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By Paul Becker owner of Truly Huge Supplements After more than 40 years in bodybuilding, I have learned one thing about testosterone boosters: there are a lot of them that sound good on the label, but very few that I would actually put my name behind. I have tried a lot of testosterone-boosting supplements over the years. Some were disappointing. Some seemed to do absolutely nothing. And a handful became staples because I could actually feel a difference in areas that matter to me as a natural bodybuilder: strength, muscle, body composition, sex drive, energy and general well-being. That experience has also shaped the way I formulate supplements. I am a natural competitive bodybuilder, author and personal trainer, and I have been involved in the supplement industry for approximately 30 years. I am also the owner of Truly Huge Supplements. Over those decades, I have watched hundreds of supplement ingredients and formulas come and go. My philosophy is simple: I would rather use a smaller number of time-tested ingredients that I believe in than fill a bottle with trendy ingredients simply because they are popular. That is why I formulated Andro-Shock, our testosterone-support formula. But there is an important distinction I want to make right from the beginning. A supplement is not the same thing as testosterone replacement therapy, and no over-the-counter supplement should be presented as a guaranteed treatment for clinically low testosterone. Research on so-called testosterone boosters is mixed, and a 2023 systematic review of 52 studies covering 27 proposed testosterone boosters concluded that most did not reliably increase total testosterone. So when I talk about supplements that “work,” I am talking about ingredients that I have found useful in the real world and that have at least some scientific rationale behind them—not magic pills that turn a normal testosterone level into that of a professional bodybuilder. What Makes a Good Testosterone Booster? In my opinion, the biggest mistake people make is looking for one miracle ingredient. Testosterone production is influenced by a wide range of factors, including nutrition, body composition, training, sleep, stress, age and overall health. A good testosterone-support formula should therefore take a broader approach. I look for ingredients that have been around long enough to have a track record, ingredients that make physiological sense, and ingredients that I have personally found useful. The ingredients that have impressed me most over the years include: I don’t consider every one of these ingredients equally proven for increasing testosterone. That’s an important distinction. Human research on some of them is much stronger than on others. Tribulus Terrestris Tribulus terrestris has been used in sports nutrition for decades, and it has probably been included in more testosterone formulas than almost any other herb. My personal experience with Tribulus is one reason I continue to use it. I have found it useful for supporting strength, training performance, libido and the way I feel overall. Longjack or Tongkat Ali Longjack, also known as Tongkat Ali or Eurycoma longifolia, is one of the ingredients I have become particularly interested in over the years. Unlike some of the ingredients that seem to be based almost entirely on supplement-industry hype, Longjack has human research worth paying attention to. A 2022 systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials found a significant improvement in total testosterone among men receiving Eurycoma longifolia, including men with hypogonadism. The researchers nevertheless noted that more research is needed before drawing firm clinical conclusions. There is also earlier human research in men with late-onset hypogonadism that reported improvements in testosterone and symptoms after supplementation with a standardized Tongkat Ali extract. This is one reason Longjack has earned a place in my own formula. For men interested in libido, energy, training and maintaining healthy testosterone levels as they get older, it is an ingredient I consider worth looking at. Horny Goat Weed Horny Goat Weed is another old-school ingredient that has remained popular for a reason. Its active compounds, particularly icariin, have been studied for their potential effects on sexual function and other physiological pathways. However, the human evidence specifically demonstrating that Horny Goat Weed substantially raises testosterone is not nearly as strong as the supplement marketing sometimes suggests. My interest in it comes largely from my own experience and from its history as a male-performance ingredient. I don’t view a testosterone-support supplement as being useful only when a laboratory number goes up. Libido, sexual function, energy, training motivation and general well-being are also important to many men. That is one reason I like including Horny Goat Weed in a comprehensive formula rather than relying on it as a standalone “testosterone miracle.” Chrysin Chrysin is a particularly interesting ingredient because it has a logical connection to testosterone metabolism. Laboratory research has found that chrysin can inhibit aromatase, the enzyme involved in converting androgens into estrogens. And it is one reason chrysin became popular in testosterone formulas. I include it because of its biological rationale and its long history in testosterone-support formulas. Zinc and Testosterone Zinc is different from many of the herbs marketed as testosterone boosters because it is an essential mineral. The goal isn’t necessarily to consume enormous amounts of zinc. The goal is to make sure you are getting enough. Zinc plays important roles throughout the body, and inadequate zinc status can interfere with normal physiological function. That doesn’t mean taking more and more zinc will continually push testosterone higher. Nutrients don’t work that way. In other words, if you are deficient, correcting that deficiency makes sense. If you already have adequate zinc, more isn’t necessarily better. This is one area where people should pay attention to total daily intake. The adult upper intake level for zinc is 40 mg per day from all sources, including food and supplements. That is something I would keep in mind when combining a testosterone booster with a multivitamin, mineral supplement or other zinc-containing product. Magnesium and Testosterone Support Magnesium is another mineral I consider important for men who train hard.

By Paul Becker owner of Truly Huge Supplements When it comes to bodybuilding supplements, there are literally thousands of products and brands competing for your attention. Every day, you’re exposed to advertisements promising bigger muscles, greater strength, more energy, faster fat loss, and better results. But after more than 40 years in bodybuilding, I’ve learned that good marketing doesn’t necessarily mean a good supplement. As the owner of Truly Huge Bodybuilding Supplements, I take a very different approach. I only carry supplements that I believe in and that I am willing to use myself. I’ve spent decades researching bodybuilding training, nutrition, and supplementation, and I’ve learned through experience what can actually help and what can be a waste of time and money. That’s the philosophy behind Truly Huge Supplements. More Than 40 Years of Bodybuilding Experience I’ve been involved in bodybuilding for more than 40 years. During that time, I’ve trained as a natural competitive bodybuilder, worked as a personal trainer, written about bodybuilding and fitness, and spent countless hours researching training, diet, and supplementation. I’ve experienced the highs and lows that come with trying to build a better physique. I’ve experimented with different training methods. I’ve tried different diets. I’ve used numerous supplements and researched countless others. Some were useful. Some made a noticeable difference. Others simply weren’t worth the money. That experience has shaped the way I select supplements for Truly Huge. I’m not interested in carrying a product simply because it is popular or because a company has a huge advertising budget. I want to know what is in the product, why the ingredients are there, whether they’re included in meaningful amounts, and whether the formula makes sense for someone who is serious about bodybuilding. I Only Sell Supplements I Believe In One of the most important reasons I believe you should consider Truly Huge Supplements is simple: I use the products myself. I don’t believe in recommending something to a customer that I wouldn’t personally take. Over the years, Truly Huge Supplements have helped me pursue several of my own bodybuilding goals, including: Of course, supplements aren’t magic. Building an impressive physique still requires hard training, proper nutrition, adequate recovery, consistency, and patience. But the right supplements can complement that foundation and help you get more out of your bodybuilding program. That’s how I look at supplementation. It should support your training and diet—not replace them. Quality Ingredients in Meaningful Formulas There is no shortage of bodybuilding supplements that contain impressive-looking ingredient lists. The problem is that an ingredient being printed on a label doesn’t necessarily mean that the product contains an effective amount. When I evaluate a supplement, I look beyond the front of the bottle. I want to know: I believe Truly Huge Supplements should provide products that make sense for serious lifters, bodybuilders, athletes, and everyday people who want to improve their physiques. Supplements Should Give You Something You Can Actually Use After decades in bodybuilding, I’ve become increasingly skeptical of exaggerated supplement claims. You don’t need a product to promise that it will transform your body overnight. What matters is whether a supplement can provide useful support when combined with consistent training and a good diet. My goal with Truly Huge is to offer formulas designed around practical bodybuilding goals such as muscle growth, strength, energy, recovery, and fat loss. The best supplement is not necessarily the one with the most ingredients or the loudest advertising. It’s the one that has a sensible formula and fits into an effective overall program. Thousands of Satisfied Repeat Customers Truly Huge isn’t a company that appeared yesterday. We’ve been serving bodybuilders, athletes, and everyday gym-goers since 1997. Over the years, we’ve had thousands of satisfied customers who have come back to purchase our supplements again and again. To me, repeat customers are one of the most meaningful signs that we’re doing something right. A customer may try a product once because of an advertisement or promotion. But if that customer comes back and purchases the product again, that tells me the product has earned their confidence. Many of our customers tell us that our supplements have helped them with their bodybuilding and fitness goals and that they can see and feel a difference from using them as part of their overall program. Those relationships are extremely important to me because Truly Huge was built around bodybuilding—not around selling as many products as possible to as many people as possible. We’re a Small Company With a Big Commitment Truly Huge is not a giant supplement corporation with an enormous advertising budget. We’re a small company. And I consider that one of our strengths. Large supplement companies can spend millions of dollars on advertising, sponsorships, celebrity endorsements, and marketing campaigns. That’s not how Truly Huge operates. Our focus is on the products and the people who use them. We’ve been trusted by bodybuilders, athletes, and everyday gym-goers since 1997, and we’ve built our reputation over the years one customer at a time. When you buy from a smaller company, you should expect personal service. That’s exactly what we strive to provide. Personal Customer Service Matters Choosing a supplement can be confusing. There are different ingredients, dosages, formulas, combinations, serving sizes, and claims to consider. Sometimes you simply want to talk to someone who understands bodybuilding and can answer your questions. That’s why customer service is such an important part of Truly Huge. If you have questions about our supplements, our goal is to give you useful answers rather than simply trying to sell you something. I believe customers should understand what they’re buying and why they might want to use it. What I’ve Learned After 40 Years in Bodybuilding One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that bodybuilding is about consistency. There is no magic pill that replaces hard work. The fundamentals still matter: I’ve also learned that you don’t need to spend a fortune on every supplement that comes along. Some products can be