Ingredient profile
Tribulus Terrestris in SodaBoost: Dose, Evidence and Safety
Tribulus terrestris is the eighth of nine ingredients in the 82 mg SodaBoost blend. Its amount is not printed, and it is listed after caffeine (5 mg), so it likely weighs 5 mg or less. A study at up to 3.21 mg per kg a day for 8 weeks found no effect on strength or sex hormones (ODS, Exercise supplements).
Written by the SodaBoost editorial teamUpdated
The basics
What is tribulus terrestris?
Tribulus terrestris is a low, creeping plant known as puncture vine. It grows in warm, dry places around the world. Its hard, spiny fruit gives it the name.
Supplements use the fruit or the whole plant. Tribulus is one of the most common herbs in products sold to men for drive and hormones. Memorial Sloan Kettering describes the human data on those uses as mixed (MSKCC, Tribulus).
On the SodaBoost label it appears as "Tribulus Terrestris," eighth in the blend. All nine ingredients are compared on our ingredients overview.
Profile
Tribulus in SodaBoost at a glance
The label facts and the research facts, side by side.
| Label name | Tribulus Terrestris |
|---|---|
| Scientific name | Tribulus terrestris |
| What it is | Puncture vine fruit |
| Position in the blend | 8 of 9 (labels list blend ingredients from most to least by weight) |
| Amount per gummy | Not disclosed. Part of the 82 mg proprietary blend. |
| Amount used in research | Up to 3.21 mg per kg a day for 8 weeks (no effect on hormones) |
| Strength of evidence | Negative for testosterone |
| Traditional or marketed use | Sold for testosterone and drive |
| Main caution | Case reports of liver, kidney and nerve toxicity; interacts with blood pressure, diabetes and blood-thinning drugs. |
Dose
How much tribulus is in one SodaBoost gummy?
The amount is not disclosed. Tribulus is part of an 82 mg blend shared by nine ingredients, about 9 mg each on average.
Blends must be listed from most to least by weight (FDA, Labeling guide). Tribulus is eighth, three places below caffeine at 5 mg. It most likely weighs 5 mg or less, and only horny goat weed is listed as lighter.
| Amount | Milligrams | Share of the study dose |
|---|---|---|
| Likely upper limit from label order | 5 mg | About 2% |
| Average share of the blend | About 9 mg | About 3% |
| Study dose for an 82 kg man (3.21 mg per kg) | About 263 mg a day | 100% |
| Result of that study after 8 weeks | No change in strength or sex hormones | |
The usual dose question is upside down for tribulus. Even the full study dose showed no hormone effect, so a smaller one cannot be expected to do better.
Research
Does tribulus increase testosterone?
The best evidence says no. In a study of men who took tribulus at up to 3.21 mg per kg of body weight a day for 8 weeks, it had no effect on strength or sex hormones (ODS, Exercise supplements).
Memorial Sloan Kettering reaches a similar view. It calls the human data on testosterone and erection problems mixed, and notes no gains in athletes (MSKCC, Tribulus).
- Tribulus does not have good evidence as a testosterone booster.
- SodaBoost is not a testosterone medicine, and its seller does not sell it as one.
- No trial has tested SodaBoost or its blend.
If you think your testosterone is low, a supplement cannot answer that. Diagnosis takes symptoms plus at least two early-morning blood tests (Endocrine Society, Hypogonadism). A doctor can order them.
Safety
Is tribulus safe? Side effects and interactions
Tribulus is not risk-free. Memorial Sloan Kettering lists case reports of liver, kidney and nerve damage in people using tribulus products (MSKCC, Tribulus).
Liver
Liver injury has been reported. Signs include yellow skin or eyes, dark urine and pain under the right ribs.
Kidneys
Kidney damage has been reported. Less urine, swelling or unusual tiredness need a doctor.
Nerves
Nerve toxicity has been reported. Numbness, tingling or weakness are reasons to stop and get checked.
| Medicine type | Possible concern |
|---|---|
| Blood pressure medicines | May add to their effect |
| Diabetes medicines | May add to blood sugar lowering |
| Blood thinners | May change bleeding risk |
Case reports usually involve larger amounts than one gummy could hold. They are still the reason to tell your doctor about every supplement you take. Our SodaBoost side effects guide covers the cautions for all nine ingredients.
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Who should avoid tribulus?
Anyone with liver or kidney disease should not take tribulus without a doctor's OK. The same goes for anyone on blood pressure, diabetes or blood-thinning medicine.
Have liver, kidney or nerve problems; take blood pressure, diabetes or blood-thinning drugs; are pregnant or nursing; or are under 18. Stop SodaBoost and call a doctor if you notice yellow eyes, dark urine, swelling or new numbness.
The bigger picture
How small is the SodaBoost blend overall?
Tribulus is not alone in its small share. The bars below compare the whole 82 mg blend with the low end of research for four other ingredients, plus caffeine.
The brand's "Inside SodaBoost" graphic shows only part of the formula. Every line of the label is typed out on the SodaBoost Supplement Facts page.
Bottom line
Does tribulus add anything to SodaBoost?
Probably not. Tribulus is most likely 5 mg or less per gummy, and even study doses near 263 mg a day showed no hormone or strength effect. It does carry rare but serious case reports. Judge SodaBoost on its other traits, like the easy once-a-day gummy and the small 5 mg caffeine dose, not on tribulus.
Keep exploring
The other eight ingredients in SodaBoost
Tribulus sits between L-arginine and horny goat weed on the label. For an herb with stronger trial data, read our ashwagandha profile.
FAQ
Tribulus in SodaBoost: common questions
Does tribulus increase testosterone?
Good studies say no. Men who took up to 3.21 mg per kg a day for 8 weeks saw no change in sex hormones or strength. Memorial Sloan Kettering calls the human data mixed. SodaBoost is not sold as a testosterone medicine.
How much tribulus is in SodaBoost?
SodaBoost keeps that number private. Tribulus is eighth in the 82 mg blend, listed after caffeine at 5 mg, so it most likely weighs 5 mg or less per gummy. That is a small fraction of the amount used in studies.
What are the side effects of tribulus?
Case reports link tribulus products to liver, kidney and nerve damage. These are rare and usually involve larger doses. Stop and see a doctor if you notice yellow eyes, dark urine, swelling, numbness or tingling.
Is tribulus bad for your kidneys?
There are case reports of kidney damage in people using tribulus. Anyone with kidney disease should avoid it unless a doctor approves. Signs of trouble include passing less urine, swelling in the legs and unusual tiredness.
Can I take tribulus with blood pressure medicine?
Ask your doctor first. Tribulus may add to blood pressure medicine, and it may also interact with diabetes drugs and blood thinners. Your doctor can weigh the small amount in SodaBoost against your full medicine list.
What is tribulus terrestris used for?
It is mostly sold for male drive, hormones and athletic performance. Research has not backed those uses well. In traditional medicine it has a long history, but long use is not the same as proof that it works.
How do I know if my testosterone is low?
Only blood tests can tell. Doctors look for symptoms plus at least two early-morning testosterone tests. If you have low drive, fatigue or erection problems, get checked instead of guessing with a supplement.
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