Side effects and watch-outs
- Generally very well tolerated
- GI upset
- Insomnia at high doses
- Limited long-term human data
- Possible WADA prohibited status in future — check if competing
Supplement / Ecdysteroid
Ecdysterone (Beta-Ecdysone)
Phytoecdysteroid found in spinach and quinoa. Some evidence for anabolic and ergogenic effects via non-androgenic mechanisms. WADA research compound — under investigation for anti-doping classification.
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