Damiana Leaves - 100ct 370mg

Damiana is a small shrub belonging to the Turneraceae family and native to Mexico, West Indies and Central and South America regions. Its scientific name is Turneradiffusa. It has aromatic leaves whose smell is likened to that of chamomile. It is possible to take damiana as tea just like chamomile. Damiana leaves are used in preparing herbal tea, which was used by the natives in South and Central America due to its aphrodisiac properties. In addition to being used to make tea, the herb is also used in traditional Mexican liqueur. Its leaves produce a euphoric and calm effect on the mind and body upon being smoked.

Benefits of Damiana Leaves

Damiana herb is majorly used in boosting libido and the treatment of impotency among men. It has been found from some studies, in impotent and potent male rats, that a leaf extract of this herb brought some improvement in impotent male rats' mating behavior. There was no difference observed among the potent male ones. It is helpful in the treatment of erectile dysfunction that occurs in men.

It is also used as a depressant for the central nervous system in alleviating conditions such as nervousness, anxiety and depression among others.

PMS

Damiana is a source of relief during painful menstruations. It is useful both for menstrual irregularities and menstrual periods that are delayed. Being a natural laxative, it ensures that the movement of bowels is in a regular manner. People with constipation will therefore find this particular herb quite beneficial. It manages any hormonal fluctuation that is related to menopause and so, helps to relieve the menopause symptoms.

Other than the above mentioned benefits, the herb also increases metabolism, relieves asthma, cough and bronchitis. It can prove quite helpful during the treatment of the infections associated with the urinary tract.