Hormone Support
Fadogia Agrestis
Also known as: Fadogia agrestis
Nigerian shrub gaining popularity for testosterone. Limited human research, animal studies promising.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Primary uses
- Testosterone support
- Libido
How it works
- May increase LH (luteinizing hormone)
- Testosterone increase in animals
- Mechanism not fully understood
Dosage
- Typical range
- 425-600mg
- Timing
- Morning
- With food
- Either
- Duration
- Cycle use recommended
- Special populations
- Experimental/biohacker
Forms
- Capsule
Safety
Common side effects
- Unknown - limited research
Contraindications
- Unknown
Evidence notes
Very limited human research, animal studies exist
Grade D: Primarily pre-clinical or anecdotal; human efficacy not established.
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