Description
Botanical: Tribulus Terrestris
Other common names: Puncture Vine, Tribulus, Gokshura, Goathead, Burra Gookeroo, Burra Gokhru, Caltrop, Yellow Vine, Cat's-Head, Common Dubbletjie
Athletes love Tribulus Terrestris! Because it is believed to increase the body's levels of testosterone, the herb is widely used to enhance muscle cell growth and boost bodily strength. Lovers also love Tribulus Terrestris! It is said to be the closest and strongest natural herbal alternative to synthetic hormones and believed to effectively treat sexual dysfunction and boost a slow sex drive. In traditional herbal medicine, the herb is also used to treat urinary disorders and reduce hypertension and cholesterol.
Country of Origin: Peru
Beneficial Uses:
Tribulus Terrestris is widely known as an herbal aphrodisiac that improves libido in humans. There may be two reasons for this effect: It is believed to elevate testosterone levels in the body (sometimes by more than thirty percent in just five days), which are thought to stimulate centers of the brain having to do with increased sexuality in both men and women, and as such, the herb is said to enhance arousal, desire, and quality of sexual performance. Independent studies have suggested that the extract increases hormone levels, though leaving them in the normal range.
It is claimed that Tribulus Terrestris helps to increase testosterone by increasing gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), which, in turn, stimulates the production of lutenizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH).
As an antiseptic diuretic, Tribulus Terrestris is said to stimulate the flow of urine and believed to benefit the urinary tract and kidneys. Moreover, its reputed antiseptic qualities help to relieve urinary tract infections and urinary discharges; and the increased urine flow also helps to flush the kidneys of impurities and may inhibit calculus and stone formation.
Athletes use Tribulus Terrestris to increase muscle mass and build strength. Puncture Vine is not a hormone in itself, but supports increased natural production of the body's lutenizing hormone (LH) levels, which play an important part in triggering natural testosterone. The herb is thought to be a natural herbal alternative to synthetic anabolic hormones, without producing any ill effects. Its use is said to produce significant results in athletes, and these results first gained recognition when the herb was used by some of the highly successful Bulgarian weightlifting teams. Persons using Tribulus, who have engaged in active training and workouts, reported both increased bodily strength, as well as faster recuperation and recovery from muscular stress. Tribulus Terrestris is said to be beneficial for those whose testosterone is below normal, such as dieters or over trained athletes.
Tribulus Terrestris is a cooling, tonic herb that may also support cardiovascular health. In recent scientific tests, the herb has demonstrated an ability to lower high cholesterol levels in the blood, which frequently helps to lower blood pressure and increase circulation. This may reduce hypertension and the risk of strokes and heart attacks. It is interesting to note that Tribulus is widely used in the folk medicine of Turkey to lower blood pressure and reduce cholesterol.
Contraindications:
is not recommended for pregnant and nursing women. No significant adverse effects have been reported from supplementation with Tribulus Terrestris; however, some users report an upset stomach, which can usually be counteracted by taking it with food.
