Tribulus + Shilajit – Natural Support for Testosterone, Energy & Vitality

Tribulus terrestris [1] is a tropical plant with yellow leaves and spiked fruit. It is used in alternative plant medicines for a variety of ailments. Tribulus terrestris contains phytochemicals which are plant-based compounds that include alkaloids, saponins, flavonoids and steroids. 

These compounds are adaptogens [2] that influence our hormones, immune system, and cardiovascular system. Natural adaptogens help to keep the body in a balanced state and resist physical and mental stress. 

Shilajit [3] is also a Ayurvedic herbal medicine that has an apoptogenic affect. Shilajit, is a sticky substance that is naturally found in the Himalayan Mountain ranges. It is formed from the slow decomposition of plants and contains animal, mineral, and plant materials. 

As an adaptogen, shilajit [3] holds vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, and amino acids. It also contains fulvic and humic acids, which have an antioxidant effect. Because of this, shilajit aids fertility, heart health, and anti-ageing. Combined, tribulus terrestris and shilajit provide profound health benefits. 

For example, both tribulus terrestris and shilajit are associated with improved sexual health and functioning. Research has shown that shilajit [4] may help to raise testosterone levels in males and support male fertility. For example, shilajit [5] can increase total sperm count in infertile men and increase sperm mobility. 

Tribulus [6] terrestris is also associated with increased testosterone and sperm count in males. There is also some mixed evidence that tribulus [7] terrestris can improve erectile dysfunction (due to lower levels of testosterone associated with ageing) and increase libido in men. It is possible that tribulus [8] terrestris may have a similar effect on female sexual function and arousal. 

In addition, both tribulus [9] terrestris and shilajit [10] may help to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. This is because their antioxidant properties decrease cholesterol and triglyceride levels. This improves cardiac function and reduces blood pressure. The antioxidant properties can also help to protect [11] red blood cells from damage and improve [12] levels of haemoglobin. As a result, tribulus terrestris and shilajit have proven effective treatments for anaemia. 

Research has shown that tribulus [13] terrestris and shilajit [14] also have osteoprotective effects. Both can effectively simulate bone mass gain and increase bone mineral density while reducing calcium excretion. This is because they enhance levels of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) hormones in the body that decrease with age. 

Finally, both tribulus [15] terrestris and shilajit [16] may help to slow the ageing process. There is evidence that their anti-inflammatory properties can protect against age-related diseases and cognitive decline. This is because the help to neutralise free radicals that are implicated in cellular damage. As a result, tribulus terrestris and shilajit can reduce the appearance of ageing [17] (e.g., promote skin healing and repair), as well as supporting physical (e.g., increasing energy production) and cognitive longevity (e.g., enhancing brain function by lowering oxidative stress and supporting the generation of neurotransmitters). 

In sum, tribulus terrestris and shilajit combined work together to improve overall health and well-being. Their synergistic effects are especially beneficial in the context of sexual health and sexual functioning. Combining these nutrients in a supplement is a useful way to ensure adequate intake, particularly if you do not consume enough of them through dietary intake. 

Source:

[1]https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK583201/#:~:text=Tribulus%20is%20prepared%20from%20the,terrestris%20extracts%20than%20with%20placebo.

[2]https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/immunology-and-microbiology/tribulus

[3]https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3296184/

[4]https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26395129/

[5]https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20078516/

[6]https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0965229918304497

[7]https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0378512216302973

[8]https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4045980/#:~:text=Conclusions,terrestris%20in%20women%20is%20warranted.

[9]https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0753332218340678#:~:text=Tribulus%20terrestris%20L.%20has%20antihypertensive,in%20an%20in%2Dvitro%20model.

[10]https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3326792/

[11]https://www.researchgate.net/publication/389359408_Tribulus_platypterus-Reduced_Ag_Nanoparticles_Ameliorate_the_Hemogram_and_Iron_Indices_in_Renal_Anemia_Rat_Model

[12]https://www.researchgate.net/publication/288266508_Shilajit_in_management_of_iron_deficiency_anaemia

[13]https://www.researchgate.net/publication/331880415_Osteoprotective_Effects_of_Tribulus_terrestris_L_Relationship_Between_Dehydroepiandrosterone_Levels_and_Ca_2_-Sparing_Effect#:~:text=terrestris%20exerted%20a%20bone%2Dprotective,Ca%20%C2%B2%E2%81%BA%20%2Dsparing%20effect.

[14]https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40883-023-00329-7#:~:text=The%20present%20study%20is%20the,the%20osteogenic%20effect%20of%20ASCs.

[15]https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9219970/#:~:text=parameters%20%5B9%5D.-,Tribulus%20terrestris%20L.,to%20repair%20muscles%20%5B21%5D.

[16]https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0944711322004135

[17]https://www.researchgate.net/publication/365646826_Tribulus_Terrestris_L_Extract_Effects_on_Slow_Down_Ageing_Process