Herbs to improve sex

Herbs like tribulus terrestris and horny goat weed, amongst others have been recognized for centuries as bringing special benefits for older men and women noticing a decline in sexual vigor. Modern science has identified the key active ingredients in the herbs previous generations used from well-tried experience. Those active ingredients can now be isolated, extracted, measured and encapsulated in natural health products with guaranteed quality.

Thousands of men and women are discovering the benefits of natural sex boosters like tribulus terrestris, horny goat weed, maca, muira puama, and ginseng.

However do not expect these natural products to work as quickly as pharmaceuticals, Natural sex boosters work a little slower, and while they may take a few days to work, they often provide additional benefits such as boosting libido and enhancing sensations.

Amongst the herbs which boost libido and sexual pleasure over several days of use:

Tribulus Terrestris

Tribulus Terrestris was highlighted after the Bulgarian Olympic wrestling team credited their sporting success to use of the herb, a to lift sports performance. Also known as puncture vine, its lethal thorns destroy bike tires in regions where it grows wild.

The active ingredient in Tribulus Terrestris is steroidal saponens, highest concentrations found in the leaf of the plant.
Benefits of Tribulus Terrestris

Whether your desire is to return your sex life to what it was in younger years or build a stronger, more masculine body, tribulus terrestris can assist as:

• An aid for normal erection
• Possibly improved quality and quantity of sperm
• Helping athletes in building muscle mass and strength
• Herbal Ignite contains 190mg of tribulus terrestris extract (equivalent to 2.28 dry leaf) in every capsule.
  

Horny Goat Weed

Horny Goat Weed helps sexual sexual arousal and aids normal erection. Used in traditional Chinese medicine, Horny Goat Weed (epimedium brevicornu) was discovered hundreds of years ago by a goat herder who noticed when his goats ate this herb they were more sexually active.
Used as an aphrodisiac, Horny goat weed is beneficial for sexual activity and arousal. Slows the aging process, improves energy levels and generally improves overall health.

Avena Sativa

Stalking wild stallions for food long before he climbed on their backs and tamed them, Stone Age man saw the most sexually active animals were also the ones who grazed most heavily on Avena Sativa – Wild Oats. Soon he too was “sowing his own wild oats”.
Avena Sativa has been used by herbalists for nicotine withdrawal because of its beneficial calming effects. As a stress reducer it relieves tell-tale symptoms of burnout and aids sexual response and arousal.
Ginseng – a renowned Asian energizer

In China, Japan and Korea ginseng is commonly included in herbal products used for the treatment of sexual dysfunction.

There are several varieties of ginseng sold over-the-counter:

· Asian (Chinese and Korean) ginseng (panax ginseng)
· American ginseng (panax quinquefolius)
· Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus Chinensis)

Chinese ginseng is more stimulating, while Siberian is a different type altogether and does not contain the same substances.

Korean red ginseng seems to be an effective treatment for erectile dysfunction, according to the results of a small study from Korea, where 60 per cent of men in the sample group said they had improved erections taking ginseng compared with only 20 per cent while taking the placebo. A number of other studies have shown ginseng to have a favorable effect on memory and mood, reaction time, and general quality of life. Once one of the most popular of the sex enhancing herbs, others have now taken the spotlight, amongst them tribulus, yohimbe, maca, muira puama and horny goat weed.

Prolonged use of ginseng is not recommended as insomnia is a common side effect from overuse. Individuals with high blood pressure and heart disease may be prone to heart rhythm irregularities while taking high does of ginseng.

Ginseng taken at a dose of 100 mg to 200 mg a few times a week, should produce results within days.

Maca – Erotic South American herb

Traditionally used in the Andes as an aphrodisiac and for enhancing fertility. It seems to be more geared towards enhancing libido rather than just aiding erections.

Studies with Maca in a group of men aged 21 – 56 years showed improved sexual desire after they had been taking the herb for 8 weeks. Another study showed increased sperm volume and movement after four months of use.

A dose of 1 to 3g, taken daily in the morning, enhances libido within a week. You may also an increase in energy and a slight improvement in mood. There have been no reports of side effects with maca use.

Muira puama – Brazilian jungle herb

A reliable sex booster for both women and men. Try it for at least two weeks for best results.

Studies at the Institute of Sexology in Paris showed it was useful in increasing sexual desire. Results showed increased satisfaction with sex life, intensity of sexual desires, ability to reach orgasm and intensity of orgasm.

A dose of 0.5g to 1.5g taken daily in the morning, produces a sex-boosting effect either on the first day, or within two to three days of use. Many users also report a sense of well-being.

Tongkat ali - "Long Jack" – Asian Aphrodisiac

The roots of a tree found throughout Malaysia and South East Asia have been used as an aphrodisiac for centuries. In the old days the roots were boiled for hours. Now tongkat ali coffee and tea is sold in Malaysia's roadside stalls and even at eateries in posh hotels. A number of studies have shown tongkat ali to have sex-boosting properties. In lab tests it increased the frequency of erections.

Side effects may include insomnia, a feeling of restlessness and increased body temperature.

Around 40 to 100 mg of 100:1 extract taken in the morning can benefit libido, and give more energy, longer erections and more sexual thoughts. Higher doses can lead to insomnia.

Yohimbe – Sexual Exciter from West Africa

One of the most popular and effective sex stimulants for both men and women, however should be used with caution by anyone with a medical condition, particularly those with hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, or those of medicines like anti depressants, tranquilizers, or stimulants including caffeine. In many countries it is now a controlled substance because of the side effects and has been replaced by pharmaceutical medicines as a result.

Not recommended for those who are on psychiatric medicines unless approved by a physician.

Side effects from doses higher than 300 mg include anxiety, elevated blood pressure, heart rate increase or palpitations, dizziness, headache, nausea, visual disturbance and sweating. It should not be taken while operating machinery, driving, or performing hazardous activities.