Ecdysterone with full name and surname: analytical quality by HPLC
Evosterone from SportSeries is a dietary supplement based on plant extracts, zinc, and vitamin B6.
Made with Rhaponticum carthamoides root extract (500:1), standardized to 95% beta-ecdysterone and verified by HPLC, with complementary micronutrients. When it comes to ecdysterone, the key isn’t just the amount, but that it’s proven with a robust analytical method. That’s why HPLC standardization makes the difference between a mediocre product and a formula with real quality guarantees.
Authentic control in raw material quality: beta-ecdysterone assured by HPLC
The core issue: underdosed products and loose standardization
In recent years, a critical point has been highlighted: part of the “ecdysterone” on the market doesn’t match what’s declared, either due to less specific quantification methods or poorly standardized raw materials. In practice, this can mean formulas that “seem” equivalent… but aren’t.
Why HPLC matters (a lot)
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) allows separating and quantifying compounds more specifically than simpler methods. In Evosterone, this verification is the foundation for standardizing beta-ecdysterone and reducing uncertainty in these types of extracts.
At HSN we ensure control, quality, and consistency. We don’t buy into market promises; instead, we focus on delivering quality and consistency in every batch, especially in ecdysterone, a compound highly dependent on the botanical quality of the source and the analysis.
What Evosterone is and what makes it different
Beta-ecdysterone (also known as ecdysterone or 20-hydroxy-ecdysterone) is a plant-derived ecdysteroid. In Evosterone we use Rhaponticum carthamoides, one of the best-known botanical sources, with a concentrated extract of 500:1.
Practically speaking, this means a formula that not only “includes ecdysterone” but clearly and transparently defines its composition: 95% beta-ecdysterone in the extract and 50 mg of beta-ecdysterone per 2 capsules.
At Evosterone we prioritize analytical control: a well-measured ecdysterone is the first step to benefiting from its effects.
The Evosterone dose is set by science: Isenmann, 2019
What was observed in the Ec2 group and why it’s the standard
In scientific literature, one of the most cited studies is the trial by Isenmann et al. (2019) with strength training, where groups receiving ecdysterone (including a high-dose group, identified as Ec2) were compared. What matters to you as a user isn’t just the result but a key detail: the actual dose delivered depends on ecdysterone being well quantified, and that was noted in the study.
How this idea translates to Evosterone
Evosterone is formulated with 50 mg of beta-ecdysterone, matching the high-dose group (Ec2) described in that research line. HSN’s goal is to align the formula with what the evidence uses as a reference when ecdysterone is properly dosed.
Regarding ecdysterone, talking about “dose” without mentioning rigorous analytical verification is incomplete. That’s why HPLC control is part of Evosterone’s value, making it unique.
With zinc and vitamin B6: support for ecdysterone
In Evosterone we’ve added specific micronutrients aimed at strength athletes. The benefits Evosterone gives you are:
- Rhaponticum carthamoides tones the body.
- Zinc contributes to maintaining normal testosterone levels and supports normal protein synthesis.
- Vitamin B6 helps regulate hormonal activity.
Chelated zinc (bisglycinate): premium form
The zinc we use is chelated zinc bisglycinate, a form reserved for high-quality formulas due to its good bioavailability. We’ve included an amount covering 100% of the daily recommended zinc intake.
Clean label formula for everyday use
Beyond the fact that the Ecdysterone is top quality and unmatched by other market options; at Evosterone we take care of what’s often overlooked but always present at HSN: development in vegetable capsules (vegan-friendly) and high concentration for comfortable, practical use.
We also include Piper nigrum extract (BioPerine®) standardized in piperine, a reference ingredient that optimally supports ecdysterone’s absorption.
How to integrate it into your routine if you’re a strength athlete
The optimal approach: training + nutrition + Evosterone
If you train strength, you already know: the “result” doesn’t depend on just one factor. Evosterone is designed as a structured support within a routine where load progression, rest, and sufficient energy and protein intake are the foundation.
Recommended combos with Evosterone
Q&A: common questions before starting
Is it allowed in competition (WADA)?
Ecdysterone is not a banned substance by the World Anti-Doping Agency. Due to its potential significant performance enhancement, it’s part of the 2026 Monitoring Program, meaning WADA is considering whether it might be disallowed in the future—not because of safety, but because of the advantage it could give athletes who use it. But as long as you find it in our catalog, it’s fully compatible with competitive sports.
So… is it safe for athletes?
In available studies, clinical parameters have been monitored and no signs of toxicity of any kind have been reported, so it’s considered completely safe at the recommended daily doses for healthy people.
Why is there so much controversy around ecdysterone?
Because there are two debates happening simultaneously in the scientific community:
- Interest in the results reported in the literature
- The big market problem: products with unreliable standardization and quantification. For ecdysterone, analytical control (like HPLC) isn’t an “extra”: it’s the starting point.
Evosterone guarantees ecdysterone content with the best method available and doses it exactly as scientific literature describes.
Does Evosterone “boost” testosterone?
Evosterone includes zinc, and zinc contributes to maintaining normal testosterone levels.
Scientific studies of interest:
- Smith, S.L. (1985). Regulation of ecdysteroid titer: synthesis. In: Kerkut, G.A., Gilbert, L.I. (Eds.), Comprehensive Insect Physiology, Biochemistry and Pharmacology,
vol. 7. Pergamon, Oxford, pp. 295–341. - Gadzhieva, R. M., Portugalov, S. N., Paniushkin, V. V., & Kondrat'eva, I. I. (1995). Sravnitel'noe izuchenie anaboliziruiushchego deistviia preparatov rastitel'nogo proiskhozhdeniia ékdistena, levetona i 'Praim Plas'. Eksperimental'naia i klinicheskaia farmakologiia, 58(5), 46–48.
- Isenmann, E., Ambrosio, G., Joseph, J. F., Mazzarino, M., de la Torre, X., Zimmer, P., Kazlauskas, R., Goebel, C., Botrè, F., Diel, P., & Parr, M. K. (2019). Ecdysteroids as non-conventional anabolic agent: performance enhancement by ecdysterone supplementation in humans. Archives of toxicology, 93(7), 1807–1816.
- Parr, M. K., Botrè, F., Naß, A., Hengevoss, J., Diel, P., & Wolber, G. (2015). Ecdysteroids: A novel class of anabolic agents?. Biology of sport, 32(2), 169–173.
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