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Catuaba Bark Extract (Erythroxylum Catuaba)

Many regard Catuaba bark as the most renowned Brazilian aphrodisiac plant, and it has been traditionally used for millennia. It is commonly believed that consuming Catuaba bark regularly over an extended period will lead to sexy dreams followed by an increase in libido.

Research has indicated that apart from its antibacterial and antiviral properties, it also expands the blood vessels. When dealing with male sex problems, Catuaba acts as a stimulant of the nervous system.

It is also a nervous system booster and strong tonic widely recognized for its strength-giving and fatigue-relieving capabilities. These effects are noticeable in men, particularly for libido.

Asian Red Ginseng (Panax Ginseng)

Traditionally, ginseng is used for delivering extra energy and overcoming general weakness. It is also well-known that ginseng has aphrodisiac properties.

The Department of Urology at the University of Ulsan College of Medicine and the Asan Medical Center in Seoul, Korea conducted a double-blind study to understand the efficacy of Korean red ginseng for erection struggles. They concluded that red ginseng can be an alternative, yet effective treatment for erectile difficulties in men.

A vital compound found in ginseng is ginsenoside, which alters the flow of blood to the penis and the brain, that, in turn, builds sperm and blood. Russian scientists have also found that ginseng helps stimulate both mental and physical activity, bringing about a positive effect on the sex glands, and enhancing athletic performance.

Used for non-medically caused sex problems, this powerful root could help to lower blood pressure while revitalizing and rejuvenating the body.

Epimedium Leaf Extract (Epimedium Sagittatum)

This herb is commonly known as "horny goat weed" and has been applied to enhance libido for hundreds of years.

Medical studies have identified icariin as the active ingredient in epimedium. This ingredient can strengthen erectile function, while epimedium also increases blood flow to the penis by letting nitric oxide levels rise, thereby relaxing the smooth muscles. Icariin also mildly inhibits PDE-5, reducing its levels as does "the little blue pill," but to levels that don’t cause any risky side effects.

Although it has been used in China for centuries, the medical community now confirms that epimedium is useful for boosting libido, improving erectile function, restoring sexual prowess and increasing sensation. Epimedium frees up testosterone, thus increasing endurance and sex drive naturally.

Cuscuta Seed Extract (Semen Cuscutae)

A recent medical trial was done to determine the effect of Cuscuta seed extract on men whose sperm were dead. The results of the study demonstrated an increase of more than 70% in sperm motility and live sperm.

Cuscuta is also used to treat leukorrhea and lower back pain, both symptoms that often indicate conditions where deficient kidneys cause sexual weakness. It is also used to increase fertility in both women and men, while all the traditional Chinese pharmacopeias list it as an aphrodisiac.

Hawthorn Berry (Fructus Crataegi)

Found on the hawthorn tree, this phytochemical has exceptional preventive capabilities. The hawthorn berry contains several bioflavonoids, which help dilate and relax the arteries. Bioflavonoids are powerful antioxidants that also increase the flow of oxygen to the heart via the blood. This reduces stress to the heart muscle and blood pressure as the heart does not have to work as hard to circulate blood.

Another benefit of Hawthorn is that it strengthens the blood vessel walls and improves blood flow to all areas of the body. Other components contained in hawthorn reduce the amount of plaque and cholesterol in the arteries.

In Germany, the hawthorn plant has officially been approved for pharmaceutical use, and government studies show it has no side effects. Other studies have demonstrated that hawthorn mildly lowers blood pressure, improves the heart's contraction strength, protects the heart from irregular beats, and increases blood flow to the brain and heart.

Muira Pauma Bark Extract (Ptychopetalum Olacoides)

Muira Pauma bark extract is commonly used in men to increase sexual vigor and desire and to help virility.

In a study done at the Sexology Institute in Paris, Dr. Jacques Waynberg did research on 262 men that complained of not having any sexual desire or not being able to attain or maintain erections. The findings indicated that more than 60% of men that lacked libido benefited from using Muira Pauma, while more than 50% of men with problems with erections also reported beneficial results.

Muira Pauma’s potency was further validated in recent clinical studies, although the mechanisms triggered by Muira Pauma are unknown. The initial information seems to indicate that it functions by enhancing both the physical and psychological elements of sexual function. Further research will probably reveal additional information on using this herb for treating erectile issues.

Saw Palmetto Berry (Fructus Serenoae)

The saw palmetto berry has been used as an aphrodisiac and sexual stimulant for a long time.

Studies showing that saw palmetto is an effective treatment for men who suffer from symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia have been published in the medical journal JAMA. Saw palmetto has produced good results in treating conditions linked to benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). The extract prevents testosterone from converting to dihydrotestosterone. This hormone is believed to lead to an enlarged prostate by causing the prostate cells to multiply.

Saw palmetto triggers several mechanisms, one of which causes increased blood flow by relaxing the smooth muscles. Because it also inhibits estrogen and androgen receptor activity, it may benefit both males and females in balancing these hormones.

Saw palmetto may also assist the thyroid when it regulates sexual development, and normalizes activities of organs and glands due to its hormonal effects. The extract is used to nutritionally benefit the urinary and prostate tract in the USA, the United Kingdom, Canada and Germany.

Currently, its biggest use is to improve body strength, treat urinary tract conditions and reduce enlarged prostate glands. It is one of only a handful of herbal medications seen as being anabolic, meaning it strengthens and builds body tissue.