Evidence supporting the use of: Boron (various)
For the body system: Testosterone

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Boron is a trace mineral that has garnered attention for its potential effects on testosterone and overall hormonal balance. Several scientific studies have investigated the impact of boron supplementation on testosterone levels in humans. Notably, a small clinical trial published in 2011 found that healthy male participants who took 10 mg of boron daily for one week experienced a significant increase in free testosterone levels and a decrease in estradiol. Other research has suggested that boron may influence the metabolism of steroid hormones, possibly by affecting the activity of enzymes related to hormone synthesis and metabolism. However, the body of evidence remains limited, with most studies being small in scale, short in duration, or not always replicated in larger populations.

Boron is not traditionally associated with testosterone support in folk medicine, so its use is based primarily on recent scientific investigations rather than historical precedent. While some findings are promising, they do not yet rise to the level of robust clinical evidence, and health authorities have not established boron supplementation as a standard approach for testosterone enhancement. Overall, current research provides moderate support (rated 3/5) for the use of boron in supporting the testosterone body system, but more large-scale, long-term studies are needed to confirm its efficacy and safety.

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