Shown
to have libido-enhancing effects
2 oz Bottle, Code 3574
$25.95
French scientists
have identified an herbal extract that has shown libido-enhancing effects
in two human clinical studies. Muira puama comes from the stems and
roots of the Ptychopetalum olacoides plant and is widely used in the
Amazon region of South America as an aphrodisiac, tonic, and cure for
rheumatism and muscle paralysis.
Muira puama has been the subject of two published clinical studies conducted
by Dr. Jacques Waynberg, an eminent medical sexologist and author of
10 books on the subject. The first study, conducted at the Institute
of Sexology in Paris under Waynberg's supervision, was reported in the
November 1994 issue of the American Journal of Natural Medicine. The
study population consisted of 262 men complaining of lack of sexual
desire or inability to attain or maintain erection. After 2 weeks, 62%
of patients with loss of libido rated the treatment as having a dynamic
effect, while 52% of patients with erectile dysfunction rated the treatment
as beneficial. The article goes on to compare muira puama favorably
to Yohimbeine, stating, "Muira puama may provide better results
than Yohimbeine without side effects."
Dr. Waynberg's second study, entitled "Male Sexual Asthenia,"
focused on sexual difficulties associated with asthenia, a deficiency
state characterized by fatigue, loss of strength, or debility, all symptoms
of a testosterone deficiency. The study population consisted of 100
men over 18 years of age who complained of impotence or loss of libido
or both. A total of 94 men completed the study and were evaluaxn during
intercourse was restored in 55% of patients and 66% of men reported
a reduction in fatigue. Other beneficial effects included improvement
in sleep and morning erections.
Treatment with muira puama was much more effective in cases with the
least psychosomatic involvement. Of the 26 men diagnosed with common
sexual asthenia without noticeable sign of psychosomatic disorder, the
treatment was effective for asthenia in 100% of cases, for lack of libido
in 85% of cases, and for inability of coital erection in 90% of cases.
The latter finding confirms the broad tonic action of muira puama on
conditions of fatigue and stress-related sexual dysfunction. Since muira
puama is not an artificial stimulant, it fortifies the system over a
period of time. Some men report increased vitality within 2 weeks, while
the full effects build over several weeks.
Dr. Waynberg notes that his toxicology studies and observations corroborate
the conclusions of the scientific literature on the absence of toxicity
of muira puama, which is well tolerated by men in general good health.
One of the earliest scientific studies of muira puama was conducted
by another French doctor, Dr. Rebourgeon. His research found the plant
to be effective in "gastrointestinal and circulatory asthenia as
well as impotence." Three of the most respected scientific authorities
on medical herbalism recommend muira puama. In published books, James
Duke, Ph.D., chief of the United States Department of Agriculture's
Medical Plant Laboratory (314), and Michael Murray, M.D. (315) recommend
muira puama for erectile dysfunction or lack of libido. In addition,
Daniel Mowrey, Ph.D., in Herbal Tonic Therapies (316), stated: "Based
on the clinical reports documenting the libido and energy enhancing
effects of muira puama, it is possible that this herb induces these
positive changes by favorably altering the hormone balance in aging
men, i.e., increases free testosterone and/or suppresses excess estrogen"
(316).
Use 6-12 drops
in juice, water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times
daily. Shake well. Store in cool dark place. Keep out of reach of children.
Shown
to have libido-enhancing effects
