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Wednesday, December 12, 2018

VMI Sports, Arima-XD, 60 Count, Estrogen Inhibitor, Aromatase Inhibitor, Cortisol Blocker for Men and Women, Supplement to Support Balanced Testosterone & Estrogen Hormone Levels, On or Off Cycle





From the manufacturer:


Arima-XD is the ultimate aromatase inhibitor and cortisol blocker that can be taken on & off cycle to achieve a dry, hard, and chiseled physique much like Arimidrol. Arima-XD uses the most powerful all natural aromatase inhibition agents to stop the conversion of precious testosterone from turning into estrogen. Optimal hormone balance and regulation supports and enhances drive and performance the same way Arimidrol does. Arima-XD contains maximum strength aromatase inhibitors & cortisol blockers, to block estrogen production in the body. Lowering estrogen production translates into greater natural testosterone levels, for better muscle growth and recovery. FAQ What is Arima-XD? Arima-XD is the strongest combination of clinically studied antiestrogen ingredients available. If you want to increase drive, lower cortisol and less aromatase, Arima-XD is the aromatase inhibitor, cortisol blocker and anti-estrogen supplement for you! What is Aromatase? Aromatase is an enzyme involved in the production of estrogen. It catalyzes the conversion of testosterone (an androgen) into estradiol (an estrogen), making it a superior estrogen blocker. What is Luteinizing Hormone? Luteinizing hormone (LH) is a powerful performance hormone that stimulates the production of testosterone from Leydig cells in the testes. What is Indole-3-Carbinol? Indole-3-Carbinol (I3C) is a powerful anti-estrogen compound found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, brussels sprouts, and cabbage. I3C is regularly used to balance hormone levels, support optimal liver and intestine function, and enhance immune system functioning. What is Diindolylmethane? Diindolylmethane (DIM) is the active component of I3C. Basically, think of DIM as a more “refined” form of I3C that optimizes hormone levels and puts a stop to estrogen proliferation. What is Chrysin? A bioflavonoid found in significant amounts of bee pollen and honey. Chrysin is a well known natural testosterone booster.









Thursday, October 26, 2017

Pure Science AE-3 Chrysin with DIM & Stinging Nettle Root Extract – Natural Aromatase Inhibitor & Estrogen Blocker for Men




From the manufacturer of SD-200 Tongkat Ali Extract comes a unique supplement - AE-3. Men’s sex drive gradually declines with age due to hormonal imbalances of testosterone and estrogen. This imbalance is caused by aromatase, an enzyme involved in the production of estrogen that acts by catalyzing the conversion of testosterone to estrogen.

The Pure Science Supplements – AE-3 Chrysin with Stinging Nettle Root Extract Difference

This hormonal imbalance is caused by three main culprits involved in the processes of aromatase. Excess estrogen tricks the brain into producing testosterone at a slower rate, and increasing production of Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG). Chrysin works by inhibiting the process of aromatase. Once aromatase is inhibited, less estrogen will be produced. In an almost similar way, Nettle Root also helps block the conversion of testosterone into estrogen and provide a unique mechanism for increasing free testosterone by binding themselves to SHBG, thus displacing and allowing more free testosterone.

Testosterone is not the only problem to a dissatisfying sexual experience in men. One other major cause of sexual dissatisfaction among men is stress and anxiety related to work and their performance in the bedroom. Chrysin can be used to lighten anxiety without affecting your movement, motor coordination and alertness. However, Chrysin cannot be readily absorbed in the blood stream. AE-3 contains Bioperine®, an extract of black pepper that significantly enhances the bioavailability of nutrients through increased absorption.


Pure Science Supplements continues to grow hand in hand with the uncompromised quality and integrity of our products. Manufactured at GMP certified facilities and passed through stringent testing, we stop at nothing in order to give you the purest genuine combination of Chrysin, DIM and Stinging Nettle Root Extract in the market.




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Saturday, September 23, 2017

BOOST ELITE Test Booster Formulated to Increase T-Levels, Vitality & Energy - 9 Powerful Ingredients Including Tribulus, Fenugreek, Yohimbe, Maca & Tongkat Ali, 90 Veggie Caps



BOOST ELITE Test Booster Formulated to Increase T-Levels, Vitality & Energy - 9 Powerful Ingredients Including Tribulus, Fenugreek, Yohimbe, Maca & Tongkat Ali, 90 Veggie Caps


What makes Boost Elite the best on the market?

TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS EXTRACT (45% Saponins) 
Flowering plant extract that supports test levels and helps build lean muscle mass.

HORNY GOAT WEED (10% Icariins) (Epimedium) 
Herb traditionally taken to help combat fatigue.

FENUGREEK EXTRACT (60% Saponins) 
Herb used to encourage reduction in body fat, support exercise performance, and increase endurance.

MACA ROOT 
Peruvian root traditionally used to enhance energy and increase stamina.

ZINC CITRATE 
Vital mineral believed to support test levels.

Diindolylmethane (DIM) 
Included in the formula to promote increased test levels.

PANAX GINSENG 
East Asian root traditionally used to help improve concentration and physical stamina while reducing stress.

TONGKAT ALI EXTRACT 100:1 
Evergreen plant native to Southeast Asia, believed to promote performance in men.

YOHIMBE BARK EXTRACT
Tree bark native to South Africa and often taken to amp up energy and athletic performance.

Bottom line, Boost Elite employs natural ingredients and time-tested wisdom to rev up your energy, vitality, and test levels. Trust us, you’ll feel it. 




Sunday, July 9, 2017

GENIUS TEST - The Smart Testosterone Booster, Dynamic Natural Energy Supplement, Brain Support, Libido, Fat Loss & Muscle Building





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Saturday, June 10, 2017

Sheer ALPHA Testosterone Booster Supplement - 800mg Horny Goat Weed and More For Boosting Muscle Growth, Stamina, Libido, and Endurance




  • REAL RESULTS YOU CAN SEE AND FEEL OR YOUR MONEY BACK: Sheer ALPHA Premium Testosterone Booster supports healthy testosterone levels in men of all ages with sustained use while improving sleep quality, reducing stress, and promoting a healthy libido, along with an all-around performance and wellness boost that gives you an added edge over other men. PLUS., it's backed by the best-in-the-industry 100% Money-Back Guarantee to ensure you enjoy real results (keep reading for details)
  • INCREASED MENTAL FOCUS, NATURAL ENERGY LEVELS, AND OVERALL WELL-BEING : Sheer ALPHA stacks it's powerful testosterone boosting formula with Ginkgo Biloba, a known cognitive enhancer, and Maca, a powerful mood optimizer, along with Tribulus Terrestris, a proven focus and virility supplement. Together, you'll notice an immediate boost in focus, energy, and overall well-being to enhance the benefits of this powerful testosterone supplement
  • BUILDS MUSCLE WHILE BURNING FAT: Having trouble getting and maintaining the body you want? Low testosterone may be to blame. Sheer ALPHA boosts testosterone to reduce fat storage and increase your body's natural muscle-building processes. Plus, the stack of clinically-proven ingredients in Sheer ALPHA is formulated to enhance your natural stamina levels, giving you boosted energy and drive when you need it most. So when everyone else is running on empty, you'll still be going strong
  • BLOCKS TESTOSTERONE KILLERS, INCLUDING STRESS, CORTISOL AND ESTROGEN: Cortisol causes stress, wreaking havoc on testosterone and your body's ability to heal itself, and too much estrogen can prevent you from ever getting the body you want. Sheer ALPHA contains ingredients that block these testosterone killers from affecting you, so you can finally enjoy the benefits of ideal testosterone levels that you've been missing out on


Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Natural Ways to Reduce Estrogen Dominance

 
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DIM


In healthy young men, it cuts "bad" estrogens in half by helping the liver neutralize them. DIM doesn't actually reduce estrogens. What is does is help the liver convert them into weaker forms.


Take 200-300 mg as 2-3 divided doses.


Calcium-D-Glucarate


Calcium D-glucarate attaches itself to estrogens in your intestines and passes them out into your toilet bowl. Otherwise, your body's could reabsorb a significant amout of estrogens that your body intends to eliminate. The only possible downside is that it also helps remove excess testosterone and cortisol, but only the overspill that's already destined for elimination. Take 800-600 mg as 2-8 divided doses.

Damiana Extract

University of Mississippi (Oxford) researchers discovered that damiana leaf extract inhibits the aromatase enzyme that converts testosterone into estrogen in the body. Take 50-500 milligrams three times per day between meals.

Chrysin

5, 7-dihydroxyflavone or chrysin is a flavonoid compound found in many plants and in honey. It has been known for years to inhibit the aromatase enzyme and block the conversion of testosterone into estrogen. Recent research from Texas Tech University (Lubbock) finds that it can also directly increase testosterone production. Take 1 gram of chrysin with breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Methoxyisoflavone

Is an anti-estrogen supplement. It lowers estrogen promoting higher testosterone levels. It also has been found to enhance protein synthesis and lower cortisol levels. Take 500-2,000mg per day in three divided doses with meals

Indole-3-carbinol (I3C)

A closely related derivative diindolylmethane (DIM), naturally occurring phytochemicals also reduces the strength of estrogens by converting them to weaker varieties in the liver.

The new entry's (most are natural ingredients that bind to estrogen receptors):

Resveratrol

Known as the ingredient from the French paradox, resveratrol is a SERM type product that has many other health promoting benefits. Resveratrol has been shown in studies to not only block estrogen but and increase LH leading to higher testosterone levels.

Ellagic Acid

This is typically an extract of raspberries and pomegranate. It has been studied to block estrogen.

Daidzein

This is the soy paradox. We typically say don't take soy. Daidzein which is a metabolite of soy that has weak estrogenic activity.

Grape Seed Extract.

Many studies have shown Grape Seed Extract to be a good aromatase inhibitor.

URSOLIC ACID
This poly phenol found in the skin of apples has been shown to increase muscle growth and strength by increasing production of IGF-1 and reducing the amount of testosterone that gets converted to estrogen. It has also been shown to increase fat loss while simultaneously building more muscle. Take 250-l,500mg 30-60 minutes before workouts.



Ipriflavone or 7-hydroxyflavone

Doses equivalent to about 500 mg for humans, easily reachable with lpriflavone supplements. Studies have found that serum testosterone levels increased, estrogen levels decreased, and muscle RNA went up 5%-10% (meaning more muscle protein was being directed) due to aromatase inhibition.





Stinging nettle

Ori Hofmekler (The Warrior Diet) lists this as having anti-aromatase agent. I will have to do further research.

Safflower Seed

Carthamus tinctorius (Compositae) as an anti-estrogenic. Studies have shown that tracheloside significantly decreased the activity of alkaline phosphatase (AP), an estrogen-inducible marker enzyme. As such CLA has also been pro ported to have anti-estrogenic capabilities.

VITEX AGNUS CASTUS

Chaste tree or Vitex agnus castus contains the active compounds known as agnosides that work to reduce estrogen levels and boost luteinizing hormone (LH) levels. In males, this can lead to a dramatic increase in testosterone. Take 200-400 mg of vitex agnus castus or chasteberry extract immediately before bed. Take it in 6-8-week cycles, then lay off for about four weeks before starting the next cycle.

Citrus Bioflavonoids

Hesperetin is created by metabolising hesperidin in the stomach which is found in citrus fruits, especially orange. Naringenin is another citrus bioflavonoid whose metabolites are able to lower aromatase enzyme and estrogen. They do this by attaching to receptor sites.

Bee Propolis

Has been shown to be effective in the fight against xenoestrogens.

Vitamin D

Has been shown to be a natural aromatase inhibitor.

Turmeric

Has promise as an aromatase inhibitor by occupying estrogen receptors. 








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Damiana + chrysin: stack these two aminos to send nitric oxide levels skyrocketing.  Jim Stoppani.
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Friday, January 17, 2014

Interesting testosterone booster found at @StrongSupps

The below information is from the Strongsupplementshop . I have no affiliation with this site. 
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The active ingredient in MyoTest is Tribulus Terrestris. Tribulus is known to increase testosterone levels when broken down in the body.

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Rhodiola Rosea (4% Rosavin)400mg**
Avena Sariva 10:1500mg**
20- Hydroxyecdysterone150mg**
5-Methyl, 7 Methoxy Isoflavone250mg**
Eurycoma Longifolia10mg**
Epimedium (40% Icariin)100mg**
Cinidium Monnier (10% Osthole)50mg**
Zinc (from Monomethionine Aspartate)15mg**
Magnesium (from Magnesium Aspartate)225mg**
Vitamin B67.5mg**
Dindolymethane200mg**
**(DV)Daily Value Not Established

Sunday, June 30, 2013

Items for PCT | Post Cycle Therapy Powder Stack


Take this stack twice daily.

250mg TUDCA - Liver Support Agent

1.5g DAA - D-Aspartic Acid to bring testosterone levels up. Stimulates luteinizing hormone (LH).

250mg Longjack (Tongkat Ali) - Stimulates testes to produce testosterone.

250mg Mucuna - Lowers cortisol and prolactin and supports sleep and growth hormone.

250mg Tribulus - Stimulates the production of LH.

250mg Milk Thistle - Liver Support

100mg DIM - Estrogen Control

Flavoring Agents

100mg Stevia

1g Citric Acid

or MIO

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Manage Estrogen to Raise Testosterone. SERMs: Anti-Estrogen and Anti-Aromatase Products

Aromatase is an enzyme which converts testosterone to estrogen. Inhibiting aromatase increases testosterone and reduces estrogen, promoting muscle growth and fat loss. Numerous studies have seem to have confirmed this.

In this post I will look at a few of the current means of estrogen management. Often referred to as SERMs or Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators.

Before with get to the current popular ingredients, let's talk about lifestyle things you can do. These are especially important if you belong to the "big belly club" like me.

  • Lift heavy to build more muscle and burn more glycogen. Less glycogen stores means more body fat burned. 
  • Avoid soy, wheat and flax. Yeah, I know, it's probably bro science but why take a chance. Especially if you are already estrogen prone. 
  • Get 8 hours of sleep. 
  • Avoid alcohol. 
  • Get some. If you don't know what some is.....you already may have lost the fight. 
  • Avoid plastic containers. Water bottles and heating food in plastics. BPA has estrogenic effects. 
  • Eat proteins and don't be afraid of saturated fats. Whole eggs. At least 1 gram per pound of lean body weight. If you weight 200 pounds but you are 30% body fat, don't eat 200 grams of protein. Your lean mass is closer to 140 to 150 pounds lean. About 20 to 30% of your calories should come from fat. 
  • Eat 2 grams of carbs per pound of body weight or less. Learn your body. I'm king endomorph I need to eat less. Most dudes can eat a 2 to 1 ratio of carbs to protein. 
  • If you are a lean dude. No belly and no moobs. Don't worry about estrogen.
  • Eat broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables such as cauliflower and cabbage. They are powerful estradiol blockers.
Now to the individual supplements.





The old standbys:


DIM


In healthy young men, it cuts "bad" estrogens in half by helping the liver neutralize them. DIM doesn't actually reduce estrogens. What is does is help the liver convert them into weaker forms.


Take 200-300 mg as 2-3 divided doses.


Calcium-D-Glucarate


Calcium D-glucarate attaches itself to estrogens in your intestines and passes them out into your toilet bowl. Otherwise, your body's could reabsorb a significant out of estrogens your body intends to eliminate. The only possible downside is that it also helps remove excess testosterone and cortisol, but only the overspill that's already destined for elimination. Take 800-600 mg as 2-8 divided doses.


Damiana Extract


University of Mississippi (Oxford) researchers discovered that damiana leaf extract inhibits the aromatase enzyme that converts testosterone into estrogen in the body. Take 50-500 milligrams three times per day between meals.


Chrysin


5, 7-dihydroxyflavone or chrysin is a flavonoid compound found in many plants and in honey. It has been known for years to inhibit the aromatase enzyme and block the conversion of testosterone into estrogen. Recent research from Texas Tech University (Lubbock) finds that it can also directly increase testosterone production. Take 1 gram of chrysin with breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Methoxyisoflavone

Is an anti-estrogen supplement. It lowers estrogen promoting higher testosterone levels. It also has been found to enhance protein synthesis and lower cortisol levels. Take 500-2,000mg per day in three divided doses with meals

Indole-3-carbinol (I3C)

A closely related derivative diindolylmethane (DIM), naturally occurring phytochemicals also reduces the strength of estrogens by converting them to weaker varieties in the liver.

The new entry's (most are natural ingredients that bind to estrogen receptors):

Resveratrol

Known as the ingredient from the French paradox, resveratrol is a SERM type product that has many other health promoting benefits. Resveratrol has been shown in studies to not only block estrogen but and increase LH leading to higher testosterone levels.

Ellagic Acid

This is typically an extract of raspberries and pomegranate. It has been studied to block estrogen.

Daidzein

This is the soy paradox. We typically say don't take soy. Daidzein which is a metabolite of soy that has weak estrogenic activity.

Grape Seed Extract.

Many studies have shown Grape Seed Extract to be a good aromatase inhibitor.

URSOLIC ACID
This poly phenol found in the skin of apples has been shown to increase muscle growth and strength by increasing production of IGF-1 and reducing the amount of testosterone that gets converted to estrogen. It has also been shown to increase fat loss while simultaneously building more muscle. Take 250-l,500mg 30-60 minutes before workouts.

Ipriflavone or 7-hydroxyflavone

Doses equivalent to about 500 mg for humans, easily reachable with lpriflavone supplements. Studies have found that serum testosterone levels increased, estrogen levels decreased, and muscle RNA went up 5%-10% (meaning more muscle protein was being directed) due to aromatase inhibition.

Stinging nettle

Ori Hofmekler (The Warrior Diet) lists this as having anti-aromatase agent. I will have to do further research.

Safflower Seed

Carthamus tinctorius (Compositae) as an anti-estrogenic. Studies have shown that tracheloside significantly decreased the activity of alkaline phosphatase (AP), an estrogen-inducible marker enzyme. As such CLA has also been pro ported to have anti-estrogenic capabilities.

VITEX AGNUS CASTUS

Chaste tree or Vitex agnus castus contains the active compounds known as agnosides that work to reduce estrogen levels and boost luteinizing hormone (LH) levels. In males, this can lead to a dramatic increase in testosterone. Take 200-400 mg of vitex agnus castus or chasteberry extract immediately before bed. Take it in 6-8-week cycles, then lay off for about four weeks before starting the next cycle.

Citrus Bioflavonoids

Hesperetin is created by metabolising hesperidin in the stomach which is found in citrus fruits, especially orange. Naringenin is another citrus bioflavonoid whose metabolites are able to lower aromatase enzyme and estrogen. They do this by attaching to receptor sites.

Bee Propolis

Has been shown to be effective in the fight against xenoestrogens.

Vitamin D

Has been shown to be a natural aromatase inhibitor.

Turmeric

Has promise as an aromatase inhibitor by occupying estrogen receptors. 





 

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