Science

Welcome to the SCIENCE behind SELF OBSESSED, your ultimate masculinity maximizer supplement. We understand the importance of transparency, and below, we present the comprehensive research that guided the formulation of our product.

Navigating the realm of “natural” ingredients, inherently “unpatentable” in their distinct form, often poses a challenge for scientific exploration due to limited funding. However, armed with a commitment to excellence, we’ve gathered a substantial body of research to shed light on the remarkable efficacy of our carefully selected ingredients.

In a landscape where such studies may be sparse, our dedication to uncovering the potential within these natural elements has allowed us to piece together a compelling narrative. Join us on a journey through the science-backed foundation of SELF OBSESSED, where each ingredient is meticulously examined to showcase the true power they bring to the table.

 

 

Shilajit

Clinical evaluation of purified Shilajit on testosterone levels in healthy volunteers.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26395129

Clinical evaluation of spermatogenic activity of processed Shilajit in oligospermia
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20078516

Shilajit extract reduces oxidative stress, inflammation, and bone loss to dose-dependently preserve bone mineral density in postmenopausal women with osteopenia: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35933897

Safety and efficacy of shilajit (mumie, moomiyo).
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23733436

The Human Skeletal Muscle Transcriptome in Response to Oral Shilajit Supplementation.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27414521

Skin Transcriptome of Middle-Aged Women Supplemented With Natural Herbo-mineral Shilajit Shows Induction of Microvascular and Extracellular Matrix Mechanisms.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31161927

Shilajit: evalution of its effects on blood chemistry of normal human subjects
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22557121

Evaluation of the Effect of Purified Aqueous Extract of Shilajit in Modifying Cardiovascular Risk with Special Reference to Endothelial Dysfunction in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
http://ijaprs.com/index.php/ijapr/article/view/322/339

Beneficial Effect of Processed Shilajit on Swimming Exercise Induced Impaired Energy Status of Mice
http://shilajitshilajeet.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Beneficial-Effect-of-Shilajit-on-Excercise-and-Energy.pdf

Effect of humic substances on mitochondrial respiration and oxidative phosphorylation
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2953069

The effects of Shilajit supplementation on fatigue-induced decreases in muscular strength and serum hydroxyproline levels.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30728074

Systemic administration of defined extracts from Withania somnifera (Indian Ginseng) and Shilajit differentially affects cholinergic but not glutamatergic and GABAergic markers in rat brain.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9017665

Fulvic acid inhibits aggregation and promotes disassembly of tau fibrils associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21785188

Interventional Study to Evaluate the Clinical Effects and Safety of the Nutraceutical Compound BrainUp-10® in a Cohort of Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease: A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Trial.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33935080

Can nutraceuticals prevent Alzheimer’s disease? Potential therapeutic role of a formulation containing shilajit and complex B vitamins.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23131823

Ashwagandha

A double-blind, placebo-controlled evaluation of the anxiolytic efficacy ff an ethanolic extract of withania somnifera
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21407960

Efficacy and Safety of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) Root Extract in Insomnia and Anxiety: A Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31728244

A prospective, randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled study of safety and efficacy of a high-concentration full-spectrum extract of ashwagandha root in reducing stress and anxiety in adults
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23439798

Ashwagandha root for stress and fatigue reduction in adults with high stress levels
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37740662/

Supplements for erectile dysfunction: What’s in them and do they work?
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37686709/

Tongkat Ali

Longjack extract for increasing testosterone
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36013514/

Standardised water-soluble extract of Eurycoma longifolia, Tongkat ali, as testosterone booster for managing men with late-onset hypogonadism?
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21671978

(Jack) Improves Serum Total Testosterone in Men: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Clinical Trials.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36013514

The effect of Eurycoma Longifolia on the regulation of reproductive hormones in young males.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33559971

Effect of Eurycoma longifolia standardised aqueous root extract-Physta ® on testosterone levels and quality of life in ageing male subjects: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled multicentre study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34262417

Fenugreek

Physiological Aspects of Male Libido Enhanced by Standardized Trigonella foenum-graecum Extract and Mineral Formulation
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21312304

Hypoglycaemic effect of aqueous extract of the leaves of Trigonella foenum-graecum in healthy volunteers
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11370345

Effect of Trigonella foenum-graecum (fenugreek) seeds on glycaemic control and insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes mellitus: a double blind placebo controlled study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11868855

Fadogia Agrestis

Aphrodisiac potentials of the aqueous extract of Fadogia agrestis (Schweinf. Ex Hiern) stem in male albino rats
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16281088/

Spilanthes acmella ethanolic flower extract: LC-MS alkylamide profiling and its effects on sexual behavior in male rats
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21757328

Effects of oral administration of aqueous extract of Fadogia agrestis (Schweinf. Ex Hiern) stem on some testicular function indices of male rats.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18023305

Glycosides of ursane-type triterpenoid, benzophenone, and iridoid from () and their anti-infective activities.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30325205/

Monoterpene glycosides isolated from Fadogia agrestis
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17988698/

Black Maca

Effect of Lepidium meyenii Walp. on Semen Parameters and Serum Hormone Levels in Healthy Adult Men: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26421049

Effect of Lepidium meyenii (Maca), a root with aphrodisiac and fertility-enhancing properties, on serum reproductive hormone levels in adult healthy men
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12525260

Acceptability, Safety, and Efficacy of Oral Administration of Extracts of Black or Red Maca (Lepidium meyenii) in Adult Human Subjects: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27548190

Effect of Lepidium meyenii (MACA) on sexual desire and its absent relationship with serum testosterone levels in adult healthy men
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12472620

A double-blind, randomized, pilot dose-finding study of maca root (L. meyenii) for the management of SSRI-induced sexual dysfunction
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18801111

Efficacy and Safety of Maca ( Lepidium meyenii) in Patients with Symptoms of Late-Onset Hypogonadism: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36593713/

Horny Goat Weed

Epimedium for Osteoporosis Based on Western and Eastern Medicine: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35431937

Efficacy and Safety of Common Ingredients in Aphrodisiacs Used for Erectile Dysfunction: A Review
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32139335/

A systematic review and evidence-based analysis of ingredients in popular male testosterone and erectile dysfunction supplements
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32358510

Erectogenic and neurotrophic effects of icariin, a purified extract of horny goat weed (Epimedium spp.) in vitro and in vivo.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20141584

Effects of icariin on erectile function and expression of nitric oxide synthase isoforms in castrated rats.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15329286

Tribulus Terrestris

Tribulus terrestris versus placebo in the treatment of erectile dysfunction and lower urinary tract symptoms in patients with late-onset hypogonadism: A placebo-controlled study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30253697

Pilot Study on the Effect of Botanical Medicine (Tribulus terrestris) on Serum Testosterone Level and Erectile Function in Aging Males With Partial Androgen Deficiency (PADAM)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25849625

Efficacy of Tribulus terrestris for the treatment of hypoactive sexual desire disorder in postmenopausal women: a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27760089

Zinc Citrate

Effects of zinc supplementation on efficacy of antidepressant therapy, inflammatory cytokines, and brain-derived neurotrophic factor in patients with major depression
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23602205

Effect of fatiguing bicycle exercise on thyroid hormone and testosterone levels in sedentary males supplemented with oral zinc
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17984944

Boron

Comparative effects of daily and weekly boron supplementation on plasma steroid hormones and proinflammatory cytokines
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21129941