A male performance complex with 8 anabolic plant extracts and Co-Q10

ALPHA is a combination of Coenzyme Q10 with steroidal saponins, flavonoids, nitrates (sources of nitric oxide), terpenoids, and other natural polyphenols. Its ingredients have been studied for their roles in supporting libido, physical endurance, blood flow, and antioxidant activity.

Fenugreek

Fenugreek is a source of furostanol, a steroidal saponin. Scientific studies suggest it increases the production of the luteinizing hormone and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), influencing testosterone levels and libido [1–4].

Other studies associate fenugreek with improvements in sugar metabolism and insulin resistance [5,6].

Ginkgo biloba

Ginkgo is rich in terpenoids and flavonoids. Studies suggest it improves blood circulation by increasing nitric oxide levels, a potent vasodilator [7]. Other studies indicate its flavonoids have neuroprotective and cardioprotective effects [7].

ALPHA uses a 50:1 Ginkgo leaf extract standardized to 24% flavonoid glycosides and 6% terpene lactones.

Tribulus terrestris extract

Tribulus terrestris contains steroidal saponins such as dioscin, protodioscin, and diosgenin. Some animal studies indicate that these compounds may increase libido and support free testosterone levels [8–11].

ALPHA uses a 25:1 extract with a minimum of 95% steroidal saponins.

Maca extract

Maca root has been studied for its effects on libido and semen quality [12–14]. Animal research has also linked maca to reduced prostate size [15]. The main bioactive components are lipid compounds, particularly macamides [16].

ALPHA uses a 10:1 maca root extract.

Avena sativa extract

Avena sativa contains phenolic alkaloids known as avenanthramides with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties [17]. It is also a source of avenacosides, which are steroidal saponins [18].

ALPHA uses a 10:1 extract of Avena sativa.

Coenzyme Q10

Coenzyme Q10 (Co-Q10), or ubiquinone, is an antioxidant found in mitochondria. Studies have shown that Co-Q10 supplementation may improve physical endurance and semen quality [19].

Black pepper extract

Black pepper contains piperine, a bioactive alkaloid with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties [20]. It is also a thermogenic compound that stimulates metabolism by acting on beta-receptors [21].

ALPHA uses a 35:1 black pepper extract with 95% piperine.

Garlic extract

Garlic contains alliin, which converts into allicin—a sulfur compound with several pharmacological properties. Animal studies suggest allicin may reduce atherosclerosis and fat deposits in arteries [22], and help regulate cortisol production [23,24]. Allicin is also known for its antioxidant and antimicrobial effects [25].

ALPHA uses a 50:1 garlic extract.

Watercress extract

Watercress is rich in nitrates, which are sources of nitric oxide—a vasodilator. Studies show watercress supplementation can help reduce exercise-induced oxidative stress [26,27].

ALPHA uses a 10:1 watercress extract.

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