Taking the Risk out of Testosterone Replacement

One of the few downsides to taking testosterone is it’s possible effects on the heart. Taking testosterone increases your risk of a heart attack. A number of recent studies link testosterone use to an increased risk of cardiovascular problems. Some studies however, show that it can protect your heart! Studies almost never show the entire picture, so in cases like this, it’s best to opt for caution. Having a cardiovascular prevention plan is important. In this article we are going to examine some ways you can cheaply and effectively reduce your risk of heart related issues while taking testosterone.
Turmeric

Have you ever eaten anything with turmeric in it? It’s usually used in Indian food and curries. Turmeric can do so many great things for your cardiovascular system. It’s cheap, easily purchased in almost any country and available in ample supply. Here is why you should be taking it.

1. It reduces inflammation.
   Systemic inflammation increases arterial pressure and degrades your arteries and veins. The active ingredient of turmeric, curcumin is a powerful anti-oxidant.

2. Aids digestion
   More and more studies have proven beyond a shadow of a doubt that gut health is a primary factor in preventing heart disease and high blood pressure. Turmeric provides a host of benefits to your digestive system. Killing harmful bacteria is a big one.

3. Increased Nitric Oxide
   This is the big one guys. One study found that plasma nitric oxide was increased in in healthy middle aged people between 40- and 60 years old Nitric Oxide is a powerhouse substance that benefits your cardiovascular system in almost every imaginable way. Having nitric oxide boosting compounds like turmeric as part of your diet is a no-brainer.

4. Prevents Blood Clots
   Because it also stops platelets from clumping together, turmeric also prevents blood clots from building up along the walls of arteries. Here yet again turmeric offers another cardio-protective mechanism that is of great benefit to you.
   How much turmeric to take?

Turmeric has a low bio-availability. Because of this you need to take at least 500MG two times a day. If you add it to water and drink it, make sure add a little black pepper to it. This will help to increase the absorption. I personally prefer to take it in pill form.

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