The Science — APEXSTALLION by BICHRONO
The Science

The World's First
6-Pillar Testosterone Support System

A T-Booster hits 1 pillar. The APEX AM/PM T-System was engineered to hit all 6 — the complete hormonal optimization protocol no single product has ever delivered.

28
Clinical-Dose Ingredients
6
Hormonal Pillars
24hr
Circadian Coverage
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The Stress→Hormone Cascade

Hormonal decline in men isn't random. It follows a predictable, well-documented biochemical cascade. Modern chronic stress triggers a chain reaction that a single-ingredient T-Booster was never designed to address.

Step 1
Chronic Stress
Step 2
Elevated Cortisol
Step 3
Blocked Testosterone
Step 4
Rising Estrogen
Result
Fat Storage · Brain Fog · Low Drive
The T-Booster Approach

1 Pillar. 4-Hour Window.

Traditional T-Boosters jump straight to Step 3 — they attempt to raise testosterone without addressing the upstream cortisol blockade. A single morning dose peaks at ~2 hours and is metabolized by hour 4. Testosterone is primarily produced between 2am–6am during deep sleep. That morning pill is gone 14 hours before production even starts.

The APEX T-System Approach

6 Pillars. 24-Hour Coverage.

The APEX system addresses every step of the cascade. The AM formula manages cortisol during high-stress daytime hours. The PM formula creates the hormonal environment for overnight testosterone production during the 2am–6am window. Two formulas. Two times. Complete coverage — not a 4-hour hope.

6 Pillars. 28 Ingredients.
Zero Gaps.

Male hormonal optimization requires addressing 6 interconnected biological systems. Miss one and the entire protocol has a hole in it. No single product has ever covered all 6 — until now.

Testosterone
Production
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Cortisol
Management
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Estrogen
Metabolism
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Liver
Detoxification
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Sleep
Architecture
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Cognitive
Performance

APEX T-System → 6 / 6 Pillars

28 clinical-dose ingredients across AM and PM formulas. Every pillar addressed. Every dose published. No proprietary blends.

Typical T-Booster → 1 / 6 Pillars

Single dose, single formula. Targets testosterone production alone, ignores cortisol, estrogen, liver, sleep, and cognition. Gone in 4 hours.
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AM Formula

Pillar 1: Testosterone Production

The foundation — but only the foundation. This is the one pillar every T-Booster hits. We hit it harder, with bioavailable forms and clinical doses.

Testosterone production depends on signaling molecules, free testosterone availability, and cellular energy. Tongkat Ali stimulates Leydig cell function and natural testosterone signaling. Boron Glycinate reduces Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), freeing bound testosterone to become biologically active. Shilajit enhances mitochondrial energy and supports reproductive hormone production. Together, these three create a production + liberation system — not just a blunt "boost."

Tongkat Ali Root Extract
250mg · AM Formula

Supports Leydig cell function and natural testosterone signaling. A 2012 randomized controlled trial found significant improvements in testosterone levels and stress hormones in moderately stressed adults after 4 weeks. We use a standardized extract — not raw root powder.

PubMed: Talbott et al., 2013 PubMed: Ismail et al., 2012
Boron Glycinate
5mg · AM Formula

Reduces SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin) — the protein that traps testosterone and makes it inactive. A published study found that 6mg of boron for one week significantly increased free testosterone and decreased estradiol. Chelated glycinate form for superior absorption.

PubMed: Naghii et al., 2011
Shilajit Extract (25% Fulvic Acid)
200mg · PM Formula

An ancient mineral complex that enhances mitochondrial energy and supports reproductive hormone levels. A clinical study in healthy volunteers showed total testosterone increased by 23.5% and free testosterone by 19.14% after 90 days of purified Shilajit supplementation.

PubMed: Pandit et al., 2016
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PM Formula + AM Formula

Pillar 2: Cortisol Management

The upstream cause every T-Booster ignores. If cortisol is elevated, testosterone production is biochemically blocked. This pillar removes the brake.

Cortisol and testosterone share a precursor hormone (pregnenolone). When the body is stressed, pregnenolone is diverted to produce cortisol instead of testosterone — this is called the "cortisol steal" or pregnenolone steal. No amount of testosterone-boosting ingredients can overcome this biochemical blockade. You have to lower cortisol first. KSM-66 Ashwagandha is the most researched adaptogen for this purpose, with a 27.9% cortisol reduction documented in a 60-day RCT. Rhodiola Rosea blunts the acute cortisol response during the day. L-Theanine promotes calm focus without sedation.

KSM-66® Ashwagandha
600mg · PM Formula

The gold standard. Full-spectrum root extract, standardized to 5% withanolides. The landmark Chandrasekhar (2012) RCT demonstrated a 27.9% reduction in serum cortisol and significant improvements in stress resistance over 60 days. We use the full 600mg clinical dose — not the 150–300mg "fairy dust" common in competitors.

PubMed: Chandrasekhar et al., 2012 PubMed: Lopresti et al., 2019
Rhodiola Rosea (3% Rosavins)
200mg · AM Formula

Blunts the acute stress-cortisol response during the day without causing sedation. Standardized to 3% rosavins for potency. Research shows it significantly reduces fatigue and improves stress tolerance in individuals under chronic stress conditions.

PubMed: Olsson et al., 2009 PubMed: Panossian et al., 2010
L-Theanine
200mg · PM Formula

An amino acid from green tea that promotes alpha brain wave activity — calm, focused relaxation without drowsiness. Studies demonstrate it reduces stress responses and lowers cortisol during acute stress tasks. Placed in the PM formula to facilitate the transition from waking stress to deep recovery.

PubMed: Kimura et al., 2007
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AM + PM Formula

Pillar 3: Estrogen Metabolism

When testosterone drops, estrogen rises. The cascade drives fat storage and brain fog. T-Boosters don't touch this. We do.

Aromatase is the enzyme that converts testosterone into estrogen. In men with excess body fat, aromatase activity increases — creating a vicious cycle where low testosterone leads to more fat, which leads to more estrogen, which leads to even lower testosterone. DIM (Diindolylmethane) promotes the metabolism of estrogen into its less potent forms, helping to rebalance the testosterone-to-estrogen ratio. Broccoli Seed Extract provides sulforaphane, which supports the body's Phase II detoxification pathways that process and eliminate estrogen metabolites.

DIM (Diindolylmethane)
50mg · PM Formula

Derived from cruciferous vegetables. DIM promotes the conversion of estrogen into its less biologically active metabolites (2-hydroxyestrone over 16α-hydroxyestrone). Research demonstrates it favorably shifts estrogen metabolism in a dose-dependent manner, supporting a healthier hormonal balance in men.

PubMed: Thomson et al., 2016
Broccoli Seed Extract (0.4% Sulforaphane)
100mg · AM Formula

A concentrated source of sulforaphane — a potent activator of Nrf2 detoxification pathways. Sulforaphane upregulates Phase II enzymes that process and clear estrogen metabolites and environmental xenoestrogens. Placed in the AM formula to support daytime metabolic processing.

PubMed: Egner et al., 2014
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PM Formula

Pillar 4: Liver Detoxification

The drainage network. The liver processes and clears both cortisol and estrogen. If it's overloaded, hormones back up in the system. No T-Booster on the market includes this.

The liver is responsible for metabolizing and excreting excess cortisol, estrogen, and environmental toxins. Modern life — alcohol, processed food, plastics, medications — creates a constant load on liver detoxification pathways. When the liver can't keep up, hormones recirculate instead of being cleared. NAC is the direct precursor to glutathione (the body's master antioxidant). Milk Thistle protects and regenerates liver cells. Turmeric supports inflammatory response management. Ginger enhances bile flow for more efficient clearance. All four are placed in the PM formula so the liver can do its deepest work during overnight recovery.

N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
200mg · PM Formula

The direct precursor to glutathione — the body's most critical antioxidant and Phase II detoxification agent. Research consistently shows NAC replenishes glutathione stores and supports liver function under oxidative stress. Essential for clearing the metabolic load accumulated during the day.

PubMed: Tenório et al., 2021
Milk Thistle Extract (80% Silymarin)
150mg · PM Formula

Standardized to 80% silymarin — the active compound responsible for hepatoprotection. Silymarin has been shown to protect liver cells from toxin damage and promote hepatocyte regeneration. It acts as both a shield (preventing damage) and a repair agent (stimulating new cell growth).

PubMed: Abenavoli et al., 2010
Turmeric Extract (95% Curcuminoids)
200mg · PM Formula

Standardized to 95% curcuminoids for maximum potency. Supports healthy inflammatory response and aids liver function. Combined with BioPerine® in the PM formula, which enhances curcumin bioavailability by 2000% — solving the historically poor absorption of curcumin taken alone.

PubMed: Hewlings & Kalman, 2017
Ginger Root Extract
150mg · PM Formula

Supports bile secretion and gastrointestinal motility — enhancing the liver's ability to clear waste products efficiently. Research also indicates ginger supports healthy testosterone levels through antioxidant mechanisms, making it a dual-purpose addition to the PM detoxification stack.

PubMed: Mao et al., 2019
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PM Formula

Pillar 5: Sleep Architecture

Testosterone is produced between 2am–6am during deep sleep. A morning T-Booster is gone 14 hours before production even starts. The PM formula is engineered for this window.

Deep sleep (Stage 3 NREM) is when the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis activates peak testosterone production. Research from the University of Chicago shows that sleeping 5 hours instead of 8 reduces testosterone by 10–15% — equivalent to aging 10–15 years. Sleep quality isn't a luxury. It's a hormonal prerequisite. The PM formula delivers Magnesium Glycinate for nervous system relaxation, Zinc Bisglycinate as a raw material for overnight testosterone synthesis, L-Theanine for calm focus, and B6 as P5P to support neurotransmitter production.

Magnesium Glycinate
100mg · PM Formula

The glycinate-chelated form — chosen specifically for superior absorption and gentle GI tolerance (unlike magnesium oxide, which has ~4% bioavailability). Magnesium activates the parasympathetic nervous system and regulates GABA receptors. Studies show it improves sleep quality, sleep time, and morning alertness in supplementation trials.

PubMed: Abbasi et al., 2012
Zinc Bisglycinate
12mg · PM Formula

Zinc is a raw material for testosterone synthesis and a cofactor in over 300 enzymatic reactions. Placed in the PM formula deliberately — so it's bioavailable during the 2am–6am testosterone production window. Bisglycinate chelate form is gentle on the stomach and avoids the nausea common with zinc picolinate or gluconate.

PubMed: Prasad et al., 1996
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal-5'-Phosphate)
5mg · PM Formula

P5P is the active, coenzyme form of B6 — it requires no liver conversion (unlike pyridoxine HCl). Critical for serotonin and melatonin synthesis — the neurotransmitters that regulate sleep onset and sleep depth. Also supports the regulation of prolactin, which when elevated can suppress testosterone.

PubMed: Parra et al., 2018
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine)
30mcg · PM Formula

An essential trace mineral for thyroid function and antioxidant defense. L-Selenomethionine is the most bioavailable organic form. Selenium protects Leydig cells from oxidative damage during the overnight recovery period, supporting the hormonal environment needed for testosterone synthesis.

PubMed: Rayman, 2012
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AM Formula

Pillar 6: Cognitive Performance

Hormonal optimization without mental clarity is half the job. The AM formula delivers clean, sustained focus — no jitters, no crash. T-Boosters don't address the brain at all.

The brain runs on neurotransmitters — dopamine for motivation, acetylcholine for focus, and norepinephrine for alertness. Chronic stress depletes these systems. The AM formula replenishes the precursors and cofactors needed for peak cognitive output. Bacopa Monnieri enhances memory consolidation and processing speed. L-Tyrosine is the direct precursor to dopamine. Korean Panax Ginseng combats mental fatigue. Methylated B vitamins ensure the methylation cycle runs at full capacity — critical for neurotransmitter production.

Bacopa Monnieri
300mg · AM Formula

One of the most well-studied nootropic herbs. A 2014 meta-analysis of 9 RCTs confirmed that Bacopa significantly improves attention, cognitive processing, and working memory. Effects compound over 8–12 weeks of consistent use. Placed in the AM formula for daytime cognitive support.

PubMed: Kongkeaw et al., 2014
L-Tyrosine
340mg · AM Formula

The direct amino acid precursor to dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. Under stress, these catecholamines are depleted rapidly. Research shows L-Tyrosine preserves cognitive function during stress, sleep deprivation, and multitasking demands — precisely the conditions most men face daily.

PubMed: Neri et al., 1995
Korean Panax Ginseng
200mg · AM Formula

A true adaptogen backed by centuries of use and modern clinical trials. Panax Ginseng has been shown to reduce mental fatigue, improve reaction time, and enhance working memory. Unlike caffeine, it provides sustained energy without the spike-crash cycle.

PubMed: Reay et al., 2010
Methylcobalamin B12 + Methylfolate
500mcg B12 + 400mcg Folate · AM Formula

Active, methylated forms — not the cheap cyanocobalamin (which leaves cyanide residues) or synthetic folic acid (which up to 40% of the population can't convert due to MTHFR gene mutations). These fuel the methylation cycle that produces neurotransmitters, repairs DNA, and maintains cellular energy.

PubMed: Smith et al., 2010
Black Maca Root
350mg · AM Formula

The most potent variety of maca, specifically selected over red or yellow strains. Research shows Black Maca improves memory, learning, and stamina — while also supporting libido and physical endurance. A dual-purpose ingredient that bridges cognitive and physical performance.

PubMed: Gonzales et al., 2006
Cordyceps Mushroom (100:1 Extract)
30mg · AM Formula

An ultra-concentrated 100:1 extract — meaning 30mg delivers the equivalent of 3,000mg raw powder. Cordyceps enhances oxygen utilization and ATP production at the cellular level, supporting both physical stamina and mental energy without stimulant side effects.

PubMed: Chen et al., 2010
BioPerine® — In Both Formulas

Every ingredient in the world is useless if your body can't absorb it. That's why both the AM and PM formulas contain BioPerine® — a patented black pepper extract clinically shown to enhance nutrient bioavailability by up to 2000%.

BioPerine® (Black Pepper Extract)
10mg · AM Formula

Inhibits glucuronidation — the liver process that neutralizes and excretes nutrients before they reach your bloodstream. By slowing this process, BioPerine ensures the AM ingredients reach therapeutic levels in your system rather than being wasted.

PubMed: Shoba et al., 1998
BioPerine® (Black Pepper Extract)
10mg · PM Formula

The same absorption enhancement applied to the PM stack — particularly critical for curcumin (2000% absorption increase) and mineral delivery. Without BioPerine, much of the turmeric and magnesium would pass through unabsorbed.

PubMed: Shoba et al., 1998
Additional Precision Ingredients

Every ingredient in the APEX system earns its place. These supporting ingredients complete the protocol — filling gaps that most formulas ignore entirely.

Coleus Forskohlii Extract (10% Forskolin)
150mg · AM Formula

Activates adenylate cyclase, increasing cyclic AMP (cAMP) levels. cAMP is a cellular signaling molecule that supports metabolic activity, hormone-mediated fat utilization, and healthy body composition. Standardized to 10% forskolin for consistent potency.

PubMed: Godard et al., 2005
Chromium Picolinate
200mcg · AM Formula

Supports insulin sensitivity and prevents post-meal energy crashes that kill afternoon productivity. By stabilizing blood sugar, chromium ensures the AM formula delivers consistent energy throughout the workday — not a spike followed by a slump.

PubMed: Anderson, 2000
Thiamin (Vitamin B1)
10mg · AM Formula

The spark plug for mitochondrial energy production. Thiamin is a cofactor for pyruvate dehydrogenase — the enzyme that converts food into ATP (cellular energy). Essential for protecting the nervous system against the wear and tear of daily cognitive and physical demands.

PubMed: Lonsdale, 2006
6-Pillar Coverage Matrix

This is why category matters more than ingredients. A T-Booster can have great ingredients and still fail — because it only addresses one dimension of a six-dimensional problem.

Pillar APEX T-System T-Boosters Greens Powders Multivitamins
⚡ Testosterone Production Tongkat Ali + Boron + Shilajit Usually covered Not addressed Not addressed
🛡 Cortisol Management 600mg KSM-66 + Rhodiola Ignored ~ Trace amounts Not addressed
⚖️ Estrogen Metabolism DIM + Broccoli Seed Ignored Not addressed Not addressed
🔄 Liver Detoxification NAC + Milk Thistle + Turmeric + Ginger Ignored Not addressed Not addressed
🌙 Sleep Architecture Mg Glycinate + Zinc + P5P + L-Theanine Morning dose only Morning dose only ~ Wrong timing
🧠 Cognitive Performance Bacopa + Tyrosine + Ginseng + Methylated B's Not addressed ~ Minimal ~ Basic B vitamins only
Pillars Covered 6 / 6 1 / 6 0–1 / 6 0–1 / 6
Timing Protocol AM + PM · 24-hour coverage Single dose · ~4hr coverage Single dose Single dose
Label Transparency Every dose published ~ Often proprietary blends ~ Proprietary blends Usually transparent
The 180-Day Optimization Timeline

Biology doesn't work on a 7-day timeline. Hormonal optimization follows a predictable progression. Here's what the research on each ingredient's saturation timeline tells us to expect.

Days 1–30 · The Foundation
Detoxification & Baseline Reset

NAC and Milk Thistle begin liver detoxification. Magnesium Glycinate saturates nervous system receptors for improved sleep quality. L-Theanine promotes calm focus from the first week. Rhodiola blunts acute cortisol spikes during the day. Most men report clearer thinking and better sleep in the first 2–3 weeks.

Days 30–90 · The Unlock
Hormonal Recalibration

KSM-66 Ashwagandha reaches peak cortisol-lowering effect (~60 days). Tongkat Ali and Boron reach full saturation — free testosterone levels optimize. DIM and Broccoli Seed shift estrogen metabolism. Bacopa's cognitive effects compound significantly after 8–12 weeks of consistent use. This is where the real shift happens.

Days 90–180 · The New Baseline
Systemic Optimization

The cortisol baseline is permanently recalibrated. The liver is functioning efficiently. The testosterone-to-estrogen ratio has rebalanced. Sleep architecture has deepened. Cognitive performance is compounding. The system is no longer recovering — it's optimizing. This is the protocol running at full capacity.

What's on the Label Is in the Bottle.
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Third-Party Lab Tested

High Desert Analysis. Independent verification of potency, purity, and heavy metal absence.

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NSF GMP Certified

Manufactured in an NSF International GMP-certified facility in the USA.

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No Proprietary Blends

Every ingredient and every dose published on the label. Nothing hidden. Full transparency.

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Clean Formula

Vegan capsules. No soy. No sugar. No GMOs. No artificial colorings or preservatives.

A T-Booster Hits 1 Pillar.
The System Hits All 6.

28 clinical-dose ingredients. AM + PM formulas. 24-hour circadian coverage. 60-day money-back guarantee.

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