Even moderate alcohol consumption has been found to decrease testosterone levels up to 6.8%. Sleep deprivation is a very common problem in American society. For middle-aged and older men (and even younger men), lack of sleep is proven to decrease morning testosterone levels.25 Apr 2019
How can a man reduce his testosterone level?
- Soy and soy-based products. Some research shows that regularly eating soy products like edamame, tofu, soy milk, and miso may cause a drop in testosterone levels.
- Mint.
- Licorice root.
- Vegetable oil.
- Flaxseed.
- Processed foods.
- Alcohol.
- Nuts.
What can cause testosterone levels to drop?
- Injury (trauma, interrupted blood supply to the testes) or infection of the testes (orchitis)
- Chemotherapy for cancer.
- Metabolic disorders such as hemochromatosis (too much iron in the body)
- Dysfunction or tumors of the pituitary gland.