insufficiency is unknown.  It’s also unknown whether the ‘roids’ contributed to his murderous rampage but we can’t deny that it is a possibility. 

Men, you may want to consider other options before you choose testosterone replacement therapy.  

Remember, the herbs and other nutrients in male enhancement supplements have been proven highly effective in naturally elevating the body’s levels of existing testosterone while blocking the formation of DHT.  Ingredients like Tongkat Ali, Tribulus terrestris, Omega 3 fatty acids, Macuna Pruriens, Saw Palmetto and Horny Goat Weed are a good start. 

Of course they also seem much less invasive.

So we’ve talked about some male enhancement foods that have aphrodisiac-like effects such as watermelon, pomegranate, fish and oysters etc. but we have yet to mention a particular male enhancement vegetable. 

Actually, this vegetable is labeled “Vegetable Viagra.”  

And the veggie is…good old celery. 

According to the book, Stay Young: Ten Proven Steps to Ultimate Health written by authors Judy Gaman, Dr. Walter Gaman and Dr. Mark Anderson, celery significantly increases pheromone secretion. 

Pheromones are the chemicals secreted by the body which trigger a social response, or to put it more bluntly, the signal that tells us … it’s mating time! 

Celery contains a naturally occurring steroid called androstenone which is found in both female and male sweat – consider it the “scent of love.” 

Apparently the effects of eating celery are supposed to be immediate.  “We recommend that a guy work out, have a nice warm shower, chomp on a few sticks of celery, brush his teeth and then head out the door smelling good,” said Dr. Gaman.

Men, here’s another good reason why you should eat celery:  it heightens your sex drive and increases your amount of semen during ejaculation.  This will make your climaxes feel much more intense. 

Hmm … maybe this is another male enhancement ingredient we should keep our eyes on.

Care for some celery gentlemen?

Previously we briefly talked about how erectile issues may be related to problems with the prostate gland. 

The prostate is a very important organ in the male reproductive system.  It is where fluid for semen is produced and it is what protects the sperm.  As men get older, the gland begins to grow, takes a break for a few years (20s to 30s) and then starts growing again in our 40s and it can keep growing.  

FYI Guys…a normal healthy prostate should be the size of a walnut. 

If it doubles that size then problems begin.  Maybe some of you start waking up at night to pee. Or maybe some of you pee many times during the day but the amount of urine you release probably isn’t even enough to fill a Dixie cup.  Perhaps it burns when you pee. 

What’s more, your sex drive is low, your erections are half hard, or worse…non-existent.

Now when this happens, you may start thinking that surgery and Viagra are your only options.  Okay so surgery (prostectomy) may shrink your prostate gland or the doctor may even choose to remove the whole gland (depending on how enlarged it is).  For men that have had a prostectomy, many of them will tell you that they now suffer from erectile dysfunction.  So the doctor may prescribe Viagra or penis devices to restore sensation to that area.  

Guys, there’s another option.  You may want to consider looking for this ingredient that’s used in a lot of natural male enhancement formulas. 

The ingredient is saw palmetto. 

Consider this, the Journal of the American Medical Association reports that saw palmetto is effective in treating symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate a.k.a BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia). 

Saw palmetto works by preventing the formation of dihydrotestosterone (bad testosterone), and by relaxing smooth muscle – two things we need for good erections…healthy T-levels and relaxed muscle tissue. 

So men, if you’re looking around for a natural supplement that will help with prostate issues or if you’re looking for a male enhancement supplement to help restore your sexual performance, you may want to look for a product that contains saw palmetto. 

Of course always check with your doctor first to see if it’s okay for you take natural supplements, especially if you have any medical conditions.

Nowadays the media is flooded with information about the many health benefits of fish oil, in particular the health benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids contained in fish oil. Omega 3 fatty acids are an essential fat that the body needs that can be produced on its own and therefore must be obtained from other sources. 

And… as discussed at length there are many reasons why erectile problems occur and some of these include poor blood flow (including the vessels in and around the penis), low testosterone levels and lack of nitric oxide (chemical needed for erection) along with other factors. 

So here’s a new concept that may be food for thought — perhaps fish oil can be used as a natural male enhancement method. 

Experts from around the world conclude that the Omega 3s contained in fish oil can: 

• Improve blood circulation
• Balance hormone levels
• Reduce stress
• Preserve the health of the prostate
• Maintain cardiovascular health 

With these advantages in mind, can fish oil be used as a natural male enhancement supplement? 

Well, we think it’s something worth considering. 

Omega 3s in fish and other seafood sources have been proven helpful in improving hormone functions.   Experts found that there was a correlation between testosterone levels and diets loaded with Omega 3.   We can’t stress enough how important T-levels are to sexual function, muscle development, strength and endurance. 

To add, as mentioned previously, fish oil and other marine sources of Omega 3s offer a good supply of magnesium, iron and zinc.  These are all important to building healthy sperm and sperm count as well as producing good semen volume.  Zinc is also integral to the healing process and is beneficial in repairing damaged cells. 

We wonder…is this is why oyster meat is included as an ingredient in some male enhancement supplements? 

With that said we won’t be too surprised if fish oil or other sources of Omega 3s pop up as an ingredient in other natural male enhancement formulas in the ‘not too distant’ future.

As women reach their 50s and beyond, we all know they go through the life change of menopause which is the time when their menstrual cycles stop and a woman’s reproductive functions cease.  We also know that when this happens it throws off chemical and hormone levels in the body which can cause sexual dysfunction.

On that note, men go through a similar life change that we seldom hear or talk about.  The life change is called andropause a.k.a. male menopause.  Medical experts have conflicting views about whether or not andropause exists.  One of the reasons is because- unlike menopause which is a complete cessation of a woman’s reproductive process, men can still reproduce well into their senior years.   However the menopausal symptoms women experience can also happen to men.

According to wikipedia:

Andropause is a decline in the male hormone testosterone. This drop in testosterone levels is considered to lead in some cases to loss of energy and concentration, depression, and mood swings. While andropause does not cause a man’s reproductive system to stop working altogether, many will experience bouts of impotence.

As discussed previously, testosterone is the main hormone for sexual function.  When men encounter erectile or T-levels problems, doctors will either prescribe ED meds for their erectile problems, and/or testosterone replacement therapy through injection.

We’ve already discussed the side effects these drugs can have and fortunately there is another way to restore sexual function and deal with some issues brought on by andropause.

Natural male enhancers not only help deal with sexual/erectile problems but they can also aid in restoring the body’s chemical and hormone levels.  Male enhancement supplements that contain Tongkat Ali and Tribulus terrestris can do wonders to increase the body’s T- levels.  Good natural male enhancers also contain other supportive ingredients to help restore the body’s chemical levels as well.

Though andropause might be a normal part of a man’s aging process, impotence and declining hormone levels aren’t necessarily inevitable – all thanks to male enhancement supplements.

Maybe it’s a good idea to keep some by your nightstand.  Hail male enhancers!