20-H (20-hydroxyecdysone or ecdysterone) is
a new powerful non-harmful anabolic adaptogenic solution that has been shown in
scientific studies to have a pronounced capacity to stimulate protein synthesis
in muscle cells. It was initially discovered as a growth hormone in insects.
However, 20-H also exists as a naturally occurring phytochemical in the herbs
Rhaponticum/Leuzeae and Cyanotic vaga. In 2000, scientists developed technology
to extract the compound through in-vitro cell cultivation, providing the
necessary purity and concentration needed for marketable supplementation.
What does it
do?
Ecdysterone creates an environment in the
body conducive to building muscles by maintaining a positive nitrogen balance
and augmenting protein synthesis. Research shows using 20-H along with a
balanced protein diet and regular exercise will result in increasing lean body
mass and muscle growth. A 1988 scientific study by S. Simakin proved those
athletes who used protein and ecdysterone had a 6-7 percent increase in lean
muscle mass with a 10 percent reduction in fat in just 10 days.
Research on ecdysterone has proven its
effectiveness in increasing endurance and energy, stimulating metabolism,
decreasing blood sugar, and reducing fatigue. 20-H has been discovered to
increase protein synthesis by an extraordinary 180 percent, while the well-known
anabolic steroid Methandrostendione only increases protein synthesis by 163
percent. 20-H also can improve nerve function, enhance the development of mature
red blood cells, and have a positive effect on the skin, with improvements in
keratin and acne.
In addition to its obvious application to
bodybuilding, ecdysterone has another potential use. Ecdysterone, like tribulus
terrestris, has the ability to increase testosterone production. By doing so,
ecdysterone has the capability of improving overall sexual function. In one
clinical study, ecdysterone was administered for 10 days, and after that time,
sexual function was improved in the ecdysterone group.
How should it be
taken?
For the best results, ecdysterone should be
taken with a protein-rich diet. The recommended daily dosage is 5 mg per
kilogram of body weight. For instance, a person weighing 78 kg (or 170 lbs.)
would take 386 mg per day. 20-H should also be cycled, as with any supplement,
so that the body does not plateau.
Unlike anabolic steroids, 20-H has
demonstrated no known adverse reactions or side effects. It also has an
incredibly low toxicity and no hormonal interactions, conversion into estrogenic
compounds or high blood pressure.
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