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Steel-Libido

Irwin Naturals
4.4
(743 ratings)
Ashwagandha 120 mg
Arginine 167 mg
Choline 10 mg
Tyrosine 60 mg
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Score 45.0

Steel-Libido is an ambitious blend of ingredients for male health, but most active compounds are significantly underdosed, likely limiting overall effectiveness. Its broad claims are poorly supported by the low ingredient quantities, and the inclusion of Yohimbe poses potential side effects.

Quantity: 150 Softgel(s)Servings size: 1 Liquid Soft-Gel(s) (150 servings)
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Mood Support
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Score 45.0

Steel-Libido is an ambitious blend of ingredients for male health, but most active compounds are significantly underdosed, likely limiting overall effectiveness. Its broad claims are poorly supported by the low ingredient quantities, and the inclusion of Yohimbe poses potential side effects.

Analysis

Irwin Naturals Steel-Libido is marketed as a multi-faceted supplement aiming to enhance male health, encompassing libido, energy, cognitive function, and stress relief. The product features a comprehensive list of ingredients, including L-Arginine, Epimedium, Ashwagandha, Maca, L-Tyrosine, Choline (CDP-Choline), Asian Ginseng, and Yohimbe, along with BioPerine for absorption. While the inclusion of various ingredients targeting multiple pathways is conceptually sound, the effectiveness is severely hampered by their low dosages. For instance, Ashwagandha (120mg) is far below the clinically studied doses (e.g., 300-600mg KSM-66) for stress reduction and testosterone support. Similarly, L-Arginine (167mg) is negligible for nitric oxide production, and L-Tyrosine (60mg) and CDP-Choline (10mg) are vastly underdosed for cognitive benefits. Online reviews are mixed, with some users reporting mild effects, but many echo concerns about efficacy at these dosages. The presence of Yohimbe (70mg total alkaloids) is notable for its potential to increase energy and sexual performance, but it carries a risk of side effects such as increased heart rate, blood pressure, and anxiety, which should be carefully considered, especially given the lack of specific warnings on the ingredient list itself. Better alternatives exist that offer targeted ingredients at clinically effective doses for specific goals, often providing superior value and efficacy.

Pros
  • Contains a wide variety of ingredients, offering a broad spectrum of potential benefits.
  • Includes BioPerine to enhance the absorption of other ingredients.
  • Uses CDP-Choline, a bioavailable form of choline, though in a very low dose.
  • Relatively low price per serving compared to more potent, single-ingredient supplements.
Cons
  • Many key active ingredients (e.g., Ashwagandha, L-Arginine, L-Tyrosine, Choline, Maca, Ginseng) are present in significantly sub-therapeutic dosages, making efficacy questionable.
  • The product attempts to address too many goals with insufficient ingredient quantities for each, leading to diluted effects.
  • Claims for 'Testosterone Support' and 'Muscle Gain' are likely minimal due to low dosages of relevant compounds.
  • Review count (740) is moderate for a general wellness product, suggesting a niche appeal or mixed effectiveness.
Warnings
  • Contains Yohimbe, which can cause significant side effects such as increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure, anxiety, and jitters, especially in sensitive individuals or those with cardiovascular conditions.
  • Individuals taking medications, particularly for blood pressure or mood disorders, should consult a healthcare professional before use due to potential interactions with Yohimbe and other ingredients.
$47.99($0.31 per serving)
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Ingredients
IngredientAmount per serving
Calories 20 Calorie(s)
Total Fat 1.5 Gram(s)
Total Carbohydrates 1 Gram(s)
Protein 1 Gram(s)
Choline (CDP-Choline) 10 mg
Flaxseed Oil 894 mg
L-Arginine (L-Arginine Hydrochloride) 167 mg
Maca powder 130 mg
Ashwagandha powder 120 mg
Epimedium extract (Icariin) 120 mg
DMG 80 mg
Yohimbe extract (total Alkaloids) 70 mg
L-Tyrosine 60 mg
Cayenne powder 50 mg
Asian Ginseng extract 15 mg
BioPerine Complex 3 mg
Men 18–50
Categories
Ashwagandha 30.0
At 120mg of Ashwagandha powder, the dosage is considerably below the evidence-based effective amounts for stress reduction, mood, or testosterone support, which often range from 300mg to 600mg of standardized extracts.
Tyrosine 25.0
The L-Tyrosine content is a mere 60mg. Effective dosages for cognitive support, stress, or mood enhancement typically range from 500mg to 2000mg, making this quantity largely ineffective.
Choline 20.0
The product contains only 10mg of CDP-Choline, which is an excellent form but an extremely low dosage for any noticeable effect related to choline supplementation, which typically requires hundreds of milligrams.
Goals
Energy 45.0
Yohimbe (70mg) and Asian Ginseng (15mg) contribute to energy, but Yohimbe's effect may come with side effects for some, and the Ginseng dosage is very low for sustained energy benefits.
Testosterone Support 40.0
While it contains Epimedium, Ashwagandha, and Maca, often associated with testosterone, their dosages (120mg, 120mg, 130mg respectively) are generally too low for significant testosterone-boosting effects, with Yohimbe primarily impacting sexual function rather than direct hormone levels.
Anti-Inflammatory Support 40.0
Flaxseed oil (894mg) provides some omega-3s with anti-inflammatory properties, but the overall formulation is not potent or diverse enough to offer comprehensive anti-inflammatory support.
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Standardized Extract Ashwagandha 450 mg

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(48756 ratings)
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L-Arginine 1000 mg

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Choline 500 mg

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4.7
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Ferodrox

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4.3
(576 ratings)
Ferodrox contains a clinically validated KSM-66 Ashwagandha extract at an effective dose (600mg), offering superior stress relief and potential testosterone support compared to Steel-Libido's unstandardized and underdosed Ashwagandha.
92 Performance

L-Arginine 3000 mg

Natrol
4.5
(8168 ratings)
This alternative provides a robust and therapeutically relevant dosage of L-Arginine (3000mg), which is essential for cardiovascular health and exercise performance, in stark contrast to Steel-Libido's negligible 167mg.
85 Performance

Thyroid Support Complex

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