Testosterone Imposters: An Analysis of Popular Online Testosterone Boosting Supplements.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Testosterone-boosting supplements (T-Boosters) are prominently featured on Amazon.com, with numerous dedicated pages and claims that they "naturally" increase testosterone levels.

Aim

To evaluate the highest rated and frequently reviewed T-Boosters on Amazon.com to facilitate patient counseling regarding marketing myths, T-Booster formulations, and evidence for efficacy and safety.

Methods

The Amazon marketplace was queried using the key words "testosterone" + "booster," with default search settings and ranking items based on relevance. The top 5 T-Boosters identified on July 22, 2018, were reviewed based on price, ratings, reviews, manufacturer details, and ingredients. Consumer reviews were categorized using core themes in the Androgen Deficiency in the

SUBMITTER: Balasubramanian A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6407704 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature