What Is Tongkat Ali? Benefits, Uses & Research
What the video covers
Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) is a Southeast Asian medicinal plant traditionally used for vitality and wellbeing. This video from the American Botanical Council (ABC) explores the science behind Tongkat Ali and research on standardised, water-soluble root extracts such as Physta®.
The video covers research in both men and women, including healthy testosterone levels, energy, fertility, physical performance, stress, immune function and healthy ageing. It also explains why the type and quality of Tongkat Ali extract matters, as clinical research focuses on specific standardised root extracts rather than generic Tongkat Ali products.
Key Points
Tongkat Ali is Eurycoma longifolia, with clinical research focused on the root.
The research discussed uses a standardised root extract, rather than a generic extract.
Tongkat Ali has been studied in both men and women.
Research covers healthy testosterone, energy, fertility, performance, stress, immunity, and healthy ageing.
Biotropics cites 26 clinical trials and 9 toxicology studies supporting its research programme.
About the Speaker
The video was produced by the American Botanical Council (ABC) for HerbTV, its educational channel covering herbs, medicinal plants, and scientific research.
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