Health Canada-Approved Use: Adults (19 yrs & older): Supports Testosterone Production. Supports Healthy Testosterone Levels.
"Many believe that testosterone support formulas will only benefit men, but given the recent surge in studies on the importance of testosterone for the health and well-being of women also, this idea is now outdated. Of course, there are obvious and very noticeable benefits for men, like increased strength, vigour, energy, mental clarity, and an overall sense of well-being. Yet these also apply to women, along with improved libido, improved mood, better body composition (more muscle / less visceral fat), and even calming autoimmunity, which is far more predominant in women.”
Written by: John Biggs, BSc. NCP, OHP
It was 2012 when we first started with our TEST Synergy formula. It was sooo much better than any of the other testosterone formulas on our shelf! The obvious increases in strength during workouts, as well as the clarity of mind, and feelings of wellbeing afterwards were/are unmistakable. (All one has to do is try it…For any doubters this is why we came out with the 30 capsule trial size.)
One of the benefits of this formula is how quickly it works. For men, 3 to 5 capsules 20-60 minutes prior to working out is all it takes. It kicks-in in about 40 minutes. However, it’s not just for men. Several years ago, I started recommending it for women wanting to stimulate their libido as well, at 2 capsules per day. (It has been my experience that women also notice it more if they take it before exercise, and the appropriate dosage is 1-3 capsules).
Why Testosterone Also Matters for Women
When we think about hormonal deficiency, we often assume that men experience "andropause," with gradual testosterone loss, while women experience perimenopause and menopause, characterized by dropping estrogen and progesterone. However, women actually produce more testosterone by mass than they do estrogen, making it an essential driver of female vitality. [1] (Testosterone concentrations in the blood are measured in nanograms, whereas estrogen is measured in picograms, which are 1000X smaller in terms of quantity)
I love this quote from the European Society of Medicine: "Testosterone, the most abundant biologically active hormone in women, has been historically and erroneously characterized as a 'male hormone', resulting in a longstanding gap in women’s healthcare." The clinical challenge has always been how to safely optimize testosterone pathways without introducing synthetic hormones that can have unintended consequences. In other words, encouraging the body's own manufacturing pathways, instead of directly supplementing testosterone, thereby allowing your own body to govern where resources are placed.
Supporting Natural Production Instead of Hormone Replacement
TEST Synergy by Synergy Holistics accomplishes this. It uses targeted herbs such as specific extracts of Fenugreek, Tribulus and others that initiate upstream signals in the brain.
By stimulating the pituitary gland, these herbs encourage the secretion of luteinizing hormone (LH). LH then cascades down through your hormone-producing pathways, triggering a baseline elevation of intermediate hormones…most notably dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). [2]
Activate Your Own Production of Testosterone and DHEA
In men, LH travels to the Leydig cells in the testes and sparks testosterone production via the DHEA pathway. In women, LH acts on the theca cells of the ovaries to do the exact same thing. In women with no ovaries, botanicals such as fenugreek and tribulus can still exert positive effects on testosterone levels through adrenal pathways. [3],[4]
This top-down approach facilitates healthy testosterone production in both sexes.
Enter Aromatase: Customized Effects for the Male and Female
A common concern among women is whether a testosterone support formula will induce masculinizing effects. This is where biology steps in. Women naturally exhibit a much higher activity of the aromatase enzyme than men. Aromatase is the specific enzyme responsible for converting androgens like testosterone into estrogens (such as estradiol).
When a botanical formula boosts upstream LH and yields more DHEA and testosterone, in men, who naturally possess lower baseline aromatase activity, the increased LH simply results in higher free and total testosterone, avoiding excess estrogen conversion and supporting classic male vitality, physical stamina, and body composition.
Conversely the female body utilizes its abundant aromatase reserves to convert a significant portion of those androgens directly into estrogen. Raising both healthy testosterone and estrogen levels simultaneously.
TEST Synergy: Striking the Right Balance
Our professional-grade formulation, now available in 30, 60 and 150 capsule sizes, utilizes dual-standardized extractions to guarantee consistency.
Two Standardized Fenugreek Extracts - Including trademarked TestoSurge, which has been clinically studied for its ability to optimize bioavailable hormone levels by safely preventing the premature breakdown of active testosterone.
Two Standardized Tribulus Terrestris Extracts - One standardized to 20% protodioscin and the other to 20% steroidal saponins. These active saponins work directly on the pituitary to optimize LH release, ensuring the endocrine cascade is activated.
An Advanced 15-in-1 Nutrient Matrix Featuring - Stinging Nettle Root, Suma Root, Siberian Ginseng, Zinc, and Magnesium. These additions help inhibit sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), meaning more of the generated testosterone remains free and biologically active in the bloodstream, rather than bound up and inactive.
A New Perspective on Healthy Aging
Hormonal health through testosterone metabolism is no longer a single-gender conversation. By providing the biochemical raw materials to stimulate the body's primary control centres, TEST Synergy offers a safe pathway for all adults to reclaim their vitality, optimize their body composition and protect their long-term well-being.
Until next time,
Be Well!
John Biggs, BSc. NCP, OHP
References
- https://esmed.org/testosterone-therapy-in-women-breaking-myths-and-gaps/
- https://honehealth.com/edge/fenugreek-testosterone/?srsltid=AfmBOooWqwHlajgf4s8KcFmoBKqa77SJYecZ7_9xlEwLV1B5g5_d_6fV
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10054907/
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https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0944711321000040#:~:text=Summarized%20beneficial,protodioscin
Cautions and Warnings
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Contra-Indications
Do not use this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have been diagnosed with benign prostate hypertrophy and/or prostate cancer.