Comment · Thu, August 6, 2020 · ND Owner
Tongkat Ali feels like modafinil to me (question of timing)
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TheGermanGuy21 · 5 points
Is insomnia a frequent side effect? I was gonna wait for the 2.5x stronger tablets to get the most bang for the buck, but I get insomnia very easily, even when I dose stimulating things first thing in the morning. 23andMe says I'm a slow metabolizer for a lot of things. Would I be better off with the 2% capsules then? Really wanted the most potent ones though.. Is the difference in effects comparable to cordyceps 1:1 vs 10:1? Because I do want really strong effects, just no insomnia lol
u/MisterYouAreSoDumb · ND Owner
Not for me, no. I have not noticed any degradation in my sleep. However, I only take it in the AM. I would have to try taking it later in the day to see if I can replicate OP's results.
The difference is not the same as the cordyceps 1:1 vs 10:1, as both the 2% and 10% are solvent extractions. The cordyceps difference is much larger, as the 1:1 is straight powder that has been water bathed to break down the chitin. However, it's basically pure cordyceps powder. The 10:1 is an actual solvent extraction. So the difference is a lot because of that. The difference in between the two tongkats are just the level to which they are extracted. Since both are still potent extracts, you will not see as big of a difference between the two as you will with the cordyceps. By all means, I would love to sell you the more expensive one. LOL. However, you should probably start with the 2% and see how you like it first. The 2% is plenty strong on its own.