Cistanche tubulosa is a desert plant & that grows primarily in arid climates which inspired its nickname “desert ginseng.”

For centuries, Cistanche has been used in Traditional Chinese practices and has been cited in the literature as having a myriad of benefits such as supporting healthy testosterone levels and vitality*, as well as promoting strength and energy*!

While traditional uses primarily suggest that Cistanche tubulosa was used to promote strength and energy, some reports also claim that Cistanche may help to improve cognitive function, stress resistance, and overall mental health*. Until recently, much of the available data on these subjects would be considered anecdotal. However, research over the last several years supports many of the reported benefits of taking a Cistanche tubulosa supplement.

Eurycoma Longifolia Jack, also known as Tongkat Ali, is a flowering plant and member of the Simaroubaceae family and can be found in the South East Asian region, in countries like Malaysia, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. Cultures in these regions believed consuming Tongkat Ali would provide an array of health benefits.

For centuries, people have used Tongkat Ali for its purported testosterone, strength, and energy benefits*. In fact, several studies have noted testosterone-promoting effects from people taking a Tongkat Ali supplement.

A study evaluating the testosterone-promoting benefits of Tongkat Ali also discovered higher levels of energy and physical strength among athletes taking a Tongkat Ali supplement compared to those not taking the supplement.