Ashwagandha, a herbal extract that typically contains withanolids and flavonoids. Ashwagandha is commonly used for energy, stress management and as an antioxidant.

Avena Sativa, or Oat Straw, as it has been marketed, is a herb that has also been used to manufacture products such as cereal bars, oatmeal, oatmeal cookies, oat bread and many more. But oat straw in particular has properties that have been in use by herbologists, such as boosting the immune system, antidepressant properties, stress reducing properties, detoxification assistance, a mild boosting of energy levels, assistance in addiction treatments, and others. Oat straw tinctures are known to be very helpful with itchy skin. It has been claimed that oat straw is helpful when cholesterol levels need to be lowered. For body building aficionados, the claim that oat straw may increase the level of free testosterones in the blood seems to be the most significant one.

Chrysin is naturally extracted from the blue passion flower (Passiflora caerolea).It is also found in small amounts like honey comb. Chrysin is shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. It is believed to be a cure for anxiety in herbal medicine .Chrysin in marketed as a supplement for aromatase inhibitor. Body builders use these supplements to increase their testosterone levels but there is an increasing consensus among scientists that Chrysin doesn’t has any significant effect on testosterone or estrogen levels. Chrysin showed cell toxicity and inhibition of DNA synthesis at very low concentrations in a normal trout liver cell line.

Cnidium Monnieri , also called She Chuang Zi in China where it originates, though it can also be found in Oregon. Cnidium Monnieri Extract is an oriental Chinese supplement used for skin problems and a natural libido enhancer. It’s extracted from the plant Cnidium Monnieri with its seeds being used for various applications in traditional Chinese medicine. The compounds found in it include cumarins osthol also known as Osthole, xanthoxol, imperatorin, bergapten, monoterpene polyols, glucides and hepatoprotective sesquiterpenes. Osthole is very beneficial as an anti tumor and also strengthens bones. The extract helps calm down the corpus cavernosa of the penis thus increasing blood flow to boost erections and the Chinese also use it for skin problems as well as a sex booster.

Cnidium Monnieri , also called She Chuang Zi in China where it originates, though it can also be found in Oregon. Cnidium Monnieri Extract is an oriental Chinese supplement used for skin problems and a natural libido enhancer. It’s extracted from the plant Cnidium Monnieri with its seeds being used for various applications in traditional Chinese medicine. The compounds found in it include cumarins osthol also known as Osthole, xanthoxol, imperatorin, bergapten, monoterpene polyols, glucides and hepatoprotective sesquiterpenes. Osthole is very beneficial as an anti tumor and also strengthens bones. The extract helps calm down the corpus cavernosa of the penis thus increasing blood flow to boost erections and the Chinese also use it for skin problems as well as a sex booster.

Eleuthero Root- Eleuthero is a species of woody and small shrub in the family of Araliaceae native to North-eastern Asia. Eleuthero root possesses a range of medical properties, such as memory improvement, increased endurance, immunogenic, anti inflammatory, radiological protection and chemoprotective etc. If it is taken regularly, it can enhance immune function, promotes improved physical and cognitive performance, decreases cortisol levels and reduces inflammatory response etc. Many human studies suggest that Eleuthero root has been effectively used to treat the bone marrow suppression that is caused by radiation or chemotherapy, insomnia, angina, hypercholesterolemia, poor appetite and neurasthenia with headache. Eleuthero root has also been shown to contain considerable antidepressant effects in rats.

Epimedium, also popularly known as horny goat weed is a genus of herbaceous perennials belonging to the family Berberidaceae. The plant is found to possess aphrodisiac properties. Legend has it that a Chinese goat herder observed and reported increased sexual activity in his heard after it consumed the plant, hence the name. Its active ingredient is icariin. This ingredient has been reported to have a number of effects on the body. It inhibits the degradation of cyclic guanosine mono phosphate cGMP by PDE5 in the blood vessels supplying the corpus cavernosum of the penis. cGMP is the activated form of GMP produced by the release of nitric oxide in the vessels and relaxes the smooth muscle tissue resulting in the improvement in blood flow and erection. It also acts to increase mental faculties.

Maca Root is found in South America in high and elevated areas, particularly in Andes Mountains. It is a known adaptogen that helps the body adapt to external conditions. It has the ability to help the body deal with stress and strengthen the immune system, increase energy and endurance. It prevents chronic fatigue syndrome, alleviates depression and reduce anxiety. It also raises the testosterone levels in men that improve their libido and sexual performance. It also improves the circulatory system and speeds up wound healing. It is also beneficial in women because it alleviates the symptoms of menopause and helps regulate hormonal imbalances.

Rhodiola Rosea Extract can help increase resistance against fatigue and can reduce stress. Classified as adaptogens among the herbs, it prevents different harmful impacts caused by physical and mental stress and illness. Rhodiola Rosea is particularly helpful for athletes because of its adaptogenic properties and its capability to enhance efficiency of mitochondrial respiration in skeletal muscle. It also improves mental work capacity and resists mental fatigue. Research has found that it helps protect against cancer. It can also be beneficial for people who suffer from high altitude sickness. Its intake can better endurance exercise capacity in young people and may also benefit people suffering from certain kinds of glucose level and cardiac conditions. Rhodiola Rosea Extract helps prevent ischemic brain damage development.

Tribulus Terrestris refers to an herb used in India and China as traditional medicines for centuries. Tribulus Terrestris contains active compounds known as steroidal saponins, and these are basically found in the leaf. The tribulus consists of furostanol and spirostanol glycosides. People use Tribulus Terrestris for erectile dysfunction as well as low libido. This has gained popularity owing to sports performance improvement. This is available in Russia and Bulgaria as it enhances the testosterone hormone levels, estrogen and DHEA. Tribulus Terrestris supplements taken for four weeks showed no effect on the hormones of the male sex. Preliminary studies heightened the sexual behavior in animals and yet the studies have not confirmed its effect on human beings. However, Tribulus is popular as an aid for sports performance as it shows no effect in exercise performance or body composition. Tribulus do not show any significant change in fat or body weight and this difference can be felt by experiencing strength in the leg press. Conversely, nursing or pregnant women should avoid taking Tribulus.

Urtica Dioica, is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant, found in Europe, Asia, northern Africa, and North America. It is 1 to 2 m tall in the summer, dying down to the ground in winter. It has widely spreading rhizomes and stolons, which are bright yellow as are the roots. Leaves are 3 to 15 cm long and grow oppositely on an erect wiry green stem, and have a cordate base and an acuminate tip with a terminal leaf tooth longer than adjacent ones. Its extarcts are used in treatment of Nettle stings. Its extracts are also used to treat arthritis, anemia, hay fever, kidney problems, and pain.

Vitamin B6, also known as Pyridoxine, plays an important role in the breakdown of protein, fats and carbohydrates. It helps in the production of antibodies that keeps the immune system strong. It promotes red blood cell (RBC) production. It alleviates the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome or PMS such as headaches, bloating, depression, mood swings, and abdominal pains. Vitamin B6 also prevents the development of kidney stones. It also helps reduce the build-up of homocystein in the vessels that may cause hearth attack. Vitamin B6 is also beneficial in the overall nerve health. It also prevents or decreases the susceptibility to develop carpal tunnel syndrome.

ZMA is a patented supplement for body builders and similar minded athletes. ZMA is actually a supplement combination of Vitamin B6, magnesium and zinc, more accurately zinc monomethionine aspartate and magnesium aspartate, with addition of pyridoxine. While most people are able to supply enough Vitamin B6 and zinc by regular food intake, it is a statistical fact that over fifty percent of US inhabitants have a magnesium deficiency. A study made by patent holders has shown that ZMA supplementation can increase levels of natural body testosterone and muscle strength. Since that milk and milk products, or rather calcium, can interfere or block the absorption of zinc, it is recommended to ingest ZMA shortly before going to bed, but at least a few hours after eating dinner.