DHT Management
5α-reductase modulation and scalp/prostate DHT.
Ranked by evidence strength across reported benefits.
Biotin (B7)
Coenzyme for carboxylases — popular for hair and nails despite weak data outside true deficiency.
Tongkat Ali
Malaysian root extract that frees bound testosterone via SHBG reduction.
Zinc
Cofactor for ~300 enzymes — critical for testosterone, immune function, and DNA synthesis.
Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia)
Malaysian root with moderate human evidence for raising free testosterone and reducing SHBG.
Yohimbine
Alpha-2 antagonist — improves erection and fat loss in fasted state but cardiovascular caution.
Shilajit
Himalayan mineral exudate rich in fulvic acid, studied for testosterone and fatigue.
DIM (Diindolylmethane)
Cruciferous-derived compound modulating estrogen metabolism toward 2-OH pathway.
Saw Palmetto
5α-reductase-inhibiting berry extract — used for BPH and androgenic hair loss.
MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane)
Bioavailable sulfur donor for joints, skin, and hair-keratin synthesis.
Marine Collagen Peptides
Hydrolyzed fish collagen — supplies glycine, proline, and bioactive di/tripeptides for skin and hair.
DIM (Diindolylmethane)
Cruciferous-vegetable metabolite that shifts estrogen metabolism toward 2-OH (protective) pathways.
Saw Palmetto
Lipidosterolic extract used for BPH urinary symptoms.
Pygeum
African plum bark used for BPH urinary symptoms.
Stinging Nettle Root
Herbal for BPH and SHBG modulation, often paired with saw palmetto.
Panax Ginseng (Sexual Health)
Korean red ginseng with RCT-level evidence for erectile dysfunction.
Zinc (Sperm Health)
Concentrated in semen — essential for sperm production and testosterone.
Lycopene
Tomato carotenoid linked with prostate and cardiovascular protection.
Boron (Extra)
Trace mineral that modulates steroid hormones and bone.
Mucuna Pruriens
Velvet bean providing natural L-DOPA.
Nettle Root
Urtica dioica for BPH.
Beta-Sitosterol
Plant sterol for BPH and cholesterol.
Black Maca
Lepidium meyenii black variant for energy.
Red Maca
Lepidium meyenii red variant for prostate.
Pomegranate Extract
Punica granatum ellagitannins.
Tongkat Ali Eurycomanone-Standardized
LJ100 standardized to 22% eurypeptides.
Stinging Nettle Root
Urtica dioica root for free testosterone.
Boron Citrate
Boron for hormone modulation.
Zinc Monomethionine (ZMA)
Zinc + magnesium + B6 for recovery.
Pumpkin Seed Oil
Cold-pressed seed oil studied for hair density and prostate health.
Boron
Trace mineral with modest effects on free testosterone and bone mineralization.
Fadogia Agrestis
Nigerian shrub — popularized for testosterone support; sparse human data.
Rosemary Oil (Topical)
Topical rosemary oil — comparable to 2% minoxidil for AGA in head-to-head trial.
Horsetail Extract
Silica-rich herb traditionally used for hair, nail, and connective tissue support.
Marine Protein Complex (AminoMar)
Proprietary marine-derived complex (AminoMar) clinically studied for thinning hair in women.
Horny Goat Weed (Epimedium)
Icariin-rich herb with PDE5-inhibitor-like activity for erectile function.
Zinc Picolinate
Zinc chelated to picolinic acid — one of the most bioavailable oral forms.
Zinc Bisglycinate
Glycine-chelated zinc — high absorption and very gentle on the stomach.
Pine Pollen
Phyto-androgen pollen containing trace testosterone and DHEA.
Topical Saw Palmetto
Topical lotion form for androgenetic alopecia.
Fadogia Agrestis
African shrub touted for testosterone (rodent data only).
Fadogia Agrestis
African shrub popularized for testosterone; limited human data and toxicology concerns.