Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) is a tree originating from several Asian countries such as Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. Tongkat Ali or also known as Pasak Bumi or Long Jack is very well known as a male virility enhancer. Not only effective, it turns out that there is another side of Tongkat Ali that has side effects.
Tongkat Ali root is claimed to have testosterone-boosting properties. This plant is now popular as Asian Viagra, longjack, and others. However, some Tongkat Ali side effects have also been reported.
Now, Tongkat Ali is widely used as herbal medicine. This root is available in dry, powder or extract form. This root has been used in traditional medicine in many Asian countries, as an aphrodisiac that stimulates sexual desire. Tongkat Ali is primarily used to increase libido, sexual stamina, and fertility. In some areas, it is also used in the treatment of impotence and erectile dysfunction.
Like other medicines or herbs, Tongkat Ali not only offers a million benefits, if you consume it wrong, Tongkat Ali can actually have side effects on your body. Although there are no scientific facts regarding the side effects of tongkat ali, we need to know some experiences.
The following are the side effects of the Tongkat Ali plant:
- Sleep problems and fatigue
Tongkat Ali is reported to cause sleep disturbances, namely insomnia and fatigue.
- Restless
Some people also become more restless or impatient.
- Heart pounding
Fast heartbeat is sometimes a side effect of Tongkat Ali. This is more likely to occur if taken in large doses.
- Testosterone level
Tongkat Ali, which increases testosterone, is not recommended for people with heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, liver problems, prostate or breast cancer.
