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Tribulus Terrestris

What Huberman said

Huberman reviews studies of tribulus for libido: in one study of post-menopausal women libido did not increase although free testosterone did, while another study reported a significant increase in libido. He says more studies are certainly needed.

Doses, as he worded them

  • “750 milligrams per day divided into three equal doses”[1]

    regimen used in studies he describes (120 days)

Quoted, not prescribed. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or have a health condition.

Cautions he mentions

  • Whether it actually raises testosterone to a meaningful degree isn't clear.[1]
  • General caution he gives before these libido supplements: you absolutely have to check with your physician.[1]

Safety notes from independent sources

  • NIH ODS says the only toxicity studies of tribulus were in animals, where high intakes caused severe heart, liver and kidney damage. The Australian Institute of Sport advises athletes not to use it, partly because such products may be contaminated with banned substances. NIH ODS: Exercise and athletic performance

Where he said it

  1. 1
    “Whether or not it actually does that to a meaningful degree isn't clear”

    Essentials: The Science of Love, Desire & Attachment

    Episode · 00:28:03 · 2026

    Watch from 00:28:03Episode page

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This page reports what Andrew Huberman has said. It isn’t medical advice and NSDR.co isn’t affiliated with Huberman Lab. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or have a health condition. Safety information