How to use damiana for your sexual well-being

The Jesuit Missionary Juan Maria de Salvatierraa Spaniard of Italian origin, was the first European, at the end of the 17th century, to documented the use that the Maya of southern Mexico they made of some leaves that they called mizibcoc.

They drank them as an infusion, with a sweetener, or they smoked them or burned them as incense, to relieve feelings of dizziness and loss of balance, and as a sexual invigorator.

Almost two hundred years laterin the middle of the 19th century, that same plant, which was nothing more than Damiana was already offered in the form of a tincture in the United States as a powerful aphrodisiac.

Even today the damiana is considered a prodigious plant for stimulate libido, both in men and women, and so it is advertised in many forums, including the internet.

However, although it does seem that it can facilitate sexual intercourse by its action on the nervous systemthere are not enough scientific studies that definitively support a aphrodisiac effect.

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How does damiana affect the nervous system?

the damiana (Diffuse Turnera either T. aphrodisiac) it’s a shrub up to two meters highvery aromatic, with the lanceolate leaveswith serrated margins, yellowed flowers gathered in dense inflorescences and fleshy fruits, with a sweet taste.

It grows in southern California and Texas, throughout Mexico to Central America and the Caribbean, in several related species, and blooms at the end of summer.

The name “damiana” was given, apparently, by Salvatierra himself, in honor of Pietro Damiani11th-century Italian clergyman and saint patron saint of pharmacists.

The leaves are used for medicinal purposes.. It contains an essential oil with a greenish appearance and an aroma that reminds of chamomilewith cineole and thymol, as well as cyanogenic heterosides, flavonoids, resins, bitter principles such as damianine and alkaloids.

Damiana stands out as an excellent tonic and Stimulating the central nervous system. Is used for improve mood in case of depression, convalescence after illness, asthenia, lack of motivation or emotional blockage.

Provides moderate euphoria and improves both physical and mental fatigue. It has also been indicated as support in mild or incipient depressive processesas an alternative to chemical antidepressants and to treat hypochondria, emotional stress, compulsive obsessions and nervous tics.

also can alleviate ailments or dyspepsia caused by nerves.

for their diuretic and expectorant virtuesdamiana is also recommended to promote diuresis and treat inflammation in the urinary tract, in nephritis, cystitis and ureteritis, and to relieve asthmatic attacks and bronchitis.

Properties of damiana in sexual health

Para-scientific literature attributes a wide spectrum of virtues to damiana, beginning with its supposed stimulating effect on the sexual organs.

It is claimed to increase the number and vitality of sperm, which helps against premature ejaculation, erection problemsinvoluntary spillage of semen and impotence.

It is indicated as a remedy for nocturnal enuresis in pre-adolescent boys, for regulate the menstrual cycle in young people, to calm the pains of menstruation and as an ally in menopausesince it contributes to reduce hot flashes and night sweats and can relieve migraine.

But these are not always proven effects and it should be taken into account some precautions:

Inappropriate or high-dose use of damiana can cause insomnia, headache and irritation of the genital mucosa.In high concentrations it is a energetic purgative.Containing active alkaloids, should be avoided in pregnancy and lactationand for its exciting effect, in case of insomnia, anxiety, tachycardianervous hypertension and irritable colon. It should not be administered to people with Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s or mental disorders like schizophrenia.Diabetics should consult with your doctor before taking it.

Is damiana an aphrodisiac as such?

The aphrodisiac label contributes to popularize any productbut it does not have to respond to reality.

According to experts, damiana, as a nervous stimulant, can help overcome certain emotional obstaclessuch as apathy, fatigue, demoralization, pessimism, disinterest, shyness or even stress, which can make sexual intercourse difficult, and contributes to the person feeling more uninhibited.

Nevertheless, its quality as a sexual energizer needs further testing in order to certify it.

How is damiana taken?

Damiana leaves are taken in infusion, sometimes mixed with other plants that enhance its action. enough three cups a daythe last one away from bedtime to prevent insomnia.

In herbalists and some pharmacies it is also found in the liquid extract form (about 25 drops daily in three doses), in capsules and tincture (30-50 drops, diluted in water or fruit juice).

Some countries make cigarettes with the leaves and smoked, which produces some feeling of euphoriaalthough of very short duration, nothing comparable to that generated by marijuana.

Next we present three herbal remedies:

Stimulating tisane. It is recommended to promote disinhibition and improve sexual life. Damiana is combined with savory, mint, cinnamon stick and vanilla, in equal parts. Boil a level tablespoon of the mixture per glass of water for 1-2 minutes, let it rest for another 5 and filter. You can add sugar or honey, but without this support it has a pleasant flavor. are taken two cups a day.Decongesting tisane. recommended for respiratory conditions with congestion, in pharyngitis, laryngitis, tracheitis and bronchitis. Damiana is combined with mullein flowers, plantain leaves and Scots pine buds, in equal parts. Boil one tablespoon of the mixture per cup for 2-3 minutes and infuse another ten. are taken up to three cups a dayaccompanied by plenty of water.Herbal tea for asthenia and fatigue. It is indicated to combat both physical and mental fatigue. Damiana is combined with eleutherococcus, kola nut and mint, in equal parts. Follow the instructions of the previous formulas and take 2 or 3 cups daily, in periods never exceeding ten days. This formula can be found also in capsule and tincture form.