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But in the United States, its principal use is as an aphrodisiac. What Do the Chinese Know That We Don't? Horny goat weed is loaded with flavonoids, polysaccharides, sterols, and an alkaloid called mag-naflorine, according to herbal medicine expert Chris Kilham, author of the Hot Plants: Natures Proven Sex Boosters for Men and Women. This time-tested aphrodisiac "increases libido in men and women, and improves erectile function in men," Kilham says. He went to China to interview traditional Chinese medicine practitioners for the Discovery Channel, and was told by Diao Yuan Kuang, M.D.

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Take 500-1,000 mg of horny goat weed, which, as the name implies, is a natural aphrodisiac that helps restore sexual desire in men and women. Maca root is used throughout the world to increase energy, libido, stamina, and sexual performance in men and women. A recommended dose is 500-1,000 mg three times a day. Damiana, a nervous system stimulant that acts as an aphrodisiac and a tonic for the reproductive organs, is traditionally used to promote energy and increase libido in women. Take 2-4 g two to three times daily, or as directed on the label.

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Reference is also made to use as an abortifacient and aphrodisiac. Efficacy for these indications has not yet been proved. precautions and adverse reactions COTTON OIL No health hazards are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages. Animal experiments over a period of several weeks involving the administration of cyclopropene-fatty acids led to elevated cholesterol and triglyceride blood levels in rabbits and to a delayed sexual development in young female rats. COTTONSEED The drug is toxic, due to its gossypol content.

A decoction of the stems and leaves is also used to stop vomiting, to treat congestion of the pelvis, and as an aphrodisiac. The bark-pulp is applied as a plaster to soft chancres. Probable Efficacy: L-5-Hydroxytryptophan is reported to be of greatest benefit in psychiatric and neurological disorders where there is a deficiency of neural serotonin. L-5-Hydroxy-tryptophan has also been indicated for its uses in alleviating the symptoms of a number of common syndromes such as anxiety and depression.

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Other effects (for which there are no experimental results) include the following: obstructive influence on fertility, galactogen, antispasmodic, diuretic, and aphrodisiac. Cumin also has carminative, stimulant, and analgesic effects. INDICATIONS AND USAGE In folk medicine, cumin is used as a carminative for stomach disorders, diarrhea, and colic, particularly in veterinary medicine. In America, Africa, and India the drag is used as an abortive and as an emmenagogue.

Cyanogenic glycosides: tetraphylline B (barterin) INDICATIONS AND USAGE Damiana preparations are used as an aphrodisiac and for prophylaxis and treatment of sexual disturbances. PRECAUTIONS AND ADVERSE REACTIONS No health hazards or side effects are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages. LITERATURE Auterhoff H, Haufel HP, (1968) Arch Pharm 301:537. Dominguez XA, Hinojosa M, (1976) Planta Med 30:68. Jin J, (1966) Lloydia 29(3):250.

It is also used as a carminative, an antispasmodic, a diuretic and an aphrodisiac. The efficacy for the claimed applications has not been documented. It is used in India for diabetes, especially for thirst symptoms associated with the disease. SYZYGII CUMINI CORTEX ¦ Diarrhea ¦ Inflammation of the mouth and pharynx ¦ Inflammation of the skin Preparations of the bark are used internally for nonspecific acute diarrhea and as a topical therapy for mild inflammation of the oral-pharyngeal mucosa. Externally, it is used for mild, superficial inflammation of the skin.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Muira-Puama is used for the prevention of sexual disorders and as an aphrodisiac. PRECAUTIONS AND ADVERSE REACTIONS No health hazards or side effects are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages. DOSAGE No information is available. LITERATURE Auterhoff H, Momberger B, Arch Pharm 304: 223-228. 1971. Further information in: Hansel R, Keller K, Rimpler H, Schneider G (Hrsg.), Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 5. Aufl., Bde 4-6 (Drogen), Springer Verlag Berlin, Heidelberg, New York, 1992-1994.

According to unconfirmed sources, the drug also has antidepressive, aphrodisiac, and hypotensive effects. INDICATIONS AND USAGE The drug is used as a gargle and rinse in the treatment of diseases of the mouth and throat. PRECAUTIONS AND ADVERSE REACTIONS Health risks or side effects following the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages are not recorded. LITERATURE Shcheptoin BM et al., (1984) Vrach Delo 6:18. Further information in: Kern W, List PH, Horhammer L (Hrsg.), Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 4. Aufl., Bde.

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Also Known As English: turnera French: the bourrique German: grossbla Spanish: aguita de damiana, pasrorcita, yerba del pastor Part Used Aboveground plant Physiological Effects Antidepressant, alterative, anti-inflammatory, aperient, aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, chola-gogue, diuretic, emmenagogue, hormone regulator, laxative (mild), nervine, stimulant, stomachic, urinary antiseptic, yang tonic Medicinal Uses Damiana nourishes yang, invigorates the brain and nerves, regulates the pituitary gland, and promotes physical endurance.

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Indian Medicine: Behen seeds are used for fever and as an aphrodisiac. Efficacy for these indications has not yet been proved. precautions and adverse reactions BEHEN ROOT No health hazards are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages. The ingestion of larger quantities can lead to nausea, dizziness and vomiting. BEHEN SEEDS No health hazards are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages.

According to unconfirmed sources, the drug also has antidepressive, aphrodisiac, and hypotensive effects. indications and usage Unproven Uses: The drug is used as a gargle and rinse in the treatment of diseases of the mouth and throat. precautions and adverse reactions Health risks or side effects following the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages are not recorded. dosage Mode of Administration: Liquid extract used as a gargle and rinse. literature Kern W, List PH, Hbrhammer L (Hrsg.), Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 4. Aufl., Bde.

In Africa the drug is used frequently as an aphrodisiac and hallucinogen. precautions and adverse reactions Nothing has been documented regarding side effects in connection with therapeutic administration. overdosage The drug is considered severely toxic. High dosages in animal experiments led to severe excitation and spasms. Cases of death through exhaustion have been observed among humans following overstimulation and hallucination. dosage Mode of Administration: Whole herb and cut drug preparations for internal use.

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Maca root contains a chemical called p-methoxybenzyl isothiocyanate, which is reputed to have aphrodisiac qualities. It also contains a bunch of chemicals found in other plants from the Brassica family (broccoli, cabbage, etc.), which are documented to be cancer preventive. Other research has demonstrated increased sexual activity in mice that are fed maca, though some of this research has been criticized because it was performed and sponsored by people marketing maca. But there's been some human research as well, notably by G.F. Gonzales et al., published in the Asian Journal of Andrology.

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Large doses can Esperanto: aniz French: anis, boucage German: anis, anissamen Hindi: saunf Italian: anice Japanese: anisu Portuguse: erva-doce Russian: anis Sanskrit: shatapushpa Spanish: anis, simiente de anis Swedish: anis Part Used Seed Physiological Effects Antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, carminative, diuretic, expectorant, galactagogue, parturient, stimulant, stomachic, tonic Medicinal Uses Anise seeds are used to remedy asthma, bloating, catarrh, colic, coughs, diarrhea, flatulence, halitosis, hiccups, indigestion, insomnia, menstrual cramps, nausea, poor appetite, and whooping cough.

The herb also has been smoked as an aphrodisiac. Constituents Ascorbic acid, chromium, catechin, ephedrine, pseu-doephredine, N-methyl-ephedrine, n-methyl-pseu-doephedrine, norephedrine, norpseudoephedrine Energetic Correspondences • Flavor: sweet, pungent • Temperature: warm • Moisture: dry • Polarity: yang • Planet: SaturnAJranus/Mars • Element: earth Contraindications Ephedra has had a lot of negative press in recent years because of its potential side effects.

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INDICATIONS AND USAGE Yohimbe bark is used for sexual disorders, as an aphrodisiac, and for feebleness and exhaustion. CONTRAINDICATIONS Yohimbe bark is contraindicated in liver and kidney diseases. PRECAUTIONS AND ADVERSE REACTIONS No health hazards are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages. Side effects that can appear include, among others, anxiety states, elevated blood pressure, exanthema, excitatory states, queas-iness, sleeplessness, tachycardia, tremor, and vomiting.

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However, it's also reported to stimulate the pituitary gland to release growth hormone and testosterone, and has been historically used as an aphrodisiac. Patients need to be cautious taking dopamine and should discuss a 400-milligram dose of this herb with their doctors. Let's make one thing clear: We are not recommending testosterone therapy for men with normal testosterone levels as some kind of antiaging miracle treatment. Testosterone therapy should be used only for men diagnosed with enough of a deficiency to cause some of the problems we've already outlined.

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Although a generation of baby boomers probably first heard the name of this herb through the immortal Simon and Garfunkel song, it's actually been around since the days of the ancient Greeks and Romans, who valued it as an aphrodisiac. In fact, Euell Gibbons, in Stalking the Healthful Herbs, said, "According to ancient tradition, if a girl wears a corsage of wild thyme flowers, it means that she is looking for a sweetheart; and according to another tradition, if a bashful boy drinks enough wild thyme tea, it will give him courage to take her up on it!

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This time-tested aphrodisiac "increases libido in men and women, and improves erectile function in men," Kilham says. He went to China to interview traditional Chinese medicine practitioners for the Discovery Channel, and was told by Diao Yuan Kuang, M.D., that horny goat weed "... gives you back your sexual strength." Chinese doctors use it to treat erectile problems, boost libido, and recapture the sexual vitality of youth. Herb traders in China estimate that they sell more than 100 tons of the stuff every year.

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The ancient Chinese considered mustard an aphrodisiac. And the mustard seed figures prominently as a symbol in the Christian faith, used to signify something small and insignificant that, when nourished, can grow into something of great strength and power. Mustard itself is only as good as the seeds it was made from. There are many really delicious gourmet mustards loaded with phytochemicals. Seek them out! Good mustard can stimulate the appetite and circulation and help neutralize toxins. Or if you're adventurous, use the seed in cooking.

Men take note: Zinc is needed for the production of healthy sperm, which may be one indirect reason why high-zinc oysters got their reputation as an aphrodisiac!) Vitamin B12 is necessary to bring down homocysteine, a nasty metabolic compound that puts you at risk for heart disease and memory impairment. Vitamin B12 is most absorbable from animal foods; vegetarians—despite what they tell you—are most at risk for deficiency. While lamb is the principal meat in parts of Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, and India, it is much less popular in the United States.

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Eurycoma longifolia, grown in Southeast Asia, is touted as a powerful aphrodisiac. Manufacturers can throw together any combination of these allegedly ancient ingredients to make up their own secret formula. How can we know what combination is effective? How do we know the ingredients are pure? How can we be sure they are safe? As with most natural products such as these, little research has been done on adverse side effects, dosage requirements, restrictions or interactions. Again, buyer beware. The Active Ingredient There is another reason that natural does not mean safe.

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There are some interesting Trivial Pursuit-type factoids about cumin, some of them having to do with romance: A paste of cumin, black pepper, and honey is considered to be an aphrodisiac in some parts of the Middle East. In Europe during the Middle Ages, cumin was believed to keep lovers from being unfaithful. Soldiers were sent off to war with cumin bread baked by their wives. (Not unrelatedly, cumin was also believed to keep chickens from leaving their yard.) And cumin is said to symbolize greed, maybe because its strong flavor can overwhelm a dish.

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Unproven Uses: Damiana preparations are used as an aphrodisiac and for prophylaxis and treatment of sexual disorders. Damiana is used widely in Mexico and South America for nervous debility, inflammation of the bladder, decreased sexual function, impotence, nephritis, and diabetes (Martinez, 1991). precautions and adverse reactions General: No health hazards or side effects are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages.

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The fruit, which has been used since the times of ancient Greece, increases luteinizing hormone, which enhances testosterone production—possibly leading to an aphrodisiac effect (studies using an extract have found it to be effective). Formerly recommended as a treatment for female infertility, impotence, and low libido in both men and women, it was also used to aid rejuvenation after a long illness. The herb became widely known in the West when medal-winning Bulgarian Olympic athletes claimed that use of Tribulus had contributed to their success.

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It is also considered to be an aphrodisiac. Cardamom is used in the treatment of anorexia, appetite loss, asthma, bloating, bronchitis, catarrh, celiac disease, colds, colic, congestion, cough, cramps, depression, diarrhea, dysentery, enuresis, erectile dysfunction, emphysema, fainting, fatigue, fetal restlessness, fever, flatulence, halitosis, headache, heartburn, indigestion, kidney stones, laryngitis, lung congestion, malabsorption, morning sickness, polyuria, poor circulation, premature ejaculation, spermatorrhea, stomachache, vomiting, and weak chi.

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To give a good one, use a lotion that's scented with lavender, which is perceived as an aphrodisiac by both men and women. Do the whole foot, then move your way up. We store a lot of tension in our ankles, so move the foot around passively to help relax the joint. Since the calves and feet are farthest from the heart and fighting gravity, it is challenging for them to move lymphatic waste along. Rub the calves from ankle toward knee to help the process. You want to be moving in that direction anyway; now you have an excuse. testosterone is not measured directly.

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Damiana, a nervous system stimulant that acts as an aphrodisiac and a tonic for the reproductive organs, is traditionally used to promote energy and increase libido in women. Take 2-4 g two to three times daily, or as directed on the label. Sarsaparilla contains steroidal saparins thought to mimic the action of some human hormones. To use it as a tonic for sexual functioning and also as a rejuvenator, drink a tea two or three times a day. To make sarsaparilla tea, soak 1-4 g of chopped or shredded dried root for 10 minutes in about 8 oz of hot water and then strain before drinking.

Yohimbe: This herb has a history of use as an aphrodisiac, and has effects on specific5 hormone receptors relevant to libido and impotence. It is most commonly taken in pill form (tablets contain 5.4 mg of yohimbine) three times daily. This plant may cause problems with sleeping, agitation or anxiety, a fast heartbeat, headaches, high blood pressure, tremors, and severe heart problems. If any of these side effects occur, stop taking yohimbe and consult a medical herbalist for guidance. In addition, this herb may interact with heart medications, anti-depressants, and caffeine.

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