This is a dietary supplement made from the root of the Ajuga turkestanica plant, which is native to Central Asia. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and inflammation.

The ajuga plant contains phytoecdysteroids, plant compounds with health benefits (x). One of these compounds is called turkesterone, and it’s one of the most important components in ajuga. Preliminary studies show that turkesterone not only builds muscle, but also maintains it in the long term. One study showed that turkesterone effectively maintained the integrity of aged skeletal muscles.

From a bodybuilding standpoint, turkesterone offers a safe alternative to performance-enhancing drugs like anabolic-androgenic steroids—the scary stuff you hear about in gym changing rooms. Ecdysteroids like turkesterone are structurally different from anabolic steroids and therefore work differently, with fewer risks.