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APHRODISIAC
Increases or stimulates sexual desire, often by prolonging the general tonic or calming effects of the nervous system, adaptogens, or by increasing sensual stimulation.
GOTU KOLA
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One of the most powerful herbs for the regeneration of the brain and nerves.
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Improves memory and cognitive functions.
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A remarkable herb for spinal cord injury Increases oxygen to cells Strengthens the immune system Supports the adrenal glands and helps resist stress.
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Helps with difficult menopause Helps lose weight Used for depression and glandular weakness Promotes blood circulation to extremities.
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Useful in case of stagnation or venous insufficiency.
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Strengthens vascular walls.
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Facilitates healing especially in scleroderma Shows healing potential in ulcer conditions
Botanical name: Centella asiatica
Parts used: whole plant or root
Properties: Healing, tissue and fascia regenerator, tonic, anti-inflammatory, peripheral vasodilator, adaptogen, alterer, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, cell proliferator, diuretic, nervine, sedative, stimulant (mild), tonic (brain and nerves)
Contraindications: none listed.
Ashwagandha ((Withania somnifera)
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A powerful tonic and adaptogen known as Indian ginseng, ashwagandha is useful in cases of deficiency and anemia (it is rich in iron), emaciation, nervous fatigue and chronic exhaustion.
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It acts as an immune system regulator and helps treat insomnia problems as a nerve tonic.
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Also anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.
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It is also known to be an aphrodisiac.
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia)
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Besides its pleasant flavor, cinnamon is stimulating and warming.
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For cases of cold, atony and stagnation, both in the digestive system and in the reproductive system (it is considered an aphrodisiac).
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Its essential oil is bactericidal, fungicidal and parasiticidal.
Damiane (Turnera diffusa var. Aphrodisiaca)
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Very versatile, this plant native to Mexico is at the same time nervous tonic-antidepressant, digestive tonic and reproductive tonic.
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As such, it acts on testosterone, strengthens the genitals in both sexes, and is considered an aphrodisiac.
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Also a good urinary antiseptic (it contains arbutin).
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Adaptogenic plant, stimulating for young people and tonic for the elderly.
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Gives a boost of energy and increases memory (nice synergy with ginkgo for this purpose).
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Renowned aphrodisiac
Ginseng (Panax ginseng)
Mexican Sarsaparilla (Smilax officinalis)
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Sarsaparilla is both a cleanser (helps remove toxins, for the treatment of skin diseases and arthritis) and a general tonic.
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In Mexico, it is considered invigorating and aphrodisiac.
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Promotes the production of testosterone in men and progesterone in women.
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