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Herbs > Horny Goat Weed (Herba Epimedii)
Also known as Yin Yang Huo and Inyokaku, Horny
Goat Weed may sound a little comic, however it has
been in use for thousands of years with a sound
reputation as an excellent aphrodisiac and today is used in many aphrodisiac
formulas.
Healing uses:
Used as a
traditional botanical medicine in China and Japan,
Horny Goat Weed is used medicinally for disorders of
the kidneys and liver as well as the joints, though
is best known as an aphrodisiac. It is believed that
Horny Goat Weed has testosterone-like effects which
stimulates sexual activity in men by increasing sperm
production, stimulating and increasing sexual desire.
In women it is said to increase desire & libido,
so regular use can help support higher performance
both in the gym and the bedroom.
The
aphrodisiac effects Horny Goat Weed have reportedly
been researched with mice. When they were fed Horny
Goat Weed, it produced an improvement in sperm count,
higher testosterone levels and frequency of
intercourse.
It has
also been demonstrated to increase libido and improve
the quality of life in human patients with chronic
renal failure. Other users report that when using
Horny Goat Weed they experience less fatigue and it
is believed that it may help to prevent adrenal
exhaustion in high stress situations.
Growing Horny
Goat Weed:
If you can locate seed, as far as we can
discover, it will grow like a weed in many different
soils. |
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