Horny goat weed, scientifically known as epimedium got its name when a goat herder noticed increased promiscuous activities in his goats after eating this leafy herb.
(prHWY.com) October 11, 2012 - Mt. Maunganui, New Zealand -- Horny goat weed, scientifically known as epimedium got its name when a goat herder noticed increased promiscuous activities in his goats after eating this leafy herb. True to its name, horny goat weed is long known for being a strong aphrodisiac, a substance that boosts libido in men and women. This herb is widely used in Traditional Chinese medicine (TMC) for erectile dysfunction and impotence in men. Today, horny goat weed is offered in supplemental pills and capsules used by men and women to regain sexual vitality and relieve low libido.
Horny goat weed is a leafy herb producing red and yellow flowers, typically growing in several parts of China, Korea, and other regions of Asia. Horny Goat Weed is famous in different countries all over the world for its other names like barrenwort, epidmedium, bishop's hat, herba epimedii, and inyokaku. In China, Horny Goat Weed is known as Yin Yang Huo. In TMC practice, the leaves of Horny Goat Weed is dried and treated with lamb's fat before it is used for treatment of low sex drive. Horny Goat Weed supplements available in the market are made from standardized horny goat weed leaf extract.
According to studies, the leaf of horny goat weed is rich in natural substances called flavonoids that affect multiple organ systems in the body. These chemicals improve bone density, immune system, energy production, and kidney functions. More importantly, horny goat weed extract demonstrated estrogen inhibiting and testosterone boosting properties which may improve libido. There is another theory that horny goat weed supplements inhibit the PDE-5 enzyme levels in the body. Another PDE-5 inhibitor is pfizer's Viagra, the most famous Male Enhancement Pills for all time. This is why Horny Goat Weed is often referred to as nature's safer but equally effective version for Viagra.
Apart from sexual health, the benefits of Horny Goat Weed extend to total well-being. Horny goat weed for women helps relieve the discomforts associated with pre-menstrual syndrome and menopause. It is also known to support athletic performance with its Testosterone Boosting Powers. The male hormone testosterone is responsible for the development of lean muscles in men and energy production. It appears that Horny goat weed aids in relieving the symptoms of hay fever or allergic rhinitis. When used together with green tea and garlic, it can be used for treatment of atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries produces potentially serious complications like high blood pressure, heart attack, coronary artery disease, and stroke.
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