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ALIVEL® (Tongkat Ali — Eurycoma longifolia)

Eurycoma longifolia
Evidence Level
Limited
1 Clinical Trial
3 Documented Benefits
2/5 Evidence Score

ALIVEL® is a water-extracted Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) from SourceOne, a Southeast Asian root traditionally used for energy and male vitality. Tongkat Ali is studied for supporting healthy testosterone, energy, and, in aging men, erectile function.

Studied Dose Commonly around 100 to 200 mg per day.
Active Compound Water-extracted Eurycoma longifolia (Tongkat Ali) root standardized for eurycomanone and bioactive peptides.

Benefits

Healthy testosterone

Tongkat Ali is studied for supporting healthy testosterone levels, including free testosterone, in men and women.

Supported by Trial 1

Energy and vitality

Tongkat Ali is traditionally used and studied for supporting energy, stamina, and resistance to fatigue and stress.

Supported by Trial 1

Male sexual health

In a 6-month randomized trial in aging men with low testosterone, Tongkat Ali with exercise supported erectile function and testosterone.

Supported by Trial 1

Mechanism of action

1

Free-testosterone release

Tongkat Ali compounds are thought to free testosterone from its binding protein (SHBG), raising the active, free fraction.

2

Stress-hormone balance

Tongkat Ali is studied for lowering cortisol and improving the testosterone-to-cortisol ratio, supporting vitality.

Clinical trials

1
Tongkat Ali and Testosterone — 6-Month RCT
PubMed

Six-month double-blind placebo-controlled randomized trial of Eurycoma longifolia (Tongkat Ali) with training on erectile function and testosterone in androgen-deficient aging men. (Leitão et al. 2021, Maturitas)

Aging men with androgen deficiency.

Tongkat Ali with concurrent training supported erectile function and testosterone versus placebo.

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well-tolerated.
Mild restlessness or insomnia can occur; avoid late in the day.
Not recommended in hormone-sensitive conditions without medical advice.

Important Drug interactions

Hormone therapy or anti-androgen drugs — consult a doctor.
Blood pressure or blood sugar medication — monitor.
Tell your doctor if you have a hormone-sensitive condition.

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Frequently asked questions about ALIVEL® (Tongkat Ali — Eurycoma longifolia)

What is ALIVEL?

Alivel® is a water-extracted Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) from SourceOne, a Southeast Asian root traditionally used for energy and male vitality. Tongkat Ali is studied for supporting healthy testosterone, energy, and, in aging men, erectile function.

What is ALIVEL used for?

ALIVEL is researched primarily for Testosterone, Men's Health, and Energy. Tongkat Ali is studied for supporting healthy testosterone levels, including free testosterone, in men and women.

What is the recommended dosage of ALIVEL?

The clinically studied dose is Commonly around 100 to 200 mg per day. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is ALIVEL safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, ALIVEL is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated. Mild restlessness or insomnia can occur; avoid late in the day. It may also interact with some medications. ALIVEL is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does ALIVEL interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: Hormone therapy or anti-androgen drugs — consult a doctor. Blood pressure or blood sugar medication — monitor. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for ALIVEL?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for ALIVEL as Limited (2 out of 5). It is backed by 1 clinical trial and 1 cited reference summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(1 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Leitão AE, Vieira MCS, Pelegrini A, et al. A 6-month, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial to evaluate the effect of Eurycoma longifolia (Tongkat Ali) and concurrent training on erectile function and testosterone levels in androgen deficiency of aging males (ADAM). Maturitas. 2021;145:78-85..PubMedUsed to support: RCT supporting testosterone and male-vitality benefit of Tongkat Ali.