Tongkat Ali (The Testosterone Engine)
Also Known As: Eurycoma Longifolia, Longjack, Malaysian Ginseng
Compound Type: Adaptogen / Testosterone Booster / Aphrodisiac
Tongkat Ali is one of the few herbal supplements with significant human data backing its efficacy. While traditionally used in Malaysia for “sexual prowess,” modern science has identified its primary mechanism: it acts as a potent adaptogen that lowers Cortisol (stress hormone).
By crushing cortisol levels, your body enters an anabolic state where it can naturally produce more Testosterone. For penis enlargement, this means higher libido, harder erections, and a better hormonal environment for tissue growth.
How Does Tongkat Ali Help Size?
It improves the “quality” of your erection and the speed of recovery between sessions.
The Science: Cortisol & Arousal
1. The Cortisol/Testosterone Ratio:
Cortisol and Testosterone are antagonists; when one goes up, the other goes down. A 2013 study showed that Tongkat Ali reduced cortisol exposure by 16% and increased salivary testosterone by 37% in stressed subjects.
2. Sexual Arousal (The “Yawning” Rat Study):
Research by Ang HH et al. (University Science Malaysia) found that middle-aged rats dosed with E. Longifolia showed a drastic decrease in “hesitation time” before mating. They also displayed increased yawning and stretching—biological markers of dopamine-driven sexual arousal.
3. Sperm Motility & Volume:
Beyond erection quality, Tongkat Ali significantly increases semen volume and sperm motility. This contributes to the feeling of a “fuller” ejaculation and stronger orgasmic contractions.
Tongkat Ali is expensive to produce. Many cheap supplements are just sawdust. You must look for a Root Extract (usually 200:1 or Standardized to Eurycomanone). If it’s cheap, it’s likely fake.
✔ The Verdict: BEST HERBAL T-BOOSTER
4/5 Stars. If you are going to take an herbal test booster, this is the one. It works. The improved hormonal profile will not grow your penis on its own, but it ensures your erections are at 100% quality for your training sessions.
400mg – 600mg
Daily
Cycle 5 days on, 2 off
Safety Profile & Side Effects
- Insomnia: It can be stimulating. Take it in the morning, never before bed.
- Nausea: The extract is extremely bitter. Take with food to avoid stomach upset.
- Hypoglycemics: May lower blood sugar. Monitor levels if diabetic.
Data source: Examine / PubMed



