Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) is a herb that is sometimes called Malaysian ginseng on account of its similar properties to Panax ginseng. Evidence suggests that Tongkat Ali has a number of biochemical effects in humans that include a significant ability to improve reproductive function. Tongkat Ali contains a number of phytochemicals that may contribute to its reproductive effects and these include bioactive compounds such as phenolic compounds, polypeptides, diterpenoids, alkaloids, and quassinoids. In one study Tongkat Ali was significantly able to improve erectile dysfunction in human males. One line of reasoning is that Tongkat Ali is able to increase testosterone levels, and this causes beneficial reproductive effects. This may suggest that the effects of the herb may only become apparent in those who have deficiencies in testosterone. The testosterone raising effects of Tongkat Ali may also make the supplement of interest to athletes during intense training.
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