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Herbs > Yohimbe Background & Uses Yohimbe is a tree found in the forests of West Africa. The bark of this tree contains yohimbine, the active ingredient. Used historically to treat fevers, leprosy, and coughs, to dilate pupils, prevent heart disease, hallucinogen and it may even be an effective anesthetic, but is has become popularised as an aphrodisiac and treatment for erectile dysfunction. Active Ingredients There are 31 alkaloids found in Yohimbe bark and the main active constituent is the alkaloid yohimbine, although yohimbe bark also contains other important alkaloids. Yohimbine blocks alpha-2 adrenergic receptors which are part of the sympathetic nervous system. It has also been reported that yohimbine dilates blood vessels and may even inhibit monoamine oxidase (MAO), whereby preventing a number of depressive disorders. However, unlike St. John's wort and other popular herbs, yohimbe does not have the research to support its medicinal claims. A product to avoid According to the Mayo Clinic, yohimbine can be dangerous if used in excessive amounts as higher doses of oral yohimbine may create numerous side effects such as rapid heart rate, high blood pressure, and over stimulation. may produce anxiety and is thought to cause insomnia and sleeplessness in some users. People with kidney disease, stomach ulcers, post-traumatic stress disorder or panic disorder, pregnant or nursing women should avoid yohimbine. Als as yohimbe blocks the enzyme monoamine oxidase, people taking yohimbe must avoid all tyramine-containing foods (e.g., liver, cheeses, red wine) and over-the-counter products that contain the ingredient phenylpropanolamine, such as nasal decongestants. While yohimbe is one of the hot topics in the herbal supplement arena today, many people don’t realize is that ‘natural’ doesn’t necessarily mean ‘weak’. As it turns out, Yohimbe can have strong, even potentially dangerous side effects, and needs to be monitored by a physician in order to be considered safe and this means that some of the penile enhancement and libido formulas that contain Yohimbe may potentially be hazardous to your health! The governments of Canada, Australia, Norway, and Finland have banned the trade of Yohimbe because of it’s potential to be life threatening. Growing Yohimbe The seed is rare though the tree may grow from root cuttings and it takes years to grow to a harvestable size, so its not a practicable option for the home gardener, rather a commercial option for an enterprising farmer who will find a ready market. Vig-Rx and Vig-Rx Plus are yohimbe free aphrodisiacs for men. |
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