Tribulus terrestris Hot

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Written by Maff September 27, 2007 22005 0Add

This herb is still little known in the west for its medicinal properties but is widley used in Indian ayurvedic medicine where it is known as "gokshura". In ayurveda it is considered a tonic and its effects are sometimes compared to those of ginseng, although the two herbs work through entirely different mechanisms. Tribulus terrestris supplements are mainly promoted for the enhancement of sexual health through their ability to raise hormone levels. Independant studies have verified that the herb does indeed raise hormone levels but only modestly, leaving them within the normal range. A number of sources state that Tribulus terrestris elevates testosterone in particular by stimulating production of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). As such it has become popular with body builders despite research indicating that the herb only raises testosterone considerably when there is a deficiency to start with. Tribulus terrestris also has powerful effects on the liver stimulating bile flow and increasing levels of glutathione. Other benefits reported include immune stimulation, anti-fungal properties and heart protective effects.

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Overall rating		9.0
Perceived Effectiveness		9.0
Lack of side effects (tolerability)		9.0
Ease of use		10.0
Value for money		8.0
Would you recommend?		9.0

Reviewed by Maff September 27, 2007
Last updated: July 29, 2009
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One of my favourite herbs - a great all rounder

I only discovered Tribulus terrestris earlier this year and now feel very fortunate to have stumbled across it whilst researching stress online. As a chronic fatigue syndrome sufferer I am constantly feeling fatigued and drained as well as being unable to cope with stress. I wanted something to give me a boost and allow me to cope more easily with day to day tasks. Tribulus gave me results better than I would ever have expected. After taking one 750mg tablet per day for 5 days I really began to feel a sense of well-being and I was able to cope with a lot more without becoming stressed. I had not felt such a powerful stress relief effect before except with DHEA supplements. Unfortunately I was unable to continue with DHEA due to liver complications. Unlike DHEA however, Tribulus actually improves liver function along with its stress relieving effects. I contantly have pale coloured stools accompanied by abdominal pain which is associated with poor liver function. Taking Tribulus leaves my stools a nice healthy brown colour and stops the abdominal pain/inflammation within a day or two. I was so amazed by this that I checked the available research and there are indeed a number of studies indicating that Tribulus has powerful beneficial effects on the liver.

I've been taking this herb at the same dose for a number of months now and continue to feel the benefits without experiencing any side-effects. Tribulus is now available from most healthfood stores and prices although higher than some herbs are not bad and well worth paying.

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Stress, Liver Issues

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Overall rating		8.9
Perceived Effectiveness		10.0 (2)
Lack of side effects (tolerability)		5.5 (2)
Ease of use		9.0 (2)
Value for money		10.0 (2)
Would you recommend?		10.0 (2)

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Reviewed by John Allen March 16, 2009

There is truth in the myth.

I am a living testiment that the herb really works. I have been blessed that a soldier redeploying back from Iraq had extra bottle s and gave them to me. They really worked instantly. I felt the energy after taking the recommened dosage. I would go to the gym and havethe energy to do more than I was able to do with no problem. It did help me get lean and cut faster than just taking fat burners alone.I have been taking Tribulus for 30 days this time and have lost 15 pounds. It give me tons of energy. I am always trying to get to the gym and workout. It is safe and has alot of benefits that I am enjoying. Please do more research so the FDA can approve it for daily usage.

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Weght Loss

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Overall rating		9.6
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Reviewed by Dan February 12, 2008

Tribulus Terrestris

I used to work in Holland and Barrett for 2 years and i went through so many different products to try and deal with fatigue as i was constantly tired from being at uni and training a lot for the rowing team (on top of stress from deciding to drop out of uni). I tried many products(for a full month)including B vitamins, multi-vitamins, ginseng, guarana, added protein (as i already had a fairly healthy diet)and nothing had any positive effect; if anything they actually made me feel worse. In the end (and despite my embarrassment - as it is used to increase libido) I bought this product reading that it may increase self esteem. I noticed a difference after just 5 days after taking the max dose. I felt generally happier and more confident, and felt like i could just be myself. And to this day i say that it is the ONLY product i would truly recommend from H & B. I have read that it only increases testosterone levels in small amounts, and perhaps because i was overtraining and stressed I had lower than normal testosterone levels and so the small increase made all the more difference to my moods.