[SupFatHead]

I thought this might be appropriate in this forum.


Aromatherapy in Testosterone Stimulation

By Eric M. Potratz

We all know that Testosterone is the king of building a lean physique, giving us sexual desire, and making us real men. When you think about boosting testosterone, you probably think about supplements with Tribulus, Fadogia, or Tongkat. However, I’m about to present to you a long forgotten practice for manipulating your hormones. This method has been clinically practiced in Europe for ages and is now hitting the bodybuilding community as a new method for testosterone stimulation – Aromatherapy.

Aromatherapy has been practiced for hundreds of years, and has been used to treat all kinds of infections, disorders, and ailments. But instead of exploring the long history and medicinal use of essential oils (which would take years to learn, and probably make you fall asleep), I’m going to give you a sneak peek on how these oils can be useful for an athlete or bodybuilder looking to enhance their well being, virility and testosterone production.

In a nutshell, aromatherapy is the inhalation of essential oils distilled from plants. What is special about these essential oils is that they are volatile, which means they rapidly evaporate and travel into the body by the lungs and nasal cavity. Since the oils are inhaled, they produce a very quick and powerful effect on the body. What’s most exciting is that there are hundreds of different oils from different plants that have an array of biological influence on the body. With proper knowledge and experience, different volatile oils can be combined for a unique effect. (Keep in mind, these volatile oils are very powerful and can be flat-out dangerous if used incorrectly, so please do NOT start inhaling your grandma’s collection of volatile oils!)

The basic action of aromatherapy is smelling certain aromas to stimulate certain physiological processes in your body. Aromatherapy probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of boosting testosterone, or enhancing sexual performance. That’s because the practice of using aromatherapy for enhancing male virility is a relatively new practice not yet acknowledged by mainstream Western medicine. Perhaps the reason for this is the complex, and almost mysterious mechanism, by which volatile oils exert their action. However, research is beginning to uncover a bit of the mystery. For instance, studies done in Europe have shown that inhaling certain essential oils (such as Clary sage) will oxygenate and stimulate the brain to release LH (luteinizing hormone) for testosterone production. That’s right; volatile oils are drawn up into the nasal cavity, carried through the nasal mucosa, and taken directly to the hypothalamus and pituitary for instant stimulation of the gonadotropes. Further in-vitro research has lead researchers to believe that one of the primary mechanisms for stimulation and release of LH is caused by up-regulation of cAMP (Cyclic adenosine monophosphate) in the pituitary.

Aromatherapists well versed in the practice have used a variety of volatile oils to enhance male sexual energy & fertility. Aphrodisiac combinations often include sandalwood, rose, geranium, ginger, ylang ylang, and patchouli volatile oils. An interesting property of the sandalwood essential oil is ability to sexually excite a female partner due to its close resemblance to the male pheromone androsterone. Many of these aphrodisiac oils are also combined with citrus based oils to uplift the mood and social confidence (an interesting practice found in aroma-psychotherapy). These are the same powerful tools that have been used in women to encourage pregnancy, and have even been used in place of prescription drugs such as Clomid for inducing fertility (you guys can make your own implications here).

Now you’re probably wondering, “how do I use these essential oils and how much will it boost my Testosterone?”

Well the answer to that is not so simple, yet. You see, there is no clinically proven universal “dose of smell” that has been established to produce a certain increase in testosterone production. Aromatherapy is a circumstantial practice, where the effectiveness is influenced by many factors. For instance, the effectiveness of essential oils has a lot to do with the quality of the oil. Unfortunately, a lot of the oils on the market are low grade oils contaminated with harsh solvents that may cause adverse side-effects upon over exposure. Even if you find quality oils, overexposure is still a common problem that will easily cause dizziness and/or nausea.

For application, essential oils are either directly inhaled or diluted and messaged into the body as an oil or lotion (such as with Sustain Alpha). If you decide to experiment on your own with volatile oils, it’s important to take precaution by limiting the amount of exposure to these oils. For example, take a brief whiff of an oil and wait about 20 minutes before trying another. This way you can put each oil through the test, and narrow down a specific oil and/or combination that contributes to a desired effect. If applying the oils to the skin, remember to dilute them prior to application with a carrier such as almond oil or olive oil (5-10 drops per 1 oz of oil).

Have fun and remember, nothing kills a bird like a stone.

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Eric M. Potratz has developed his education in the field of endocrinology and performance enhancement through years of research, counseling, and real world experience. Over the past five years he has been a private consultant for hundreds of athletes and bodybuilders alike, and is the founder & President of Primordial Performance. Recently, Primordial Performance has released the testosterone booster Sustain Alpha as their first product enhanced with aromatherapy.

[Primordial Perf]

Thanks for the post up...

Did you pull this from the steroid.com NL?

-Pp

[SupFatHead]

Originally Posted by Primordial Perf

Thanks for the post up...

Did you pull this from the steroid.com NL?

-Pp

Sorta, somebody posted it on a UG board I visit which led me to steroid.com. Good read man.

[thundergod]

Originally Posted by Primordial Perf

Thanks for the post up...

Did you pull this from the steroid.com NL?

-Pp

I've been asking this question for days now with no clear feedback. If I suspend some of my bulk powders (testofen, divanil, icariin, muira pauma) in an extra virgin olive oil solution, will it improve the efficacy and bio-availability of these compounds? If not, I'll just keep chasing them down with water. Thanks for your help. I just keep seeing more products coming out with new liquid delivery systems and wonder if they're better this way!!

[Primordial Perf]

Originally Posted by thundergod

I've been asking this question for days now with no clear feedback. If I suspend some of my bulk powders (testofen, divanil, icariin, muira pauma) in an extra virgin olive oil solution, will it improve the efficacy and bio-availability of these compounds? If not, I'll just keep chasing them down with water. Thanks for your help. I just keep seeing more products coming out with new liquid delivery systems and wonder if they're better this way!!

Suspending your ingredients in oil wouldn’t provide anymore benefit that just taking your powders with some kind of oily food.

If you want to enhance delivery then you need to solvate your actives. Try alcohol, PEG, Propylene glycol, possibly in a glycerin base.

-Pp

[thundergod]

Originally Posted by Primordial Perf

Suspending your ingredients in oil wouldn’t provide anymore benefit that just taking your powders with some kind of oily food.

If you want to enhance delivery then you need to solvate your actives. Try alcohol, PEG, Propylene glycol, possibly in a glycerin base.

-Pp

What kind of alcohol do you suggest? The ol' everclear 190 proof? PGA!! And, could you give me an example of a glycerin base to use? I really appreciate all of your help!!

[bioman]

Good read. I have been slowly gaining appreciation for essential oils lately and have realized just how powerful some of them are.

For instance Myrrh oil appears to have some pretty potent anti-inflammatory properties. I have used a drop or two directly in the skin around my neck (super sensitive area so be careful..Myrrh generally won't burn but other oils will so dilute) and within an hour it opens my sinuses 100%. I use this little trick so I can sleep deeper and not have apnea or mouth breathing issues at night.

Myrrh is also the best treatment for severe hemorrhoids I have ever seen. Without going into graphic detail..the "sufferer" we will call her, had been unresponsive to every OTC hemorrhoid treatment and also several corticosteroid prescription treatments. Myrrh oil took care of the problem in just a few days.

I have some Clary Sage..might have to try this and see if it does anything.

[thundergod]

Originally Posted by Primordial Perf

Suspending your ingredients in oil wouldn’t provide anymore benefit that just taking your powders with some kind of oily food.

If you want to enhance delivery then you need to solvate your actives. Try alcohol, PEG, Propylene glycol, possibly in a glycerin base.

-Pp

I sincerely do want to improve the delivery of my testofen powder (80 grams) that's arriving tomorrow. How much alcohol(PGA), and PEG do I need to mix my testofen into before I add it all to my olive oil suspension. Also how much olive oil would you recommend for the whole 80 grams worth of testofen powder? I really appreciate all of your help here!!!

[Primordial Perf]

Originally Posted by thundergod

I sincerely do want to improve the delivery of my testofen powder (80 grams) that's arriving tomorrow. How much alcohol(PGA), and PEG do I need to mix my testofen into before I add it all to my olive oil suspension. Also how much olive oil would you recommend for the whole 80 grams worth of testofen powder? I really appreciate all of your help here!!!

Skip the olive oil... it won’t do anything to enhance the uptake, and it certainly won’t make it taste any better.

To keep things simple you could just make a tincture and put your ingredients in high proof alcohol and blend for several mins. Anything else you add would be for flavoring. You will have to do some experimenting here. (75-150mg/ml would be a good concentration)

Bioman,

You may find eucalyptus excellent for you sinuses too. The Clary sage can have a sedative action, so it might be something to try before bed.

-Pp

[neoborn]

Ok so what oils for boosting test should I experiment with and what doses?

Come on Pp!!!

[thundergod]

[quote=Primordial Perf;1186699]Skip the olive oil... it won’t do anything to enhance the uptake, and it certainly won’t make it taste any better.

To keep things simple you could just make a tincture and put your ingredients in high proof alcohol and blend for several mins. Anything else you add would be for flavoring. You will have to do some experimenting here. (75-150mg/ml would be a good concentration)
One last question Pp-- Do you think 500 ml. (1 pint) of everclear will be enough to put the whole 80 grams of testofen into? It will yeild 160 mg. per 1 ml. You said I could go up to 150 mg. per ml. Will this work? Thanks again. You're the best!!!




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Okay, I don't mean to wear you out with alot of questions, but here's one more. If I mix the 80 grams of testofen with 500 ml. of everclear(PGA) that would yeild about 160 mg. per ml. Does this sound right to you? And then, you just measure it out and drink it,right? Thanks!!!

[Primordial Perf]

Originally Posted by thundergod

Okay, I don't mean to wear you out with alot of questions, but here's one more. If I mix the 80 grams of testofen with 500 ml. of everclear(PGA) that would yeild about 160 mg. per ml. Does this sound right to you? And then, you just measure it out and drink it,right? Thanks!!!

Yep... but prepare for the worst tasting stuff ever. (this is where the glycerol comes in to help sweeten it)

Neo,

Let us take care of the test boosting essential oils. Sustain has a perfect mix... and now as of the most recent batch smells better than ever. ;-)

-Eric

[thundergod]

[quote=Primordial Perf;1187255]Yep... but prepare for the worst tasting stuff ever. (this is where the glycerol comes in to help sweeten it)

Pp---This is the way I'll go then. Thank you ever so much for all of your kind co-operation!!! Best of luck to you in all future endeavors!!!