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    Adaptogen

    Tongkat Ali

    Eurycoma longifolia

    Family: Simaroubaceae

    Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand

    Tongkat Ali is a flowering plant native to Southeast Asian rainforests, renowned for its adaptogenic and ergogenic properties. The root contains quassinoids, particularly eurycomanone, which contribute to its bioactivity.

    Tongkat Ali

    Traditional Use

    Used in traditional Malaysian and Indonesian medicine for centuries as a tonic for vitality, energy, and male health. Known locally as 'Malaysian ginseng'.

    Active Compounds

    EurycomanoneEurycomanolEurycomalactoneQuassinoidsAlkaloidsGlycosaponins

    Mechanisms of Action

    • Hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis modulation
    • Cortisol regulation
    • Phosphodiesterase inhibition
    • Antioxidant activity

    Applications

    Energy and fatigueHormonal balanceAthletic performanceStress adaptationHealthy ageing

    Clinical Status

    Extensive clinical evidence supporting efficacy. Our TKA-201 standardised extract is commercially available through licensing partners.

    Regulatory Notes

    Generally recognised as safe. Widely approved as a dietary supplement ingredient across major markets including USA, EU, and ASEAN.

    Sourcing & Sustainability

    Wild-harvested from certified sustainable sources in Malaysian rainforests, with traceability systems ensuring quality and environmental responsibility.

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