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HERB: Fenugreek ORIGIN: United States
Fenugreek has been used throughout history for its health promoting quality. In recent years fenugreek has become popular for its purported effects on testosterone. Testosterone is a sex hormone in both men and women that affects sexual function, energy levels, cognitive function, bone health and mood. Testosterone levels naturally decline as you get older. Fenugreek contains a compound called furostanolic saponins, which helps to increase testosterone production.
HABITAT
Native to North Africa and countries boarding the eastern Mediterranean.
HARVEST
Cultivated notably in India, the seeds are collected during the autumn months.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Volatile oil, alkaloids, saponins, flavonoids, mucilage, protein, fixed oil, Vitamins A, B & C, and minerals.
KEY ACTIONS
Anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, demulcent, digestive tonic, hypoglycemic, uterine stimulant.
ENERGETICS AND TASTE
Warming / Nutty, sweet, bitter
PARTS USED
The seeds are usually made into a powder and taken as a supplement or made into a paste and applied to the skin.
HERBAL USES
The nourishing seeds are given to encourage weight gain, lower fever, treat gastritis and gastric ulcers, lowers blood cholesterol. Also, applied as a paste to treat abscesses, boils, ulcers, and burns.
CAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
Not recommended during pregnancy.
HERB: Ginger ORIGIN: India
Ginger provides a range of applications for digestion, circulation, the reproductive system, and as a general anti-inflammatory. Ginger may help prevent or treat liver conditions by reducing oxidative stress on the liver, decreasing insulin resistance, and inhibiting inflammation. Ginger may help protect liver from toxic effects of drugs and slow down aging-related liver damage.
HABITAT
Native to Asia. Ginger flourishes in fertile soil and need plenty of water.
HARVEST
The rhizome is unearthed when the plant is 10 months old.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Volatile oil (1-3%) – zingiberene (20-30%), oleoresin (4-7.5%) – gingerol, shogaols
KEY ACTIONS
Anti-inflammatory, circulatory stimulant, antiemetic, digestive stimulant, illness defense.
ENERGETICS AND TASTE
Warming, drying. Pungent, bittersweet
PARTS USED
Rhizome – contains high levels of a volatile oil that is warming and stimulating.
HERBAL USES
Chilblains, fevers, cold sores, constipation, digestive upsets, gas, colic, high blood pressure & arteriosclerosis, morning sickness, nausea & motion sickness
CAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
May interact with anticoagulant drugs, antacids, and platelet aggregation inhibitors. Consult a naturopathic doctor before use if you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux and other gastric diseases. Other contraindications may exist. Conduct research or email CorpsVigilance if you have further questions or concerns.
HERB: Horny Goat Weed ORIGIN: China
Horny Goat Weed, is also known as barrenwort, bishop’s hat, fairy wings, or yin yang huo. It has been used to treat kidney and bone diseases. Regular consumption of this herb will improve mineral uptake, thus lowering the risk of osteoporosis. It assists in our natural aging process, increasing bone mineral density helps to keep the body strong. It has been purported to increase testosterone production, increasing oxygen levels (particularly in post-menopausal women), and increase libido.
HABITAT
Southern areas of China, European countries, and central and northeastern Mexico.
HARVEST
Harvest flowers in late spring and early summer.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Icariin, phytoestrogens, icariin, epimedin, lignans, ionone’s.
KEY ACTIONS
Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, flavonoids, immunomodulatory.
ENERGETICS AND TASTE
Warming, drying. Bitter pungent, aromatic
PARTS USED
The stems and leaves are used in traditional medicine as a tonic.
HERBAL USES
Treat high blood pressure, hardening of the arteries, low libido, symptoms associated with menopause, osteoporosis, brain injury, hay fever, and fatigue.
CAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
The side effects are minor and rare when taken over a few months’ time. In rare cases it can cause nosebleeds, dizziness, and rapid heartbeat.
HERB: Tribulus Terrestris ORIGIN: China
Tribulus Terrestris has been used as a form of herbal medicine for centuries, Tribulus supplements have recently become popular because of how they influence sexual health and improve athletic performance. Tribulus is a popular supplement among athletes because of its androgenic effects, or how it stimulates testosterone production.
HABITAT
Native to southern Eurasia and Africa.
HARVEST
The flowers are harvested when they are in full bloom.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Protodioscin, prototribestin, harmala alkaloids, tribulosin.
KEY ACTIONS
Testosterone production, low libido, tonic, male tonic, estrogen in females, androgenic in males, fertility enhancer, cardiotonic.
ENERGETICS AND TASTE
Cooling. Bitter.
PARTS USED
Leaves and aerial parts.
HERBAL USES
Cardioprotective, infertility, low libido, mild laxative,
CAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
No known side effects reported in human studies.