Why Bodybuilders Use This
Bodybuilders use this product because of its healing effects on their sore muscles. It is known to decrease inflammation and speed up the recovery period. It has DHEA precursors which main function is to regulate the hormones. Not only will it increase the level of progesterone in women, but it also increases the testosterone level in men.
Once there is an increase in testosterone, bodybuilders would produce more energy, allowing them to increase the number of hours they can work in the gym. This in turn would produce more muscle mass.
It was in 1936 when a Japanese researcher discovered that glycoside saponins could be extracted from this plant. These glycoside saponins can be made into a steroid, known as diosgenin. The hormone progesterone can be made from diosgenin which is an important ingredient for making cortisone.
Now, cortisone is used by many people for treating muscle pain. Bodybuilders who undergo rigorous training can use this preparation which is made into cream for relief of muscular pain.