Tongkat Ali
Tongkat Ali, also known as Eurycoma longifolia, Longjack, or Malaysian Ginseng, is a herbal plant native to Southeast Asia, particularly found in countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. It has a long history of traditional use for various purposes, including its reputation as an aphrodisiac and its purported effects on enhancing male sexual health and vitality.
The use of tongkat ali is also supported by popular neuroscientist Andrew Huberman:
Potential benefits of Tongkat Ali supplementation:
- Enhancing Libido and Sexual Performance: Tongkat Ali is often promoted as a natural aphrodisiac and is believed to increase sexual desire and performance in men.
- Supporting Testosterone Levels: The herb is thought to have testosterone-boosting effects, which may lead to increased muscle mass, strength, and energy levels.
- Reducing Stress and Improving Mood: Tongkat Ali is sometimes used as an adaptogen, believed to help the body adapt to stress and reduce anxiety.
- Promoting Overall Well-being: Some users claim that Tongkat Ali supplements improve general well-being and vitality.
Scientific studies:
Results: This pilot study, published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, reported that Tongkat Ali supplementation increased testosterone levels and improved muscle strength in male subjects.
https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1550-2783-10-28
Results: The study, published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, found that Tongkat Ali supplementation in moderately stressed subjects led to a significant improvement in tension, anger, and confusion, while also reducing cortisol levels.
https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1550-2783-10-28
Results: This study, published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, demonstrated that Tongkat Ali extract improved stress hormone profiles and reduced anxiety in men with late-onset hypogonadism.
https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1550-2783-10-28