Tribulus terrestris is an annual plant in the Caltrop Family (Zygophyllaceae) widely distributed around the world, that is adapted to grow in dry climate locations in which few other plants can survive.
The extract is claimed to increase the body's natural levels and thereby improve male sexual performance and help build muscle. Its purported muscle-building potential was popularized by American IFBB bodybuilding champion Jeffrey Petermann in the early 1970s. However, T. terrestris has failed to increase levels in controlled studies.It has also failed to demonstrate strength-enhancing properties.
Functions:
1. Lowering blood pressure and blood-fat, deducing cholesterol and anti-atherosclerosis.
2. Enhancing human immunity and anti-aging ;
3. Boosting male virility
4. Strengthening myocardial contractive power, slowing heart rate and dilating coronary arteries.
Applications :
1. Applied in pharmaceutical field, it is usually made into tablets, capsule and granule to warm the kidney, strengthen the spleen and enhance human immunity.
2. Applied in food field, it is mainly used in kinds of beverage, liquor and foods to enhance human immunity and anti-aging.