Evidence supporting the use of: Eurycomanone
For the health condition: Muscle Tone (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Eurycomanone is a key bioactive compound found in Eurycoma longifolia (Tongkat Ali), a plant traditionally used in Southeast Asian medicine. Recent scientific research has explored its potential effects on muscle function, particularly in relation to muscle strength and tone. Several animal and limited human studies suggest that Eurycomanone may support muscle health by promoting testosterone production, enhancing protein synthesis, and reducing muscle fatigue. For example, some clinical trials have shown modest improvements in muscle strength and lean body mass in men taking standardized Tongkat Ali extracts, which contain Eurycomanone as a primary component. The proposed mechanism involves increased free testosterone and reduced cortisol, contributing to a more anabolic (muscle-building) environment. However, direct evidence specifically linking Eurycomanone supplementation to significant improvement in muscle tone (especially in pathological conditions characterized by muscle hypotonia) is relatively sparse. Most available studies are small, short-term, or use whole plant extracts rather than isolated Eurycomanone. Thus, while there is emerging scientific interest and some supportive evidence, it remains preliminary and further research is needed to fully validate Eurycomanone’s efficacy for improving muscle tone in clinical settings.
Other ingredients used for Muscle Tone (lack of)
adenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
ashwagandha
astaxanthin
beet
branched-chain amino acids
calcium
caterpillar mushroom
cissus quadrangularis
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
fish protein
l-isoleucine
l-arginine
l-carnitine
l-citrulline
l-leucine
l-valine
maca
magnesium
ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate
phytocannabinoids
potassium
sardines
black ginger
tongkat ali
Urolithin A
vitamin D
whey protein
atractylodes
cistanche
electrolytes blend (proprietary)
camphor oil
chickpea protein
brown rice protein
AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)
Aralia
Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate
Antler
Arginine Creatine
Alpha-ketoisocaproic acid
Algal protein
Alpha hydroxyisocaproic acid
Animal protein
Beef Protein
Beef
Beef liver
Bovine Protein
beta-lactoglobulin
Banyan
Ba Ji Tian
BCAA
Casein
Chinese Silkvine
Chinese Mountain Ant
Cyathula
Chuchuhuasi
Creatine
Chicken
Deer Velvet
Egg
Ecdysteroids
Ecdysterone
Egg protein
Isoleucine
Milk Protein
Quinoa Protein
salt
Other health conditions supported by Eurycomanone
Adrenal FatigueAthletic and Exercise Aids
Body Building
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Infertility
Muscle Tone (lack of)
Sex Drive (low)
Testosterone (low)