Andrew Huberman· PhD
Another substance that has been shown to increase libido across a range of human populations is so-called Tongkat Ali.
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Another substance that has been shown to increase libido across a range of human populations is so-called Tongkat Ali.
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And I've talked before about Tongkat Ali, this Indonesian herb, I think it can be Malaysian as well. But this Indonesian herb is typically the one that I am aware works best for mild libido enhancement. Sometimes, especially in the case of people taking SSRIs, it can enhance libido to override some of the challenges with SSRI-induced reduction in libido.
Um my understanding is that the Indonesian variety of Tonga Ali is the one that is most potent for uh its effects on libido.