Turkesterone
- Extracts of ajuga turkestanica have been shown to activate Notch receptors in skeletal muscle cells, which helps stem cells to develop into new muscle cells.
- Turkesterone may possess anti-stress effects, which can indirectly support muscle building via optimizing cortisol levels in the body.
- Ecdysteroid-enriched extracts of Ajuga turkestanica have also been found to display anabolic effects on muscles.
- May have immune boosting and stimulating effects.