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Maca Root and Tongkat Ali, a synergy.
Maca improves subjective libido without changing hormones; tongkat ali raises testosterone. Combined use targets both subjective and hormonal contributors to male sexual function.
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- Substances
- Maca Root and Tongkat Ali
- Pair type
- Synergy
- Evidence (highest tier)
- Emerging
- Source citations
- 1 source
- Stack Score effect
- +2 to your Stack Score (per scored synergy row).
- Scope
- Supplement × Supplement
- Last verified
- May 30, 2026
Synergy · Emerging evidence
Synergy
What is happening. Maca improves subjective libido without changing hormones; tongkat ali raises testosterone. Combined use targets both subjective and hormonal contributors to male sexual function.
Mechanism. Mechanisms are non-overlapping: maca acts on libido and subjective vitality without hormone change; tongkat ali raises testosterone via LH stimulation.
Recommendation. Common stack: maca 1.5 to 3 g plus tongkat ali 200 to 400 mg per day.
Sources (1)
- Shin BC et al. Maca (L. meyenii) for improving sexual function: a systematic review. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2010
Stack Score
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Effect on the composite score
If both Maca Root and Tongkat Ali are in the same stack, this pair applies +2 to your Stack Score (per scored synergy row).
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