﻿5 Best Estrogen-Blocking Supplements For Men (2021)
When you hear the word estrogen, most people assume that it only affects women.
But as men age, testosterone levels naturally decrease,
and the production of estrogen increases. This hormonal imbalance is known as estrogen dominance
and is more noticeable as men hit middle age. You may start experiencing mood swings, fatigue,
extra belly fat, a reduced sex drive, and the dreaded man boobs.
In some cases, you might even start noticing your hair falling out.
These are all warning signs that your hormones are out of balance.
Testosterone plays an essential role in men's health. It is responsible for many
bodily functions, including sperm production, sex drive, muscle mass, bone density, facial hair,
fat distribution, and red blood cell count. Some studies have indicated that the body's system
for working off testosterone slows in middle age.
As a result, the body reacts by using this extra testosterone to produce dihydrotestosterone
(also known as DHT). High levels of DHT have been associated with prostate growth.
This video will discuss the five best estrogen-blocking supplements to naturally lower
estrogen levels and restore hormonal balance. ***
1) Calcium D glucarate Calcium D-glucarate is a calcium salt made of
calcium and glucaric acid. This chemical compound is found naturally in the body and in foods like
oranges, grapefruit, apples, and broccoli. - Calcium D-glucarate is used for preventing certain
types of cancer and is thought to help lower estrogen levels.
It allows the body to excrete used hormones, such as estrogen,
before they can become reabsorbed. In a 2002 report published in Alternative
Medicine Review, investigators found that higher levels of calcium D glucarate
can reduce the level of beta-glucuronidase. This substance increases the risk of prostate
cancer and impairs estrogen balance. As a result, calcium D glucarate intake
could help prevent estrogen dominance and boost prostate health.
2) Diindolylmethane Diindolylmethane, also referred to as DIM,
is typically found in cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, kale, bok choy, and cauliflower.
It has potent effects on estrogen metabolism and can keep the body relatively balanced
(by preventing either drastic increases or decreases in estrogen).
as been shown to inhibit an enzyme called aromatase,
which converts testosterone to estrogen. Many studies have also shown that Diindolylmethane
exerts numerous anti-carcinogenic effects in the body. It is currently being studied
as a potential treatment for breast and other forms of cancer.
3) Saw palmetto Saw palmetto is a type
of small palm tree found in Florida and parts of other southeastern states.
American Indians traditionally utilized the berries of saw palmetto to treat diseases and
ailments. Evidence suggests that saw palmetto can balance hormone levels, and as such,
treat an enlarged prostate. This is because saw palmetto contains
beta-sitosterol, a substance found to be effective in treating Benign Prostatic
Hyperplasia (also referred to as BPH). Beta-sitosterol works to inhibit the activity of
an enzyme called 5-alpha-reductase. This enzyme converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone,
which is a key trigger in the development of BPH and prostate
cancer. By blocking some of this activity, less testosterone is converted.
4) Astragalus Astragalus is a flowering plant prevalent
in northern China, Mongolia, and Korea. Its root has a long history of medicinal use to increase
metabolism, stamina, strength, and vitality. Astragalus' medicinal value was first mentioned
in Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing, the classical Chinese herbal treatise written in 200 AD.
Astragalus slows down the aging process and revitalizes the entire body by stimulating the
production of stem cells in the bone marrow. It works by improving communication between the
hormones and hormone-regulating chemicals, making it easier for them to be balanced.
5) Tiger Nut If you have low testosterone levels, then
tiger nuts may help increase your levels. While no research has been done on humans,
a 2015 animal study found that when rats ate large amounts of tiger nuts, their testosterone levels
increased. This also led to more sexual activity in the rats and less time between mating.
*** Your body's hormones are like a seesaw.
When they're perfectly balanced, your body works as it should. But when they're unbalanced,
you start running into problems. Estrogen dominance can take a toll on your physical health,
as you gain extra fat, lose muscle and feel tired all the time. It has also been linked
to erectile dysfunction and depression. The good news is that the tide can be turned.
Through a combination of regular exercise, dietary changes, and estrogen-blocking supplements,
hormonal balance can be successfully restored.
Estro-Clear is a supplement that has been specifically formulated to reduce estrogen
levels and restore hormone balance. This powerful formula contains all five of
the supplements we have discussed in this video, in clinical doses, based on peer-reviewed and
published clinical research. Thanks for watching.
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