Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Test X180 Ignite: More Free Testosterone, Fact or Fiction?

Test X180 Ignite is a popular muscle-building supplement. It was created by former Harvard University rowers, and formulated by Force Factor. Test X180 Ignite was designed specifically for men who want to build muscle, burn fat, and improve physical and sexual performance.

Test X180 Ignite is said to be able to help you improve lean muscle gains by way of its ability to boost your free testosterone levels. It is advertised on their website as a two week supply, you can apply for a free sample there as well.

But the question still remains; can you boost your free testosterone levels by supplementing with Test X180 Ignite? Let's find out. First, let take a look at Test X180 Ignite's main ingredients:

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  • Testofen (Fenugreek)
  • Green Tea Leaf Extract
  • Caffeine
  • Avena Stavia Extract
  • Horny Goat Weed Extract
  • Green Coffee Bean Extract
  • White Tea Extract

One serving of Test X180 Ignite contains (400mg) of the above ingredients, plus vitamins. But since our goal is to determine whether or not Test X180 Ignite has the ability to increase free testosterone, we only need to look at one ingredient; Testofen (Fenugreek).

According to Force Factor's website, Testofen (Fenugreek) has been clinically researched and shown to help men increase their levels of free testosterone. After doing my own research I found an article with a link to a 2010 study that supports their claims.

The bad news is, your free testosterone increase will come at a price; a decrease in DHT. Testofen (Fenugreek) has been shown to increase your free testosterone levels by inhibiting the conversion of testosterone to DHT (dihydrotestosterone). But since DHT is a more potent androgen than testosterone, Testofen supplementation might not be worth the loss.

The main reason being, you can raise your free testosterone levels without lowering your DHT by simply changing your diet. That said, the only thing you stand to gain by taking Test X180 Ignite is a heightened libido and better performance in bed. 

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