Mucuna Pruriens (Velvet Bean)
Solid evidence for dopamine. Not a miracle worker, but genuinely useful for the right person.
Verdict
6/10 Mixed
Evidence
Grade B / 100+ Studies
The No-BS Summary
8 things. 60 seconds. Everything you need.
WHAT IT DOES
Natural L-DOPA source. Dopamine, mood, testosterone.
DOES IT WORK?
6/10 Mixed. Contains L-DOPA. Boosts dopamine. Traditional Ayurvedic for mood, libido, and fertility. Cycle to avoid tolerance.
HOW MUCH TO TAKE
300-500mg standardized extract daily
COST
Mid-range. $35-50/month. Standard for most people.
FIRST 24 HOURS
Don't expect miracles on day one. It's building in your system.
AFTER A FEW WEEKS
Most people notice something by week 2-3.
SAFETY
Few things to check: cycling_needed, parkinsons_meds. Worth mentioning to your doc.
HOW IT FEELS
Better mood. More motivation. Libido boost for some.
QUICK ANSWERS
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