This plant as been known in the science community since the 1960's and its effects on how the protein synthesis has been very well researched but not recently. This is in part due to the high costs that are involved in researching this plant.

The growing and harvesting of this amazing and beneficial plant for muscle regrowth is heavily controlled by the Surhandarya local authorities and the export of this plant is very strict by a custom's office.

Note: Ajuga can help to build muscle fibers very quickly but only if it is utilized in unison as part of a workout routine. It must utilize proteins so that it convert it into a muscle, currently 1g of protein per pound of body weight.

The health benefits come from a compound called E c d y s t e r o i d s. This is a plant chemical that have a n a b o l i c effects that are very similar to t e s t o s t e r o n e and other a n d r o g e n's.

The a n a b o l i c properties of E c d y s t e r o i d s have suggested that when using Ajuga Turkestanica is a safe alternative to a n a b o l i c s t e r o i d s when working with muscle mass, physical performance and recovery times.

Note: There was a rumor that the Soviet Athletes were consuming Ajuga with the idea that it would increase the muscle endurance and strength to get an edge over their competitors.

If we are to believe the studies done on the Russian animals it would show that Ajuga has a greater a n a b o l i c effect than m e t h a n d i e n o n e. This was a very prominent reason as to why the American Sports Association of Scientists were finding ways to treat age related muscle atrophy and weakness.

The most applicable use of Ajuga based on the benefits is for use as an a n a b o l i c supplement which is ideal for sports, athletes, body building and wresting. With this being said it is important to note that there is no supporting evidence on how Ajuga effects the human body.