Evidence supporting the use of: Eurycoma Longifolia
For the health condition: Nervous Exhaustion

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Eurycoma longifolia, also known as Tongkat Ali, has a strong tradition of use in Southeast Asian herbal medicine, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia, where it is employed as a general tonic to combat "fatigue," "loss of energy," and "nervous exhaustion." Traditional healers have long used the root to help restore vitality, reduce tiredness, and improve stamina, which are symptoms that can overlap with the concept of nervous exhaustion—a historical term often associated with chronic fatigue, stress, and mental burnout.

Scientific studies on Eurycoma longifolia have primarily focused on its potential effects on male fertility, testosterone levels, physical performance, and stress. Some small clinical trials and animal studies suggest that it may help reduce symptoms of stress, possibly by modulating the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and lowering cortisol levels. However, these studies are limited in size and scope, and few have specifically addressed "nervous exhaustion" as a clinical diagnosis.

In summary, while the use of Eurycoma longifolia for nervous exhaustion is justified by traditional medicine systems, scientific evidence directly supporting its efficacy for this condition is limited and indirect. More robust clinical trials are needed to substantiate its use for nervous exhaustion according to modern medical standards.

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