Eurycoma Longifolia is also known as tongkat ali or pasak bumi. It is a plant in the family Simaroubaceae and genus Eurycoma, native to Indonesia and Malaysia. It was used in folk medicine for its antimalarial, antipyretic, antiulcer, cytotoxic and aphrodisiac properties. Eurycoma longifolia is used in supplements for bodybuilders because research claims that it can increase testosterone level but most of the research was conducted on rats and further scientific evidence is needed to confirm its effect on testosterone levels in humans. Some studies also show that it induces apoptosis in breast-cancer cells and is cytotoxic to lung-cancer cells.

Horny Goat Weed is also known as yin yang huo, yang tonic, or epimedium is an herb that is traditionally used for its ability to treat erectile dysfunction in men, increasing libido, and improve the reproductive health. It also boosts the production of testosterone that helps the body burn fats and aids in the development of muscles. It is also used as a tonic that improves the overall health and relieves fatigue. It alleviates the symptoms of menopause and premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Horny goat weed is also effective in increasing energy, exercise recovery and endurance. It also regulates blood pressure level and aids in the treatment of various heart diseases. It also helps in the treatment of bronchitis, hepatitis, liver and kidney problems.

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Maca Root is found in South America in high and elevated areas, particularly in Andes Mountains. It is a known adaptogen that helps the body adapt to external conditions. It has the ability to help the body deal with stress and strengthen the immune system, increase energy and endurance. It prevents chronic fatigue syndrome, alleviates depression and reduce anxiety. It also raises the testosterone levels in men that improve their libido and sexual performance. It also improves the circulatory system and speeds up wound healing. It is also beneficial in women because it alleviates the symptoms of menopause and helps regulate hormonal imbalances.

Panax Ginseng (Asian ginseng), which is also called as Korean ginseng and Chinese ginseng, belongs to the same Araliaceae family that American ginseng and Siberian ginseng belong to. It is harvested in the fall and the root of plants, preferably above six years of age, is used for treating various conditions. These include erectile dysfunction, male infertility, and chronic fatigue syndrome. It is also believed that prolonged use of Asian ginseng can alleviate risk of some forms of cancer. However, failing to take it in recommended amounts may lead to certain side effects too and in rare instances, cause over-stimulation and insomnia. The risk of over-stimulation as well as gastrointestinal upset can be more if it is taken along with caffeine. Some women have also experienced menstrual abnormalities and breast tenderness after prolonged use of Asian ginseng.

Rhodiola Rosea Extract is the extract of a plant that grows in the cold regions of the world from the Crassulaceae family. It is considered to be dioecious, which is having both male and female parts. Rhodiola Rosea is an adaptogen and that is a natural herbal medicine that increases the body’s resistance to trauma, stress, fatigue, and anxiety. It improves the mood and can lessen the effects of depression. This extract supports the nervous system and helps to significantly boost mental functions by increasing blood supply to the brain. It can also normalize the heart rate after intense exertion. Combined with moderate exercise it can aid in significant weight loss because it activates hormone-sensitive lipase, which enables the breakdown of fat stored in adipole tissue. Fat stored in adipole tissue is normally very difficult to get rid of.

Tongkat Ali Root is a flowering plant in the family Simaroubaceae, native to Indonesia and Malaysia. Tongkat Ali roots are used in many herbal and scientific supplements. It is claimed to increase testosterone levels in users, many herbal supplements for bodubuilders contain these roots. Some scientific studies also confirm increased sexual activity in animals due to use of these roots but more research is needed to confirm this fact. In other studies, fractions of Tongkat ali extracts have been shown to induce apoptosis in breast-cancer cells and to be cytotoxic to lung-cancer cells. Historically, it is used in South East Asia for treatment of malaria, ulcer and as an cytotoxic.

Yohimbe is an evergreen tree which grows in Africa. Traditionally yohimbe is used as an aphrodisiac but it also acts as a powerful antioxidant. It’s usually taken in the form of tea or capsules or tablets. It is also used for impotence, depression, sexual problems in both men and women, in high blood pressure, low blood pressure and for chest pains. Yohimbe bark is also used to treat fever, cough and leprosy. It is also used as an anesthetic to dilate pupil, to prevent heart disease and as a hallucinogen. Yohimbe also helps in weight loss as it contains nor-epinephrine which increases metabolism. Yohimbine an active ingredient taken from bark of yohimbe is used in drugs to treat various disorders.