Summary of "Tongkat Ali Does WHAT For Women!? How Jiordana Saade uses Tongkat Ali In Her Clinic"
Key wellness strategies & takeaways from the video (auto-subtitles summary)
1) Move beyond “calories in, calories out” for weight/hormone issues
- The guest argues the simple calorie model “doesn’t stand” for many women’s struggles.
- Instead, focus on root drivers of weight and hormonal dysfunction, such as:
- stress
- gut issues (including pathogens/parasites)
- lifestyle factors
- Emphasize hormone balance rather than calories alone.
2) Use a behavioral + physiological, “whole system” approach
- Address the mind first when there are tendencies like:
- overeating
- binge eating
- disordered eating patterns
- Then address physiological imbalances that may keep weight on.
3) Assess hormones functionally (not just “in-range”)
- Use a Dutch hormone test (DUTCH test) (urine-based) to evaluate hormone patterns and interactions.
- Look for functional “optimal ranges” and trends, not just whether bloodwork is “fine.”
- Pay attention to relative imbalances—for example:
- Individual values may appear normal, while ratios (e.g., progesterone vs estrogen) may still indicate estrogen dominance.
4) Tailor supplements to hormone needs—start low and go slow
- The guest’s “go-to” supplement (as described) is Tongkat Ali for women.
- Framing: it should support balance, not simply push hormones up or down.
5) Tongkat Ali: why it’s suggested (as described)
The guest often recommends it when women report:
- low libido
- low energy
- hormone dysregulation across different adult life stages
Proposed mechanisms (as stated):
- Works across multiple hormone pathways (not only one target), including cortisol
- May involve estrogen/testosterone/DHEA/DHT and thyroid-related functioning
- Acts as an adaptogen (claimed):
- if hormones are low, it may bring them up
- if hormones are high, it may help bring them down
- May support ovaries, adrenal glands, and thyroid to help the body find homeostasis
6) Progesterone + safety framing around stress
- Libido and progesterone are discussed as linked to feeling safe and stress/cortisol balance.
- Chronic stress can shift hormone pathways toward cortisol, away from progesterone and other downstream functions.
7) Menopause transition support (per clinic focus)
- The guest frames menopause symptoms as often reflecting prior imbalance, not only aging.
- Highlights the role of the adrenals and thyroid during peri-/mid-to-post menopause.
- Weight gain pattern described:
- pre-menopause: more subcutaneous fat (hips/thighs)
- during/after menopause: more belly fat, tied to cortisol and metabolic risk
- Tongkat Ali is described as potentially helping with endocrine/metabolic transition and reducing symptom severity by supporting endocrine balance.
8) Recognize possible early side effects & adjust dosing
- A commonly mentioned “negative” effect: initial nausea (especially in women).
- Interpretation (as described): possibly related to thyroid regulation “starting to shift.”
- Expected course: usually resolves in ~2 weeks.
Strategy:
- start low
- work up gradually
- give it time: expect ~3 months to evaluate how you feel
9) Cautions / who should avoid or use extra care
The guest specifically advises against Tongkat Ali use when:
- PCOS is diagnosed (mentioned as a safety reason to avoid)
- pregnancy or breastfeeding
- diagnosed cancer (as a safety disclaimer)
General emphasis:
- Work with a practitioner for safety.
10) Personal results & clinic-style success outcomes (as shared)
Personal example (after childbirth):
- Started for low libido
- Noticed improved libido/energy over ~6 weeks
- Improved workouts and recovery over a few months
- Lost “almost 30 lbs” by ~3 months without major diet/exercise changes
- Later lost “all the baby weight” over ~6 months
- Reported more regular periods after a history of struggles
Clinic claim (as described):
- Particularly helpful for stubborn/resistant weight in peri-menopause
- Focuses on rebalancing hormones + stress + physiology, not quick suppression
Suggested dosing (as mentioned)
- Starting point: 100 mg daily
- Typical working range in practice: up to 500 mg
- Some studies are mentioned as using higher amounts (up to ~600 mg), but the guest says she personally wouldn’t use that high.
Productivity/self-care techniques mentioned (limited, but present)
- Behavioral change first for eating disorder/overeating tendencies.
- Use signals to guide supplementation decisions when not testing, such as:
- sleep
- period patterns
- mood swings
- weight trends
Presenters / sources
- Presenter / guest: Jordana Saade (runs an obesity/health & nutrition-focused clinic; mentions “Mindful Clinic”)
- Video host / interviewer: Unnamed in subtitles (questioner not identified)
- Healthcare testing source mentioned: The DUTCH test (Dutch hormone test)
Category
Wellness and Self-Improvement
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