Support Reproductive Function With Tribulus Terrestris
Tribulus terrestris is a tropical vine common in sandy soil throughout India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Source Naturals Tribulus contains over 40% furostanol saponins, the active component. This south Asian herb is popular for its potential role in supporting reproductive function. Tribulus can be used by both men and women.
Recently Tribulus has gained a reputation amongst body-builders as an alternative to anabolic steroids. Tribulus has been a popular herb in folk medicine in Eastern Europe, particularly in Bulgaria where it used in the treatment of sexual problems.
Known by the Sanskrit name ‘gokshurma’ it has been used as a tonic and aphrodisiac in India and other areas round the subcontinent. It began to be used commonly in Eastern Europe in the 1970s to increase the sex drive, and its use in this respect has spread to most of the western world. Also known as the ‘Puncture Vine’ (the bane of cyclists!), tribulus has been used at least since ancient Greek times for the treatment of many conditions such as headache, urinary problems and sexual dysfunction. In the Far East it has been used for many purposes including liver and heart conditions.
In fact close study of these results indicates that they might well be supporting the claims made by the users of tribulus. What they show is that testosterone levels can be increased by 30% - 50% above base levels, but still within normal levels, and the argument being in that case that it does not increase testosterone above normal. Now 50% is a big increase, and if someone with a low testosterone level is brought back to normal by use of this herb extract, then surely that is an argument for its success with such people.
Tribulus Terrestris leads to the production of the Luteinizing Hormone (LH). When LH levels are increased, the natural production of testosterone also increases. LH is a hormone that also deals with sex drive. Now one can understand why it has been used to increase fertility and reproductive system. Laboratory animal studies found that Tribulus Terrestris increased sperm count as well as motility levels after taking it for 30 days.
The fruit and root of Tribulus contain pharmacologically important metabolites like phytosteriods, flavonoids, alkaloids and glycosides. These active components have a stimulating effect on the immune, sexual and reproductive systems, with improved muscle building, stamina and endurance. Other positive changes observed in a number of cases were a reduction in cholesterol, enhanced mood and well-being.
This is a good supplement for men and women to increase their sex drive. According to Bill Phillips, editor of Muscle Media, “…Tribulus terrestris can significantly “lift” performance in the bedroom.” Anyone who wants to increase muscle growth (bodybuilders, athletes, etc.) would be wise to try stacking Tribulus terrestris with DHEA and andro.
Suggested Use: 1 to 2 tablets daily, or as recommended by your health care professional.
Serving Size: 1 tablet
Contains: Tribulus terrestris 750 mg (minimum 40% furostanol saponins).
