Traditionally, Tongkat Ali has been used as an aphrodesiac and a libido booster in SE Asia. Studies confirm that it is very useful in this capacity. It boosts libido as well as sexual function and endurance. You can think of it as the pornstar herb.

Researchers are unsure of the mechanism that Tongkat Ali uses, but they think it works through two means. It both stimulates the production of testosterone as well as reducing the level of bound and inactive testosterone. Common effects from the use of Longjack include a sense of well being, improved body composition, a boost in libido and increased recovery from exercise. Definitely worth adding to your arsenal of supplements.

Longjack is very powerful stuff so start off at a lower dose to determine its effects on you. It has been reported to cause insomnia, irritability (hehe tongkat rage), restlessness and increased body temperature. Thanks to the boost of natural testosterone it is a very useful addition to post cycle therapy and will help bring natural testosterone production up to speed. Because of the potency and above mentioned side effects it is not suggested that you take Tongkat Ali more than 2-3 days in a row. I think an every other day dosing protocol would work very well.

When purchasing Longjack be sure that you are getting the extract of the root and not just root powder. It is believed most supplements that claim to be Longjack are actually root powder preperations and too weak to be of any use. I haven’t had the chance (or the cash) to try it yet myself but when I do you can be sure I will report the results here.

OK, I tried the tongkat ali and as a test booster I think it definitely does the trick. It takes a little while to kick in. For me I didn’t start to notice changes until after about 8-10 days. At that point I got a noticable boost in my libido as well as an increase in my energy levels during my workouts. I was more focused and more aggressive in the gym for sure.

After several weeks I could see a slight change in body composition as well. I am an older athlete and tend to hold more fat around my middle, but with the tongkat ali these fat deposits started to shrink. I was also noticing the increased body temperature. Good side effect during the cold winter, but could be irritating during the summer months or in warmer climates.

Tongkat Ali is not a miracle worker, but I think it does have testosterone boosting properties and could be useful in supporting healthy testosterone production especially during post cycle therapy. But you don’t have to take my word for it. Try it yourself.

1. Inject synthetic testosterone and anabolic steroids
2. Take legal pro-hormones or designer steroids
3. Take natural testosterone boosters

The first option is dangerous, expensive and illegal. While it may be the most effective of the three solutions I would not recommend it. Especially if you have been lifting less than 2 years or are under the age of 21. Really, anabolic steroids do have their place, but they are only for advanced bodybuilders.

The second solution works well for some, but I also want to caution you about these designer steroids that have become so popular of late. These “supplements” such as Superdrol, Phera-plex, and Mega-TRN (and all rip-offs of these compounds) are not as safe as the supplement companies would have you believe. They all effect the bodies natural production of hormones, just like illegal anabolic steroids and they are typically toxic to the liver. In some cases very toxic. Anyone who is considering using these supplements should be sure to do their homework and find out what is necessary to protect your body while on them. And just like anabolic steroids a solid post cycle therapy including an anti-estrogen such as nolvadex should be undertaken.

That brings us to the third solution which is my favorite. Again you should do your research. And that’s why your here right? So, what are the options for natural testosterone enhancement? I’ve put together information on 9 of the most popular natural supplements to boost testosterone. Some work and some don’t. Take a look at what I’ve found and make an informed decision.

1. ZMA
2. Tribulis Terrestris
3. Fenugreek
4. Activate by Designer Supplements
5. 6-OXO
6. Avena Sativa
7. Tongkat Ali
8. Yohimbe
9. NHA Stacks

There was a small study done done with 6 men ages 32-40 who took a 3 week cycle of 6 OXO at 600mg per day. The study looked at both sex hormone levels and indicators of toxicity. What they found was great news for bodybuilders. Total testosterone incresed by 188% and free testosterone increased by 226% over baseline levels. Additionally there was no negative toxic effects on the body. In fact, liver and cholesterol values actually improved.

6 OXO is all natural so there is no need to worry about the negatives associated with steroids and prohormones such as negative impact on natural testosterone production and liver values. It won’t give you ‘bitch tits’ and it won’t raise your cholesterol or blood pressure either. And there is no water retention with 6 OXO. It can be used as a natural test booster or as an adjunct to post cycle therapy to ‘reset’ your bodies normal hormonal balance.

If you are using it to jump-start your testosterone production after a cycle of prohormones (or just to increase your own natural production in a clean state) then you would also take 200-600mg of 6-OXO™ once a day, for a period of 3-6 weeks.