Yohimbe Bark & Tribulus Terrestris

Yohimbe is native to tropical West Africa, and was frequently used by the Bantu people. The part of this plant used medicinally is the bark. Yohimbe Bark has a long folk history of helping increase libido or sexual energy and desire. It has also been used to dilate pupils, for heart disease, and as a local anesthetic. Currently, Yohimbe is the only natural drug with enough credible evidence to be listed as a sensual stimulant and sexual booster in The Physician's Desk Reference . Yohimbe Bark affects both the male and female reproductive, nervous, circulatory and respiratory systems. It contains an alkaloid yohimbine, which expands the blood vessels in the extremities of the body, including the genitals (similar to the prescription drug ViagraT, CialisT, and LevitraT), skin, and fat cells. This compound has now been isolated, and is synthesized by pharmaceutical companies for use in the treatment of impotence. Yohimbine acts as an alpha adreno-receptor blocker, reducing the effect of hormones that cause constriction of blood vessels, which typically increases as we age. Yohimbe Bark particularly aids blood flow to the corpus cavernosom to more readily engorge the penis. This herb concurrently increases the body's production of norepinephrine which is essential to the formation of erections, and steps up adrenaline to nerve endings which enhance sexual stimulation. A recent clinical study tested the active ingredient yohimbine on a group of men who had experienced chronic sexual dysfunction - for those who had been impotent for less than two years, the improvement rate was an astounding 81% as a direct result of consuming a moderate dosage over a period of one month.

Tribulus Terrestris, also known as Puncture Vine and Goathead, has been used as a general tonic and as an herbal remedy for impotence. In recent years, Tribulus has developed a following among body builders and exercise enthusiasts. It is believed that Tribulus Terrestris increases testosterone. This is accomplished by raising the amount of LH (luteinizing hormone), which is produced by the pituitary gland. LH plays a significant role in regulating testosterone production. Tribulus has been used in some cultures to increase libido, especially in men, and to treat sexual dysfunction. It has also been used as a tonic to increase energy levels. Tribulus Terrestris can be used in combination with Yohimbe Bark as an enhancer of male performance, both sexually and athletically. Tribulus Terrestris is has also been used as a liver tonic. Tribulus Terrestris is especially effective for maintaining testosterone in individuals who are dieting or engaged in regular, strenuous exercise.