Research

Research in increasing sperm count

Oligosoospermia or low sperm count is a leading cause of male infertility. In a clinical study, researchers found that when men between 21 and 50 years of age diagnosed with low sperm count were treated with Tribulus Terrestris there was significant improvement in the quantity and quality of the sperms within 60 days. (Sellandi TM et al. “Clinical study of Tribulus terrestris Linn. In Oligozoospermia: A double blind study.” Ayu. 2012 Jul).

Research in increasing testosterone level in men

Clinical trials have revealed that treatment with Tribulus terrestris significantly boosted the total and free testosterone levels in aging males with partial androgen deficiency. The patients in the study took 250 mg of Tribulus terrestris thrice a day for up to three months. (Farid Roajah M et al. “Pilot study on the effect of botanical medicine (Tribulus Terrestris) on serum Testosterone level and erectile function in aging males with partial androgen deficiency (PADAM).” J Sex Marital Ther. 2015 Apr).

Research in improving penile erection

Experimental studies have shown that Tribulus terrestris relaxation of the corpus cavernosum, thereby improving erectile function. It works by stimulating the endothelial cells of the penile blood vessels to increase nitric oxide production and by increasing the intracavernous pressure. (Do J et al. “Effects and Mechanism of Action of a Tribulus terrestris Extract on Penile Erection.” Korean J Urol. 2013 Mar).

Research in reducing female sexual dysfunction

In a clinical study, researchers found that women in their childbearing age suffering from sexual dysfunction experienced significant improvement in libido when they were treated with Tribulus terrestris for up to 90 days.(Carlos RB Gama et al. “Clinical Assessment of Tribulus terrestris Extract in the Treatment of Female Sexual Dysfunction.” Clinical Med Insights: Women’s Health. 2014).