Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
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Laxogenin is a plant-derived steroidal sapogenin, often marketed as a "natural anabolic" compound in the sports supplement industry. It is claimed to support muscle growth, strength, and athletic recovery. However, the evidence supporting these claims is extremely limited. There are no published human clinical trials directly evaluating laxogenin’s effects on muscle mass, performance, or recovery. Most of the purported benefits are extrapolated from in vitro or animal research, which suggests that similar brassinosteroids (a class of plant hormones) may have anabolic effects in non-human models. Nevertheless, laxogenin itself has not been adequately studied in humans for athletic or exercise-related purposes.

The ingredient’s popularity is largely driven by marketing and anecdotal reports within the fitness community, rather than robust scientific validation. Regulatory bodies, including the FDA, have issued warnings about the inclusion of laxogenin in dietary supplements due to a lack of safety and efficacy data. In summary, while laxogenin is used as an athletic and exercise aid, current scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness is minimal, and its safety profile in humans remains unclear.

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