Safe Handling of Fresh Herbs

Fresh herbs are often used to season and flavour dishes. Many people grow or buy herbs that are fresh and have not been dried. Popular types of fresh herbs include rosemary, oregano, basil and thyme. Canada’s Food Guide recommends a diet rich in fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet. By adding fresh herbs, you can help enhance the flavour of your favourite vegetable dishes and help reduce the risk of heart disease.

How can fresh herbs become contaminated?

Fresh herbs and other fruits and vegetables don’t naturally contain bacteria that can make you sick.

Fresh herbs are grown close to the ground and the leaves can become contaminated in the field by soil, contaminated water, wild and domestic animals or improperly composted manure. Bacteria may also be transferred during and after harvest from handling, storing and transporting.

Fresh fruit and vegetables, including herbs, can also become contaminated with disease-causing bacteria when they come into contact with raw food items such as meat, poultry, seafood and their juices. Such contaminations can happen at the grocery store, in the shopping cart, in the refrigerator or from counters and cutting boards at home.

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How Safe Are Herbs?

"If it is natural, it must be safe!" Americans have bought into this motto for years, but it's not true according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is a dangerous and inaccurate assumption to believe that herbal products are necessarily safe. People often think herbs will have no side effects and do not know about potential drug interactions.

In the U.S., herbal products can be marketed only as food supplements. If a manufacturer or distributor makes specific health claims about an herbal product - indicates on the label the illness for which the product might be used - without FDA approval, the product can be pulled from store shelves.

Recently, the FDA wrote more than 80 companies warning them to make sure the food ingredients being used in their products are considered safe by the government and to cease making illegal and scientifically unproven health claims.

Some additives are considered healthy such as orange juice with added calcium or breakfast cereals containing fiber. Research suggests that cranberries help to prevent urinary tract infections caused by E. Coli bacteria. But snack chips with Echinacea reducing the risk of colds or fruit drinks with Kava Kava claiming to provide an energy boost are not proven.

SAFE HERBS

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Safe Herbs are research based herbal supplements developed with scientific analysis. Each single product is manufactured with careful selection of herbal extracts, under stringent production parameters and advanced technology.

Herbs are the best friends of mankind. Since centuries human being has been practicing usage of botanicals for the haelthy living.

Safe Herbs is the range of speciality Indian herbs hygienically packed & scientifically processed.

Public Health Advisory

Public Health Advisory

FDA is issuing this public health advisory to alert patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to important changes to Chantix prescribing information. Chantix is a medicine used to help patients stop smoking.

At the request of FDA, Pfizer, the manufacturer of Chantix, has updated the Chantix prescribing information to include warnings about the possibility of severe changes in mood and behavior in patients taking Chantix. FDA is highlighting the following related important safety information on Chantix:

FDA first informed the public about the possibility of severe changes in mood and behavior in the November 20, 2007 FDA Early Communication About an Ongoing Safety Review. At that time, information about severe changes in mood and behavior in patients taking Chantix was added to the Chantix label with an explanation that the link between Chantix and these symptoms was unclear. As FDA’s review of the data has progressed it has become increasingly likely that the severe changes in mood and behavior may be related to Chantix. As a result, FDA worked with Pfizer, the manufacturer of Chantix, to add warnings to the Chantix label about the possibility of severe changes in mood and behavior so healthcare professionals and patients can be more alert to this information. In addition, FDA is working with Pfizer to finalize a Medication Guide for patients.

FDA will update the public about any new information from FDA’s continuing review of the data or new information that it receives on Chantix and severe changes in mood and behavior. FDA may consider additional changes to the Chantix prescribing information as the data review and conclusions warrant.

Women Health Project

Women Health Project

Women Health Project operates in Pakistan.
The Project will help the Government and the provinces to (i) expand basic women's health interventions to underserved populations including health and nutrition education, family planning, skilled delivery care, and control of common communicable diseases; (ii) develop woman friendly health systems providing quality women's health care from the community to first-referral level, through a district focus approach including contracting of nongovernment organizations (NGOs) for social mobilization and services; and (iii) strengthen the institutional and human resources capacity of the Ministry of Health and the provincial health departments to sustain women's health care development in the long term

Menstruation

Normal and abnormal menstruation information from abnormal uterine bleeding to what it means when periods are late, heavy, or accompanied by PMS or cramps, as well as details about what to expect during a normal period and menstrual cycle.

What is Menstruation?
A look at what happens during normal menstruation and when to expect your first period. Includes information about menstrual cycle disorders including abnormal uterine bleeding patterns, PMS, PMDD, and cramps or dysmenorrhea.

Bleeding Between Periods

Do You Bleed or Spot Between Periods?

Bleeding or spotting between periods can be a frightening experience. You never know when bleeding between periods may occur. Maybe your period was over last week and then you notice that you're bleeding again. Maybe this isn't the first month you've experienced bleeding or spotting between periods. Or it could be the first time you've had bleeding between periods. Whether it's the first time you've experienced bleeding between periods, or just another month of spotting, metrorrhagia is a frustrating and stressful experience.

What is normal menstruation?

Normal menstrual bleeding lasts about five days, and although it may seem like you are losing a lot more blood, the amount of blood lost during your period is only about two to eight tablespoons. While normal menstruation occurs on average every 28 days, anywhere from 25 to 35 days between periods is considered normal.

When should you worry about menstrual bleeding?

If you are post-menopausal, or younger than 11 and vaginal bleeding occurs, consult your physician immediately. You should try to determine where the bleeding is coming from: Are you bleeding from your vagina? Your rectum? Or is blood in your urine?

What causes bleeding between periods?

Although the cause of irregular bleeding can vary according to individual health situations, some of the more common causes include:

Sexual Health Issues

Sexual health issues such as sexually transmitted diseases or STDs, sexual dysfunctions, and sexuality issues are explained. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of STDs, and female sexual dysfunction.


Before You Get Married - Getting Your Marriage Off to a Healthy Start
Getting married is a special, exciting, and busy time that most women dream of from the time they are little girls. But there is more to getting married than flowers, dresses, and saying "I do." Before you marry the love of your life, you should have a few health checks to make sure that you are in tiptop shape health wise.

Do You Need A Hysterectomy?

Do You Need A Hysterectomy?

Has your doctor told you that you need to have a hysterectomy? Find out when hysterectomy is medically necessary, and when hysterectomy is optional.

Permanent Sterilization Options For Women and Men

Tuesday April 7, 2009

Permanent sterilization is an option for both women and men who do not want children. Tubal ligation permanently ends a woman's chance of becoming pregnant by a simple, usually, outpatient procedure called tubal ligation. On the other hand, men who do not want children can opt for a simple in-office procedure called vasectomy. If you're in a traditional male/female relationship, you'll want to know about both procedures before you decide which of you will undergo permanent sterilization.

Top Tips For Healthy Manicures

Wednesday March 25, 2009

Do you regularly visit the nail salon? Did you know that cracks or broken skin around the fingernails can be an entrance point for HIV / AIDS? While the majority of nail salons follow their states' rules and regulations for sanitary manicures, there are some nail salons that don't. You can be sure that your manicure is healthy by following a few simple.

Children's Health

Children's Health

Your child's health includes physical, mental and social well-being. Most parents know the basics of keeping children healthy, like offering them healthy foods, making sure they get enough sleep and exercise and insuring their safety.

It is also important for children to get regular checkups with their health care provider. These visits are a chance to check your child's development. They are also a good time to catch or prevent problems.

Other than checkups, school-age children should be seen for

* Significant weight gain or loss
* Sleep problems or change in behavior
* Fever higher than 102
* Rashes or skin infections
* Frequent sore throats
* Breathing problems

TOP 10 causes for Veginal Bleeding after SEX

TOP 10 causes for Veginal Bleeding after SEX


1# Cervical dysplasia: Cervical dysplasia is precancerous changes of the epithelial cells that line the cervix. Risk increases with multiple sexual partners, sex before age 18, childbirth before age 16, or a past history of STDs. Treatment is usually cryosurgery or conisation.

2# Chlamydia: A bacterial infection that is usually transmitted through sexual activity or contact with semen, vaginal fluid, or blood.

3# Gonorrhea: A usually sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacteria. Several pharmaceutical treatments are available.

4# Vaginitis or Cervicitis: Inflammation or swelling and infection of the vagina or cervix. Treatment depends on the cause.

5# Cervical polyps: Cervical polyps are smooth, red or purple, finger-like growths that grow out of the mucus layer of the cervix or the cervical canal. Cervical polyps are extremely fragile, extending out of the cervix, and easily and painlessly removed.

6# Trichomoniasis: A usually sexually transmitted disease caused by protozoan. Can also be passed to newborns during vaginal birth by infected mothers. Although rare, transmission is also possible in tap water, hot tubs, urine, on toilet seats, and in swimming pools. May cause vaginitis.

7# Vaginal Yeast Infection: An overgrowth of the normal fungi that inhabits the vaginal area. Common symptoms include itching, burning, and an odorless, white, cheese-like discharge.

8# Endometritis or adenomyosis: Endometritis is defined by Dorland's Medical Dictionary, 27th Edition as an inflammation of the endometrium (the innermost layer of the uterus). Both conditions are associated with endometriosis. Adenomysis is when endometrial tissue attaches itself to the uterus, or another organ such as the ovaries, and grows outside of the uterus.

9# Uterine polyps: Uterine polyps occur when the endometrium overgrows causing these protrusions into the uterus. It is extremely rare for these growths to grow in a way that is either benign or malignant. Women with uterine polyps frequently experience bleeding between periods (metrorrhagia), other symptoms includes vaginal bleeding after sex, spotting, menorrhagia, bleeding after menopause, and breakthrough bleeding during hormone therapy. Hysteroscopic-guided curettage is the preferred treatment, since the normal D&C is basically an unguided procedure that may miss many of the uterine polyps.

10# Fibroid tumors: Uterine fibroid tumors are usually benign tumors. They are solid masses made of fibrous tissue. Fibroid tumors are rarely malignant. Symptoms of fibroid tumors vary among women, with some women never experiencing any symptoms at all. Women who can wait until menopause will see their fibroids shrink and disappear once their bodies stop producing estrogen. It's important that women with fibroids make sure they never take estrogen, in any form including birth control pills, since estrogen increases fibroid growth. Several treatments are currently available for uterine fibroid tumors from myomectomy and uterine artery embolization to the traditional hysterectomy.

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Being a Healthy Man

Being a Healthy Man

Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is a growth of one of the major sex glands of men. The prostate itself is roughly the size of walnut and is located slightly behind the urinary bladder. A tumor in the prostate can impede correct bladder control and typical sexual functioning. Problems involving urinating typically are prostate cancer's initial symptom.

Heart Disease

Atherosclerosis typically causes heart disease. This is the amassing of fatty substances such as cholesterol, on the arteries' inner wall. This attracts calcium, stringy tissue and blood elements. These substances harden into plaques that block arteries. Other factors can also cause some heart disease cases.

High Blood Pressure

Hypertension, or high blood pressure is another major health issue for men. Blood pressure readings are typically given as two figures. The first figure is your systolic pressure, which is established when your heart beats. A high systolic pressure constantly exceeds 140. The second figure is the diastolic pressure, which is the pressure within blood vessels while the heart is inactive. A high diastolic pressure constantly exceeds 90. Numerous factors can influence blood pressure, such as the levels of various hormones in the body; your kidneys', blood vessels' or nervous system's state; and the amount of salt and water in your body.

Lung Disease

Lung disease kills the third highest number of Americans. Lung disease symptoms include wheezing; cyanosis (blue or purple skin); chest pain; breathing failure; swelling; a constant or worsening cough; and hemoptysis (coughing up blood).

Obesity

An obese person is defined as person with a body mass index that is greater than 30. Men's obesity typically collects near the upper body. Researchers are currently analyzing data indicating that obesity could be more detrimental for men, than for women. Obese men seem to have less endurance and more problems managing carbohydrates, than obese women.

Health Tips for Men

To remain healthy, men should take the following steps:

* Receive recommended screening exams (i.e. cholesterol, diabetes, blood pressure, depression, obesity, cancer)
* Take preventative medications as needed
* Stay physically active
* Eat healthy foods
* Abstain from tobacco smoking
* Remain at a healthy wait

Men's health issues are important not only to men, but also to those who love them.

Healthy lifestyle practices
The best way to stay healthy is to prevent problems before they occur. Learn some basics about healthy lifestyle choices.

* Tobacco use: If you smoke, get help with quitting. Do your best to limit your exposure to secondhand smoke.
* Exercise: Get 30 minutes or more of moderate exercise on most days.
* Nutrition: Nourish your mind and body with a healthy diet. Choose foods that are low in fat, eat five or more servings of fruits and vegetables per day, and consider portion sizes.
* Safety: Use seat belts, bicycle helmets, and smoke detectors to protect against accidents and injuries. Make sure to store firearms properly.
* Alcohol: If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation. Don't drink and drive.
* Safer sex: Avoid high-risk sexual behavior.
* Preventive care: Stay up-to-date with your immunizations and screening tests.

HEALTH MAN
My male clientele is very small. Why??. I get very few male clients, most have cancer and prostate problems, sometimes I get mothers concerned for the welfare of their sons, bringing them to see me almost dragging them, why is that??. Males seldom seek help, they usually keep their problems to themselves.

We are to proud, macho, invincible, we are reluctant to appear vulnerable, or weak.

Males are brought up in an unrealistic environment. We are led to believe that strength is good and emotions are not part of the male species. We are supposed to be successful at everything and failure or weakness are not allowed. Since we were little we played with guns, were soldiers, cowboys, or monsters. In school we continue to be macho and play rough games, and are not allowed to show our emotions. To be honest I don't know at what age most of us imbedded these beliefs that will be with us for the rest of our lives.

The pressures that are created for the male start at a very early age. Playing at home with siblings or friends, then at school, our male world continues to develop until we arrive

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Women's Program

WOMENS PROGRAMS
Women and Men benefit equally from most of the Chinese Tonic herbs. Yet women and men are not the same and require a different balance of the herbs, and in some cases entirely different herbs. Herbs have been used since the dawn of civilization to help regulate functions that are distinctly female, such as menstrual, hormonal and fertility issues. Certain herbs were discovered long before humans wrote books and have been used ever since. Dang Gui (Tang Kwei), Ligusticum, Peony root and others have been used billions of times to successfully aid in optimizing female functions, allowing a woman to flourish.

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Jarita

Jarita is actually a traditional medicinal herbal formula. It is made from the most rapid acting pharmaceutical quality herbs, found largely in the tropical rain forest, specially in the Malay island of the peninsular. The composition of this wonderful medicinal herbal formula has been perfected and skillfully blended using modern technology with newly discovered ingredients to ensure high quality and for ladies to demonstrate their full potential.

This well kept secret formula of this herbal mixture is very well known amongst the Madurese Malay women in keeping decades of harmonious husband and wife relationship and had drawn significant studies and is followed by many women from other parts of the region.

Men Harbor Secret Homosexual Desires

Do Homophobic Men Harbor Secret Homosexual Desires?

Jesse Bering has written a thought provoking article for the magazine, January 30, 2009 issue of the magazine, Scientific American Mind. In it he cites two pieces of empirical research that support the notion of homophobic young men harbor secret homosexual impulses. Both research studies were published in the distinguished publication, Journal of Abnormal Psychology. The first study was done in 1006 by Henry Adams and his team at the University of Georgia. Complete descriptions of the works can be found on Scientific American Mind but you may have to pay for the article or buy the magazine.

woman's sex herbs

herbs that aid a woman's sex drive and hormonal balance

If the summer sun is the only thing heating up your bedroom, nature can help you fan the flames of desire. Loss of libido affects women of all ages and walks of life. In fact, 43 percent of American women complain about sexual problems, including low libido, according to a 1999 article in The Journal of the American Medical Association.

Because a healthy libido depends on physical and mental factors, any number of causes can affect its function. Practitioners of both conventional and alternative medicine admit their knowledge of sexual longing is far from complete. "There are mysteries here," says Chris Kilham, an herbal researcher from Lincoln, Mass.

he most common culprits for passion plummets are stress, medications, life changes, menopause and poor physical or emotional health. Judith Weinstock, M.D., an ob/gyn in Brooklyn, N.Y., says no less than half of her patients over age 45 report a loss of libido. Many of those patients, Weinstock says, are experiencing menopausal symptoms. And what happens to women's bodies during menopause is no medical mystery: There's a natural decrease in testosterone, the "desire" hormone, and estrogen, which helps women produce lubrication.

HERBS

Herb             Function

Chaste berry     Has an estrogenic effect
(Vitex agnus     that relieves discomforts
castus)          accompanying menopause

Fennel           Contains an estrogen-like substance
(Foeniculum      (estriol) that boosts libido;
vulgare)         alleviates bloating and other
                PMS-related symptoms

Fenugreek        Has an estrogenic effect,
(Trigonella      boosting libido; also minimizes
foenum-          vaginal dryness
graecum)

Hawthorn         Improves circulation to the
(Crataegus       extremities, including genitalia;
laevigata)       also promotes movement
                of hormones in blood

Oat straw        Reduces vaginal dryness and
(Arena sativa)   soothes the nervous system

Herb             Dosage(*)

Chaste berry     Tincture: 15-40 drops daily
(Vitex agnus     Capsules: Up to 3 (650 mg.) capsules daily
castus)          Tea: Steep 1 tsp. dried, ground berries in
                1 cup hot water for 10-15 minutes

Fennel           Tincture: 30 - 50 drops in water up to 4x/day;
(Foeniculum      for maximum effect, take for 4 - 6 weeks,
vulgare)         Capsules: Up to 3 (400-500 mg.) capsules
                per day for 4 - 6 weeks; repeat if necessary

Fenugreek        Capsules: Take 1 (600-700 mg.) capsule
(Trigonella      2-3x/day for 4-6 weeks
foenum-          Seeds: 1 1/2 tsp. daily, chew a few at a time;
graecum)         for maximum effect, take for 4-6 weeks

Hawthorn         Tea: Steep 1 tsp. dried blossoms in 1 cup
(Crataegus       hot water for 5 minutes; drink 1 cup twice
laevigata)       weekly and when in the mood for love

Oat straw        Tincture: 25 drops, 3x/day
(Arena sativa)   Tea: Steep 1 oz. dried tops in 1 quart boiling
                water for 2 hours; drink 1 -2 cups daily

Herb             Comments

Chaste berry     Avoid if pregnant, if undergoing
(Vitex agnus     hormone-replacement therapy or
castus)          taking birth control pills.

Fennel           Not recommended for people with liver
(Foeniculum      problems or for pregnant women.
vulgare)         Although rare, skin allergies and respiratory
                tract reactions have been reported.

Fenugreek        Avoid during pregnancy because
(Trigonella      this herb can stimulate uterine
foenum-          contractions.
graecum)

Hawthorn         No known side effects.
(Crataegus
laevigata)

Oat straw        No known side effects. Take for 4-6
(Arena sativa)   weeks to relieve acute problems;
                use long-term to maintain libido.

Sex Herbs for Women

What is MacaActive?

MacaActive is a vegetable root or tuber, related to the potato family, which grows in the high Andean plateaus of Peru at altitudes as high as 14,500 feet above sea level. MacaActive nourishes hormonal glands helping men and women with natural production of estrogen, progesterone and testosterone hormones.

Men's Health

Men's Health

While the life-expectancy gap between men and women has decreased, it's no secret that men still need to pay more attention to their bodies. Several things work against men. They tend to smoke and drink more than women. They don't seek medical help as often as women. Some men define themselves by their work, which can add to stress.

There are also health conditions that only affect men, such as prostate cancer and low testosterone. Many of the major health risks that men face – like colon cancer or heart disease - can be prevented and treated with early diagnosis. Screening tests can find diseases early, when they are easier to treat. It's important to have regular checkups and screenings.

Womens Health

Womens HealthMost of the health problems that are specific to women can be traced to our endless cycle of hormones. Some of us ride natural hormonal changes like crests of a wave, while others feel more as though they are being pulled into the undertow! If you fall into the latter group, keep in mind that you have plenty of company. In fact, estrogen, the name for the primary female hormone, comes from the Latin word oestrus, which means "frenzy" in English.

For those of you whose hormonal cycles drive you into a frenzy, I have good news: Almost every woman I know who has tried herbs and supportive nutrition gets some relief. And though natural remedies may involve some trial and error to discover which herbal formula works best for you, finding the right combination will help you move gracefully through most health problems specific to women, from monthly cycles to menopause. You must be patient, though—it may take a while before you begin to see real improvement.

Before plunging into an herbal healing program, you need to determine what is wrong. Your gynecologist or a health care clinic can help you do this. You may even have a local clinic that specializes in female problems. If you discover that yours is a serious disorder, be sure to work on the treatment with a professional health care practitioner.

Female hormones are indispensable—they help maintain physical and emotional well-being, as well as physical endurance and sex drive. If you alter their delicate balance, your body will let you know in a variety of ways. At times, hormonal problems can seem very complicated, since an increase in production of one hormone can lead to a decrease in others. This can place you on a hormonal seesaw! To make it even more puzzling, your hormone levels fluctuate throughout the month and even throughout the day.

Fortunately, herbs can help still the seesaw. While herbs do not contain the hormones found in our bodies, some of them do contain substances that influence our hormonal activity. How they do this is not completely understood—in fact, there is much that medical science still has to learn about hormones—but we do know thatherbs sometimes mimic, activate or block natural hormonal activity. And some herbs make your body more or less sensitive to its own hormones.

Herbs for Women by Gail Faith Edwards

This article will introduce you to a number of time-tested, safe and effective herbs for women's health. You will find in-depth information, gleaned over many years, and from many sources, on each of the herbs listed.

For your convenience and ease in navigating our site, we have placed a link, or several links, at the bottom of each herb description that will bring you directly to that specific herb, as it is offered here, or products we make containing that herb. My prayer is that you find some herbal wisdom here, and perhaps an herbal remedy, that will assist you on the road to health and wholeness.

As women we face unique health issues. From puberty through menopause we deal with hormonal fluctuations, monthly menses, ovulation, pregnancy, and lactation. We may suffer from pre menstrual, or menopausal tensions, including irritability, mood swings, bloating, breast tenderness, uterine discomfort, headache, nausea, insomnia and general malaise. Some of us deal with uterine fibroids, breast and ovarian cysts, yeast infections, cervical dysplasia, vaginal dryness, and incontinence.

Breast cancer is a devastating illness striking women often in the prime of life. As many as 44,000 women die from breast cancer each year. Many more suffer the effects of disfiguring surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, not to mention damage to self image and sexuality, or the constant fear of a recurrence, and even worse, a painful death.

As we age we are warned to guard against osteoporosis, or thinning and weakening of our bones. Our risk of heart disease climbs rapidly. As many as 36 per cent of American women, or about 375,000, die from heart disease each year. In addition, coronary risk factors such as obesity, diabetes and hypertension are all on the rise among women.

Estrogen therapy has been considered as cardiovascular protection for women, but recent clinical trials have cast doubt on its efficacy in doing so. In fact, some data suggests that estrogen, as well as progesterone, therapies may have the opposite, or deleterious effect. What a dilemma! What are we women to do?

We know that our birthright is surely good health; hale hearts, strong bones, strength and vitality. What we need are some tried and true, safe and simple ways to nourish ourselves, ease our daily discomforts as well as help guard against, and therefore prevent, serious, life threatening disease. As an herbalist, and as a women, I’d like to share with you some of the herbs I have found to be invaluable on my personal journey toward health and well being.

Let’s begin with Angelica, called Herb of Angels, and one of my favorite herbs for women.

The roots and leaves of European angelica (Angelica archangelica) and dong gui (A. sinensis), its Asian cousin, are warming, strengthening, and energizing to the reproductive organs, as well as the digestive, circulatory, and endocrine systems. Angelica is a mighty medicine with many nourishing, restorative and revitalizing gifts. In China, dong gui is regarded as a supreme female tonic. For thousands of years, healers around the world have used these herbs to regulate menstruation , relieve cramping and menopausal distress, promote healthy blood circulation, balance hormones, and generally ease the journey through the childbearing and menopausal years. Women who integrate angelica/dong gui into their weekly self nourishment program often experience side effects which include, but are not limited to, increased sexual pleasure and libido, the alleviation of constipation, a rosy complexion, and sound sleep. Both angelicas offer abundant minerals and vitamins. They are brimming with antioxidants, including rich stores of vitamins A, B, (especially B12), and E. Those B vitamins, in combination with abundant niacin, magnesium and calcium, help strengthen the nerves, relieving tension and promoting sleep. And all that vitamin E helps to keep skin, internal organs and tissues, especially those of the bladder and vagina, well lubricated, moist and flexible. The angelica’s high iron content nourishes and builds blood, prevents anemia and increases vital energy. Generous supplies of phytosterols (hormonal precursors found in plants), glycocides, saponins, and flavonoids support the body’s production of all important hormones, stabilizing emotional swings, and easing hot flashes, irritability, and hormone related headaches. Both these herbs are also rich in coumarin derivatives which promote antispasmodic and vasodilatory effects, and therefore are useful in relieving muscle tension and painful menstrual cramps. Coumarins are nourishing to the heart and circulatory system. They lower blood pressure and thin the blood, thus reducing risk of stroke. Women use angelicas to regulate menstrution after coming off The Pill, to relieve symptoms of premenstrual discomfort and to help stabilize blood sugar levels. The angelicas also contain limonene, which detoxify carcinogens and disrupt the growth of cancerous changes within the cells.

Angelica tincture

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Apple (Malus communis) Remember the old adage that an apple a day keeps the doctor away? Believe it! Apples are magnificent health builders, rich in magnesium, iron, potassium, carbohydrates, vitamins C, B and B2. Apples are rich in oxygen carrying atoms, act as purifiers, cleansers, and vitalizers and are stimulating to the heart, brain and nerves. Apples help keep your cholesterol levels down and help guard against heart disease, stroke and cancer. According to a study published by the National Cancer Institute, pectin binds with certain cancer causing compounds in the colon, speeding their elimination from the body. Recent research indicates that apple cider and honey can dramatically improve cancer cure rates. In one study 387 men and women undergoing chemotherapy for a variety of cancers took daily doses of apple cider and honey (one to one ratio) and had twice the remission rates of patients who had chemotherapy alone. Drinking a glass of water with a tablespoon of honey and one of apple cider has been suggested to enhance longevity and relieve fatigue. This same combination speeds up metabolism and suppresses the appetite, thus assisting in a weight loss program and helping to guard against obesity. Chinese physicians use apples to treat diabetes, and modern Western medicine supports this use. Several studies have indicated apple pectin helps control blood sugar levels, and daily consumption may act as a balancing tonic for those with hypoglycemia or diabetes.

Herbs for Women by Gail Faith Edwards

This article will introduce you to a number of time-tested, safe and effective herbs for women's health. You will find in-depth information, gleaned over many years, and from many sources, on each of the herbs listed.

For your convenience and ease in navigating our site, we have placed a link, or several links, at the bottom of each herb description that will bring you directly to that specific herb, as it is offered here, or products we make containing that herb. My prayer is that you find some herbal wisdom here, and perhaps an herbal remedy, that will assist you on the road to health and wholeness.

As women we face unique health issues. From puberty through menopause we deal with hormonal fluctuations, monthly menses, ovulation, pregnancy, and lactation. We may suffer from pre menstrual, or menopausal tensions, including irritability, mood swings, bloating, breast tenderness, uterine discomfort, headache, nausea, insomnia and general malaise. Some of us deal with uterine fibroids, breast and ovarian cysts, yeast infections, cervical dysplasia, vaginal dryness, and incontinence.

Breast cancer is a devastating illness striking women often in the prime of life. As many as 44,000 women die from breast cancer each year. Many more suffer the effects of disfiguring surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, not to mention damage to self image and sexuality, or the constant fear of a recurrence, and even worse, a painful death.

As we age we are warned to guard against osteoporosis, or thinning and weakening of our bones. Our risk of heart disease climbs rapidly. As many as 36 per cent of American women, or about 375,000, die from heart disease each year. In addition, coronary risk factors such as obesity, diabetes and hypertension are all on the rise among women.

Estrogen therapy has been considered as cardiovascular protection for women, but recent clinical trials have cast doubt on its efficacy in doing so. In fact, some data suggests that estrogen, as well as progesterone, therapies may have the opposite, or deleterious effect. What a dilemma! What are we women to do?

We know that our birthright is surely good health; hale hearts, strong bones, strength and vitality. What we need are some tried and true, safe and simple ways to nourish ourselves, ease our daily discomforts as well as help guard against, and therefore prevent, serious, life threatening disease. As an herbalist, and as a women, I’d like to share with you some of the herbs I have found to be invaluable on my personal journey toward health and well being.

Let’s begin with Angelica, called Herb of Angels, and one of my favorite herbs for women.

The roots and leaves of European angelica (Angelica archangelica) and dong gui (A. sinensis), its Asian cousin, are warming, strengthening, and energizing to the reproductive organs, as well as the digestive, circulatory, and endocrine systems. Angelica is a mighty medicine with many nourishing, restorative and revitalizing gifts. In China, dong gui is regarded as a supreme female tonic. For thousands of years, healers around the world have used these herbs to regulate menstruation , relieve cramping and menopausal distress, promote healthy blood circulation, balance hormones, and generally ease the journey through the childbearing and menopausal years. Women who integrate angelica/dong gui into their weekly self nourishment program often experience side effects which include, but are not limited to, increased sexual pleasure and libido, the alleviation of constipation, a rosy complexion, and sound sleep. Both angelicas offer abundant minerals and vitamins. They are brimming with antioxidants, including rich stores of vitamins A, B, (especially B12), and E. Those B vitamins, in combination with abundant niacin, magnesium and calcium, help strengthen the nerves, relieving tension and promoting sleep. And all that vitamin E helps to keep skin, internal organs and tissues, especially those of the bladder and vagina, well lubricated, moist and flexible. The angelica’s high iron content nourishes and builds blood, prevents anemia and increases vital energy. Generous supplies of phytosterols (hormonal precursors found in plants), glycocides, saponins, and flavonoids support the body’s production of all important hormones, stabilizing emotional swings, and easing hot flashes, irritability, and hormone related headaches. Both these herbs are also rich in coumarin derivatives which promote antispasmodic and vasodilatory effects, and therefore are useful in relieving muscle tension and painful menstrual cramps. Coumarins are nourishing to the heart and circulatory system. They lower blood pressure and thin the blood, thus reducing risk of stroke. Women use angelicas to regulate menstrution after coming off The Pill, to relieve symptoms of premenstrual discomfort and to help stabilize blood sugar levels. The angelicas also contain limonene, which detoxify carcinogens and disrupt the growth of cancerous changes within the cells.

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Apple (Malus communis) Remember the old adage that an apple a day keeps the doctor away? Believe it! Apples are magnificent health builders, rich in magnesium, iron, potassium, carbohydrates, vitamins C, B and B2. Apples are rich in oxygen carrying atoms, act as purifiers, cleansers, and vitalizers and are stimulating to the heart, brain and nerves. Apples help keep your cholesterol levels down and help guard against heart disease, stroke and cancer. According to a study published by the National Cancer Institute, pectin binds with certain cancer causing compounds in the colon, speeding their elimination from the body. Recent research indicates that apple cider and honey can dramatically improve cancer cure rates. In one study 387 men and women undergoing chemotherapy for a variety of cancers took daily doses of apple cider and honey (one to one ratio) and had twice the remission rates of patients who had chemotherapy alone. Drinking a glass of water with a tablespoon of honey and one of apple cider has been suggested to enhance longevity and relieve fatigue. This same combination speeds up metabolism and suppresses the appetite, thus assisting in a weight loss program and helping to guard against obesity. Chinese physicians use apples to treat diabetes, and modern Western medicine supports this use. Several studies have indicated apple pectin helps control blood sugar levels, and daily consumption may act as a balancing tonic for those with hypoglycemia or diabetes.

Throughout history, women have handed down information from mother to daughter on how herbs can remedy some of the common maladies of life. Women, like the moon, change in cycles. Through menarche (the first menses), menstrual cycles, pregnancy, nursing, and menopause, herbs have been a common denominator for the wise woman and those she comforts.

Plants are sometimes referred to as being phytoestrogenic or phytoprogesteronic. This is because some plants have molecular structures similar to the hormones estrogen (phytoestrogenic) and progesterone (phytoprogesteronic). They can occupy the receptor sites in the body that would normally be taken up by these hormones. Plants can therefore, in some cases, both increase or decrease hormonal levels in the body.

Black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. The root or rhizome is used medicinally and works as both a smooth muscle and nerve relaxant. Black cohosh is a phytoestrogen, which means it has mild, estrogen-like properties. It is also anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, astringent (contracts tissue), diuretic, emmenagogic (promotes menstrual flow), and a vasodilator (widens blood vessels).

Black cohosh soothes irritated and congested uterine, cervix, and vaginal tissues. It helps relieve hot flashes, headaches, and edema, and helps prevent organ prolapse—the “falling” of an organ from its true position.

Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale), a member of the Asteraceae family, improves liver function by stimulating bile production and lowering blood triglycerides (a type of fat). It is the liver that helps the body break down excess hormones, and for this reason dandelion can help a wide range of menstrual and menopausal concerns, and even breast tenderness.

Dandelion leaf is an excellent diuretic and can help alleviate fluid retention associated with PMS (premenstrual syndrome), yet the herb is rich in potassium so it does not present the depleting effects that chemical diuretics have. Both dandelion leaf and root can help prevent weight gain associated with water retention and the inability to metabolize fat.

Dong quai (Angelica sinensis) root is a member of the Apiaceae family. It contains vitamin E, and, among its many health benefits, it is an alterative (blood purifier), anticoagulant, antispasmodic, blood tonic, emmenagogue, muscle relaxant, and nervine.

Dong quai helps regulate the menstrual cycle, build the blood, ease cramping, and smooth emotional turbulence. Like black cohosh, it helps regulate estrogenic activity.

Dong quai has been used for thousands of years in China to regulate the menstrual cycle, for amenorrhea, and for dysmenorrhea. When women stop taking birth control pills, dong quai can be used to reestablish normal menstrual cycles.

During menopause, dong quai can relieve hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Dong quai is helpful in increasing vaginal lubrication and strengthening the bladder and vaginal walls. It can be used to calm insomnia related to the change of life, and, by stabilizing blood sugar levels, dong quai can help support calmer moods.

Dong quai should be avoided during pregnancy and during menstruation in women who bleed excessively. Though it can help relieve hot flashes, it is not suited for women who feel hot all the time, because of its own warming qualities.

Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is a member of the Fabaceae family. It is considered phytoestrogenic. It helps improve adrenal function and keeps blood sugar levels more stable so moods are normalized. It can help promote normal ovulation and inhibits prostaglandin E2 production, which can cause cramping and moodiness. Licorice is anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and an energy tonic. Large doses should be avoided during pregnancy.

Raspberry leaf (Rubus species) is a member of the Rosaceae family. The leaves are rich in the important minerals calcium, magnesium, and iron.

Raspberry leaves have been regarded as a universal herb for women. They have been introduced to young girls beginning their menses as a welcome ritual to help them through their changes. Raspberry leaves can help alleviate menstrual cramps, reduce erratic food cravings, and curb excessive bleeding.

Raspberry leaf tea has long been used to increase fertility. Pregnant women in China, Europe, and North and South America have all used this herb as a tea for a wide range of female health concerns. Even pregnant cats have been known to seek out the leaves and eat them!

When used during pregnancy, raspberry leaves help to relieve morning sickness, prevent spotting, and improve blood quality thus preventing anemia.

Besides being consumed regularly during pregnancy, women often drink raspberry tea during labor. This is because raspberry leaves contain an alkaloid called fragarine, which is said to make labor easier due to its effectiveness as a tonic for the pelvic muscles and uterus.

When taken after birthing, raspberry tea facilitates placental delivery, helps decrease uterine swelling, and helps prevent postpartum bleeding. Drinking raspberry tea until the time of birthing is so nutritious, it helps to ensure that the colostrum (the first breast milk) will be especially rich. However, it is not used excessively during lactation due to its astringent properties that can decrease milk supply.

When menopausal women use raspberry leaf, it helps promote healthy uterine tone and minimize hot flashes.

Henry Box, an English Quaker herbalist, said, “A tea made from red raspberry leaves is the best gift God gave to women.” Now, that might be exaggerating things a bit, but it does show great appreciation for such a versatile herb.

Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) is part of the Araliaceae family. The root and root bark are excellent adaptogens to help the body acclimate to stress and improve mental alertness and physical endurance.

Vitex berry (Vitex agnus-castus), also known as chaste tree berry, is a member of the Verbenaceae family. Vitex has been mentioned since the writings of Hippocrates. Vitex stimulates the pituitary gland, which is the master gland that regulates sex hormone production and helps to normalize progesterone levels.

Vitex is an herb of choice when needing to regulate an erratic menstrual cycle. It can help both menorrhagia (excessive bleeding) and polymenorrhea (periods that occur too frequently), as well as amenorrhea and spotting between cycles. It can also help women establish more regular cycles after they stop taking birth control pills.

Vitex is also used for problems associated with the menstrual cycle. These include premenstrual tension, premenstrual acne, breast tenderness, constipation, fluid retention, insomnia, herpes, and migraines. It can even help with some of the psychological difficulties, such as sweets cravings, anxiety, depression, and irritability.

Vitex is believed to work by stimulating luteinizing hormonal production and inhibiting follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which results in an elevated progesterone level and a more balanced estrogen level.

Vitex improves milk production in nursing mothers. Best results are obtained when women use vitex for the first ten days after birthing. It has been found to balance prolactin (the hormone associated with milk production) levels. Interestingly, it can also help decrease prolactin in nonnursing women who are having abnormal menses. It can help reduce pain and lumps in the breast. Vitex has been found to be helpful in fibroid cysts that occur in the smooth muscle.

Wild yam root (Dioscorea villosa) is a member of the Dioscoreaceae family. Wild yam improves liver and kidney function and can lessen dysmenorrhea and ovarian pain. It is anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, diuretic, and nutritive, and a cholagogue (improves liver function). Wild yam contains diosgenin, which is a precursor to progesterone and was once used to make birth control pills. Today wild yam, valued as an herb, is useful for dysmenorrhea, infertility, menopause, menstrual cramps, ovarian pain, and threatened miscarriage.

Soy products, which are eaten widely in the Far East, are hypothesized to play a role in this region’s lower rates of cancers and heart disease and menopausal symptoms. Soy products such as beans, tempeh, tofu, soy milk, and miso contain isoflavones, an antioxidant which can reduce hot flashes and help inhibit tumor growth and cancer. Soy isoflavones also are a source of dietary phytoestrogens and have demonstrated the ability to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, also known as the more harmful type of cholesterol.

Eating a cup of soybeans daily is ideal, but for those who find this hard to swallow, there are now tablets available that contain isoflavones.

Any herbal protocol is best continued for at least six menstrual cycles, and in most cases can be continued long after that.

Herbs are beautiful allies for women to use throughout their lives. They are nourishing, comforting, and time-tested for thousands of years by millions of women. These herbs are genuine friends from the garden. Get to know them.

Brigitte Mars is an herbalist and nutritional consultant. She has been working with natural medicine for more than 30 years. She is the formulator or UniTea Herbs, and the author of Elder; Herbs for Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails (Keats Publishing, Inc.); and The Herbal Pharmacy, a CD-ROM.

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female Herbs & Vitamins for Women's Health

	Female Herbs & Vitamins for Women's Health Femhealth offers female herbs for energy, menopause, PMS, migraines and HRT alternatives for women's health. We specialize in herbal formulas and vitamins for women. We also carry many weight loss formulas. Our WonderZyme , Siberian Ginseng, DHEA and Her Vitamins help to increase energy and fight fatigue. We have a new section on women's fertility with information on female herbs, vitamins and supplements to aid conception. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is now widely recognized as a medical condition that affects some women of childbearing age in many ways. Premenstrual Syndrome is related to menstrual hormones and can present itself with physical and psychological symptoms. There are over 150 symptoms associated with PMS and the number and type of symptoms suffered varies from person to person. The severity of the symptoms can also vary each month. Among the most commonly experienced are: bloating, headaches, irritability, weight gain, skin problems, mood swings & depression, aggression, fatigue, breast tenderness, poor concentration, and tearfulness. Other symptoms include tension, anger, anxiety, panic attacks, mental confusion, sinus problems, asthma, epilepsy, styes, acne, alcohol abuse, craving for sweet things, binge eating and backache. No woman experiences all of these symptoms at the same time. Chaste Tree is probably the most important herb in relation to helping PMS. It has been widely studied in relation to PMS and has shown to be extremely helpful in re-establishing a normal balance of hormones. Chastetree works on the pituitary gland and has a balancing effect on the hormones especially in the second half of the cycle which is why it is such an important herb for PMS symptoms.

The Top Herbs for Insomnia Relief

Insomnia is a wide-spread problem in our society. With our increasingly hectic schedules and a disappearing divide between work and home, it is often difficult for our bodies to know when to wind down. Stress and anxiety from a hectic day can often keep a person from getting the rest needed to face another day.

If you’re having trouble sleeping at night, you might consider trying some herbs for insomnia relief. Herbal sleep aids have been around for centuries and do not have the side effects often associated with over-the-counter sleep aids.

• Lavender: You might notice that lavender is a very popular addition to baby bath soap. That’s because lavender has calming qualities. It helps to ease the mind and induce a sense of calm. If you’re suffering from insomnia due to stress and anxiety, lavender may work to calm your mind at night. It comes in many forms. You can buy a sachet (small packet) and place it under your pillow. You can spray lavender essential oil in the room as part of a insomnia preventative bedtime routine. It’s also available in bath oils, linen sprays and fabric softeners.
  




• Valerian: This is actually the root of a perennial flower valerian. It is used by herbalists because it is said to work well with other herbs to induce sleep such as passion flower.
  

Top Herbs to Promote Sweat and Relieve Toxins

Listed below are some top herbs that can induce sweat and relieve toxins:

• Diaphoretic Property of Angelica: Angelica, also known as Dong Quai in Chinese is considered as a powerful diaphoretic herb. It is suggested angelica can cause capillary and blood vessel dilation in our skin. This can lower blood pressure and induce sweating, thereby removing toxins from our body.
• Diaphoretic Property of Cayenne Pepper: Experts recommend cayenne pepper as a natural source of capsaicin. It is suggested that the presence of capsaicin in cayenne can ‘generate heat’ in the body and promote sweating. Sweat production can help in removing toxins such as uric acid, bile, sebum, fats, etc from the body.
• Diaphoretic Property of Elder: The presence of flavonoids and viburnic acid in borage is considered to be responsible for its diaphoretic property. This property in elder can promote sweating by stimulating the sweat glands and remove toxins from the body.
• Diaphoretic Property of Elecampane: It is believed that the phytochemicals, known as inulin, in elecampane may help in reducing blood pressure. This might promote sweating and removing toxins from the body.
• Diaphoretic Property of Garlic: It is suggested that garlic can stimulate the activity of sweat glands. This can promote sweating and remove toxins from the body.

Finally, before taking herbs as medicines you may want to consult your physician. This can help you avoid possible side effects.

Bangalala & Love Reed - Herbal Blend!

Bangalala & Love Reed - Herbal Blend!
Due to popular demand we bring you this exclusive herbal blend containing Bangalala and Love Reed.

Bangalala, also known as 'African Viagra', is prescribed as an aphrodisiac, notably to enhance male potency.
The Bangalala root has a reputation of being a powerful sexual tonic.
It has been used for centuries by African men for sexual energy and potency.

Head for the marshes to find the 'Love Reed'.
Typha capensis is this bulrush's botanical name and it grows in wetlands throughout South Africa.
A libido lifter, the bulrush's rhizomes are its potent part.
The Love Reed is a male sexual tonic that also improves the circulation.
A decoction of the rhizomes are used to enhance libido and male sexual potency.
It has been documented that sexual behavior and erection are dependent on an androgen, and there are indications that the phytosteroids in Typha capensis are metabolised to androgen.
"Its efficacy probably has something to do with the fact that it appears to improve circulation, opening the veins and increasing blood circulation," says Ben-Erik van Wyk, a medicinal plant specialist and the professor of botany at the University of Johannesburg.

Directions for use :
Place one heaped teaspoon into a cup.
Add enough boiling water to fill half of the cup.
Allow the water in the cup to cool while stirring occasionally.
Strain and add the mixture to a glass of milk or yoghurt.

It is only a matter of time before science gets round to examining what the traditional healers have sworn by for centuries. Be that as it may, whatever science may discover, in all probability it will not alter our behavior. Whenever have human beings sought scientific proof in the name of love?

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Another recent success story :

I take a teaspoon, boil it a few minutes and ad with it some milk and sugar.
I think it tastes very nice.
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I am manic-depressed and I'm on MAO-inhibitors, they make me very apathic and having erection disorders.
But since I'm using this one cup a week my sex drive is back.

I feel more masculine (I think it's boosting testosterone).
I have good self-esteem and I'm more social and people notice my change in behavior, and I'm getting positive feedback on it.
The sex drive is amazing and I feel like a different person.

If you ask me this mixture also has good potential as an anti-depressant. It's a good mood and libido enhancer.

I've been experimenting a bit for herbal remedies instead of pills. The problem is that my pills really help me, but they kill my creativity and make me too apathic.

I never expected such a strong effect within a few days, I'm really grateful.
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Herbs for Men

Herbs for Men

Male Supplements for Health

Herbs for men help treat the specific health needs of the male population. Along with the many therapeutic herbs that promote general health and well-being, there are a number of natural herbs that have been shown to treat particular conditions that affect men as they go through life.

Herbs for Men - Specific Male Issues

Prostate Enlargement & Prostate Cancer

One of the most important issues affecting men is prostate growth and prostate cancer. As we discuss in our Prostate Herbs section, prostate enlargement affects half of the male population by the age of fifty. The condition is known as benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH), which can eventually lead to prostate cancer.

Herbs for Men - Best Prostate Herbs

Saw Palmetto - an herb from a small palm tree native to the Atlantic seaboard, saw palmetto is the most popular and researched prostate herb. Saw palmetto contains beta sitosterol, a powerful compound that interferes with the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Studies show that saw palmetto shrinks enlarged prostates and relieves urinary problems.

Red Clover - a member of the pea family, red clover contains powerful antioxidants that fight off cancerous growths. Red clover inhibits DHT formation, thus inhibiting enlargement of the prostate gland and the symptoms that accompany it.

Other important nutrients for prostate health

In addition to prostate herbs, the following nutrients are important in promoting prostate health.

Zinc - an important mineral for many bodily processes, a zinc deficiency predisposes the prostate gland to infection, which could eventually lead to enlargement.

Vitamin B6 - along with zinc, Vitamin B6 regulates the hormone that converts testosterone to DHT, and helps prevent swelling of the prostate.

Lycopene - this extract from tomatoes contains powerful antioxidants that may be able to reduce BPH inflammation and prevent prostate cancer.

Impotence and Low Male Libido

Impotence is a problem that affects millions of men, and it can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, depression, low hormone levels and alcholism, among others. Herbs for impotence treat the condition in three ways:

1. There are herbs that relax the mind so that it can concentrate on sexual feeling and activity.

2. There are herbs that promote circulation through the body, particularly to the penis.

3. There are herbs that help balance the body's sexual hormone levels.

Herbs for Men - Best Impotence Herbs

Ginkgo Biloba - Gingko improves circulation to the penis as well as acts to alleviate the symptoms of depression which may be a cause of impotence. Gingko also stimulates the mind and helps with concentration.

Gotu Kola - Gotu kola improves circulation as well as enhances mental performance and concentration.

Muira Puama - Muira puama has been shown to increase both male and female sex drive, as well as help maintain erections. Muira puama may also help balance sexual hormone levels.

Tribulus - Tribulus has been shown to help with impotence and infertility, as well as stimulate hormone production.

Other important nutrients for impotence

L-Arginine - this essential amino acid has been shown to increase blood flow to the penis.

Herbs for Men - What are the best herbal male supplements?

Should you take all of these herbs and nutrients separately or together in one comprehensive formula?

We recommend that you take these nutrients together if possible for many reasons:

1. Taking each herb, vitamin and mineral separately could prove very costly as you would have to buy many different supplements.

2. Mixing and matching nutrients on your own could be dangerous to your health.

3. Many herbs and nutrients working together can offer more therapeutic benefits, often better than a single nutrient on its own.

4. All of these nutrients have to be balanced perfectly in order to be optimally effective.

We have found two natural products that contain special herbs for men as well as other nutrients for male health and overall health.

The first product is called Male Rejuvenator and it contains a synergistic balance of herbs for men plus other essential herbs, minerals, vitamins and nutrients for general health and well-being. Male Rejuvenator contains specific ingredients that help maintain and support the prostate, including beta sitosterol, the active ingredient in saw palmetto.

For treating low male energy, we have found a special companion supplement called Natural Energy Formula containing pure bee pollen as well as vitamins, minerals and amino acids that have been shown to improve sexual function and sex drive.

Many of our male editors and visitors have experienced success with Male Rejuvenator. They have used it for its herbs for men as well as its many other therapeutic benefits. Some of them have used this in conjunction with the Natural Energy Formula, and have noticed considerable increases in sex drive and sexual energy.

As with all health supplements, results vary from person to person so be sure to consult your physician or qualified herbal professional before taking any herbs for men or herbal supplements.

Learn about herbs for men and male suppliments and how they can improve your health today.

Herbs for Men

Herbs for Men

Male Supplements for Health

Herbs for men help treat the specific health needs of the male population. Along with the many therapeutic herbs that promote general health and well-being, there are a number of natural herbs that have been shown to treat particular conditions that affect men as they go through life.

Herbs for Men - Specific Male Issues

Prostate Enlargement & Prostate Cancer

One of the most important issues affecting men is prostate growth and prostate cancer. As we discuss in our Prostate Herbs section, prostate enlargement affects half of the male population by the age of fifty. The condition is known as benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH), which can eventually lead to prostate cancer.

Herbs for Men - Best Prostate Herbs

Saw Palmetto - an herb from a small palm tree native to the Atlantic seaboard, saw palmetto is the most popular and researched prostate herb. Saw palmetto contains beta sitosterol, a powerful compound that interferes with the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Studies show that saw palmetto shrinks enlarged prostates and relieves urinary problems.

Red Clover - a member of the pea family, red clover contains powerful antioxidants that fight off cancerous growths. Red clover inhibits DHT formation, thus inhibiting enlargement of the prostate gland and the symptoms that accompany it.

Other important nutrients for prostate health

In addition to prostate herbs, the following nutrients are important in promoting prostate health.

Zinc - an important mineral for many bodily processes, a zinc deficiency predisposes the prostate gland to infection, which could eventually lead to enlargement.

Vitamin B6 - along with zinc, Vitamin B6 regulates the hormone that converts testosterone to DHT, and helps prevent swelling of the prostate.

Lycopene - this extract from tomatoes contains powerful antioxidants that may be able to reduce BPH inflammation and prevent prostate cancer.

Impotence and Low Male Libido

Impotence is a problem that affects millions of men, and it can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, depression, low hormone levels and alcholism, among others. Herbs for impotence treat the condition in three ways:

1. There are herbs that relax the mind so that it can concentrate on sexual feeling and activity.

2. There are herbs that promote circulation through the body, particularly to the penis.

3. There are herbs that help balance the body's sexual hormone levels.

Herbs for Men - Best Impotence Herbs

Ginkgo Biloba - Gingko improves circulation to the penis as well as acts to alleviate the symptoms of depression which may be a cause of impotence. Gingko also stimulates the mind and helps with concentration.

Gotu Kola - Gotu kola improves circulation as well as enhances mental performance and concentration.

Muira Puama - Muira puama has been shown to increase both male and female sex drive, as well as help maintain erections. Muira puama may also help balance sexual hormone levels.

Tribulus - Tribulus has been shown to help with impotence and infertility, as well as stimulate hormone production.

Other important nutrients for impotence

L-Arginine - this essential amino acid has been shown to increase blood flow to the penis.

Herbs for Men - What are the best herbal male supplements?

Should you take all of these herbs and nutrients separately or together in one comprehensive formula?

We recommend that you take these nutrients together if possible for many reasons:

1. Taking each herb, vitamin and mineral separately could prove very costly as you would have to buy many different supplements.

2. Mixing and matching nutrients on your own could be dangerous to your health.

3. Many herbs and nutrients working together can offer more therapeutic benefits, often better than a single nutrient on its own.

4. All of these nutrients have to be balanced perfectly in order to be optimally effective.

We have found two natural products that contain special herbs for men as well as other nutrients for male health and overall health.

The first product is called Male Rejuvenator and it contains a synergistic balance of herbs for men plus other essential herbs, minerals, vitamins and nutrients for general health and well-being. Male Rejuvenator contains specific ingredients that help maintain and support the prostate, including beta sitosterol, the active ingredient in saw palmetto.

For treating low male energy, we have found a special companion supplement called Natural Energy Formula containing pure bee pollen as well as vitamins, minerals and amino acids that have been shown to improve sexual function and sex drive.

Many of our male editors and visitors have experienced success with Male Rejuvenator. They have used it for its herbs for men as well as its many other therapeutic benefits. Some of them have used this in conjunction with the Natural Energy Formula, and have noticed considerable increases in sex drive and sexual energy.

As with all health supplements, results vary from person to person so be sure to consult your physician or qualified herbal professional before taking any herbs for men or herbal supplements.

Learn about herbs for men and male suppliments and how they can improve your health today.

Male Sexual Herbs

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MUIRA PUAMA BARK EXTRACT

Many men have embarrassing experiences due to their inability to have an erection of the penis. Twenty-five percent of men over the age of 50 suffer from erectile dysfunction. Most of these men tolerate their condition for months or even years before seeing a doctor. Some men even keep their secret silent. The discomfort for most men in mentioning their erectile dysfunction is such that they would rather choose self-treatment than seek the advice of a health professional.

Many men, particularly those over the age of 65, believe that they have to live with impotence, the truth is that a healthy male's sexual ability could last well into his 80âs.

Impotence is influenced by two factors; one is organic and the other is psychogenic. The former is responsible for 90% of erectile dysfunction and can be treated by proper herbs. Muira puama, known as ãpotency wood,ä is one of the best herbs for the treatment of impotence or lack of libido. This powerful herb not only improves sexual function effectively but is also safe and without side effects.

Suggested Use:

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APHRODAMIA

DAMIANA / YOHIMBE EXTRACT

Damiana was a traditional aphrodisiac of the Mayan people in Central America, where it is still considered a powerful herb for sexual stimulation. As a food supplement, damiana can improve hormonal balance and increase sexual appetite. Besides its tonic and sexual restorative effects, damiana stimulates the body and mind and functions as an antidepressant. Damiana has been used successfully by females experiencing painful cramps and headaches caused by menstruation. People suffering from urinary tract infections can also benefit from this health giving herb.

Suggested Use:

Herbal-Labs provides high quality of damiana extract. Daily use of damiana single extract is suggested from 1 to 2 capsules.

Price:

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SEXESSENCE III

DAMIANA / MUIRA PUAMA / GINSENG EXTRACTS

The combination formula of damiana and muira puama extracts is designed to provide a synergistic effect of several complementary herbs. It contains damiana extract, muira puama extract, and Korean ginseng extract as well as saw palmetto, ginkgo biloba, and fo-ti extracts. This is a rich herbal combination for enhanced sexual function, improved general health and greater energy and stamina This combination is popular with athletes and sexually active people. There are 400 mg of active ingredients per capsule.

Suggested Use:

1 to 2 capsules daily and 1 hour before bed.

Price:

60 Capsules / $31.95
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Impotence Herbs

Impotence (erectile dysfunction) is of two types: Psychological Impotence and Organic Impotence. Psychological Impotence is due to mental factors. These include depression, performance anxiety, stress, relationship problems, financial difficulties, and mental illness. Organic Impotence is due to some form of bodily malfunction. Various causes of Organic Impotence include reduced blood flow to the penis; low levels of androgens, such as testosterone; and nerve damage from disorders such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, and stroke which affect the brain’s ability to respond to sexual stimulation.

There are various herbs which are effective in the treatment of male infertility. These sex herbs help maintain erection longer, increase sexual desire, raise testosterone levels, and increase sperm count.

Major herbs for impotence treatment are:

• Astragalus
• Damiana
• Sarsaparilla
• Saw palmetto
• Yohimbe

10 Best Healing Herbs

New science shows these herbal power-healers can ease pain, prevent Alzheimer's, and ward off cancer and heart disease. Try 3 natural wonders you haven't heard of yet.

By Nancy Kalish, Prevention

Turmeric

Ease arthritis

A heaping helping of curry could relieve your pain. That's because turmeric, a spice used in curry, contains curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory that works similarly to Cox-2 inhibitors, drugs that reduce the Cox-2 enzyme that causes the pain and swelling of arthritis, says Lee.

Cinnamon

Lower blood sugar

In a recent German study of type 2 diabetics, taking cinnamon extract daily successfully reduced blood sugar by about 10%.

It might also: Lower cholesterol. Cinnamon packs a one-two punch for people with type 2 diabetes by reducing related heart risks. In another study of diabetics, it slashed cholesterol by 13% and triglycerides by 23%.

Rosemary

Avoid carcinogens

Frying, broiling, or grilling meats at high temperatures creates HCAs (heterocyclic amines), potent carcinogens implicated in several cancers. But HCA levels are significantly reduced when rosemary extract (a common powder) is mixed into beef before cooking, say Kansas State University researchers. "Rosemary contains carnosol and rosemarinic acid, two powerful antioxidants that destroy the HCAs," explains lead researcher J. Scott Smith, PhD.

Ginger

Avert nausea

Ginger can prevent stomach upset from many sources, including pregnancy, motion sickness, and chemotherapy. "This is one of Mom's remedies that really works," says Suzanna M. Zick, ND, MPH, a research investigator at the University of Michigan. A powerful antioxidant, ginger works by blocking the effects of serotonin, a chemical produced by both the brain and stomach when you're nauseated, and by stopping the production of free radicals, another cause of upset in your stomach. In one study of cruise ship passengers traveling on rough seas, 500 mg of ginger every 4 hours was as effective as Dramamine, the commonly used OTC motion-sickness medication. In another study, where subjects took 940 mg, it was even more effective than the drug.

Holy Basil

Combat stress

Several animal studies back holy basil, a special variety of the plant you use in your pesto sauce, as effective at reducing stress by increasing adrenaline and noradrenaline and decreasing serotonin. This is no surprise to Pratima Nangia-Makker, PhD, a researcher at the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit, whose mother and grandmother relied on a tea made from the leaves of holy basil to relieve indigestion and headaches.

St. John's Wort

Soothe your worries

You probably know that research has confirmed this herb's power to relieve mild to moderate depression and anxiety as effectively as many drugs without a lot of the side effects.

Garlic

Lower cancer risk

High consumption of garlic lowered rates of ovarian, colorectal, and other cancers, says a 2006 research review in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. A 2006 Japanese clinical trial also found that after a year of taking aged garlic extract supplements, people with a history of colon polyps saw a reduction in the size and number of the precancerous growths detected by their doctors.

Andrographis

Shorten Summer Colds

Andrographis does a great job of relieving upper-respiratory infections, such as colds or sinusitis, says new research. A study in the journal Phytomedicine reported that the herb eased symptoms such as fatigue, sleeplessness, sore throat, and runny nose up to 90%.

Sea Buckthorn

Reverse vaginal dryness

Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) is very effective for hydrating mucous membranes and alleviating vaginal dryness. It contains palmitoleic acid, a fatty acid found in human skin that helps moisturize and heal it.

Kudzu

Curb problem drinking

A group of moderately heavy drinkers in their 20s voluntarily cut their beer consumption in half after taking capsules containing the Chinese herb (also called Pueraria lobata) for a week, according to a study published in Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research. Researchers say the kudzu more quickly allows alcohol to get to the part of the brain that tells you that you've had enough.