Damina / Vitality

Herb Of The Week / Damina / Vitality-Libido

I hope and pray that everyone will have a healthy and prosperous
upcoming week. I also pray that you will be blessed spiritually with
an increased understanding of those things essential for your
well-being.


HOTW #1 is Damiana

In search of new and interesting herbs, I thought of yet another herb
that I had previously overlooked.


DAMIANA (Turnera aphrodisiaca) is an herb native to Central and South
America that has been used for at least hundreds of years for
enhancing sexual activity and can be traced to the ancient Mayans.
Damiana leaf contains beta-sitosterol and various aromatic oils that
create a stimulant effect on the body's sexual organs, helping to
build stronger and more consistent sexual responses, and providing
better sexual health and reproductivity. In large doses it can cause
mild euphoria (a feeling of well-being) It is used by herbalist mainly
to treat insomnia. Whilst this may or may not be true, it has a
definite tonic action on the central nervous and the hormonal system.
As a useful anti-depressant, Damiana is considered to be a specific in
cases of anxiety and depression where there is a sexual factor.
Damiana increases circulation to the sex organs and also benefits
prostate health. It is also considered a beneficial remedy for those
who suffer from sexual "performance anxiety."

Damiana is known for its aphrodisiac properties, and has also been
used for nervousness, weakness and exhaustion. It is said to increase
sperm count in the male and to balance hormones in women.


But why take my word for it?


By good utilization of search engine technology, we can look up
information as in depth as we desire in our own free time. As we
mention all the time, with every post, that you can research anything
mentioned in this newsletter on your own. Some good search engines are
www.mamma.com or www.google.com. or www.dogpile.com or
www.askjeeves.com ...etc. By entering one or more keywords you can do
your own research.


Until next time remember .... most illness (upwards of 80% according
to experts) can be attributed to FOUR important factors that can
weaken your immune system and your ability to fight off disease:


1. Anxiety, depression, anger, resentment, guilt and other STRESS
factors
2. Improper and/or inadequate NUTRITION habits
3. A sedentary lifestyle that does not include enough EXERCISE
4. Not enough rest and quality SLEEP time

The United States Surgeon General warned Americans in a landmark 1988
report on Nutrition and Health that "diet related diseases account for
68% of U.S. deaths"


Remember, we ALWAYS recommend that you ALWAYS consult a professional
herbalist, naturopathologist or physician. We are just passing along
what we hope to be useful information.

Be aware that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not strictly
regulate herbs and dietary supplements. There is no guarantee of
strength, purity or safety of products. Decisions to use herbs or
supplements should be carefully considered. Individuals using
prescription drugs should discuss taking herbs or supplements with
their pharmacists or health care providers before starting.

Bye-Bye,

Q