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Yohimbe (Pausinystalia yohimbe (Coryanthe yohimbe)): Yohimbine is an agrenergic blocker and has a
long-standing reputation as a sexual stimulant. A recent study in rats has shown this to be justifiable despite
earlier clinical studies which gave equivocal results; the dose of yohimbine is very important as too high a dose
leads to general depression. Recommended dose is 1-2 capsules per day (early, with food). It is a broader
glandular tonic that works on several glands: adrenals, gonads, thyroid, and pituitary. It’s a good short-term
energy booster. It’s also the only herb or natural substance scientifically verified to be an aphrodisiac by
orthodox medical studies.
The African herb yohimbe has been proven to improve a man’s staying power. It improves the
operation of the nerves that promote desire while dampening those that stimulate ejaculation. Men with sexual
dysfunction problems notice the benefits the most. It both causes the dilation of peripheral and mucous
membrane blood vessels along with central nervous system stimulation. The action takes about 30 minute to
take effect and then continues for a couple of hours. Yohimbe contains the compound yohimbine, a major
ingredient in several prescription drugs for impotence. The concentrate yohimbine occasionally increases
heartbeat, raises blood pressure or increases irritability, depression, nervousness or dizziness. If you have high
blood pressure or diabetes, use only under the care of a professional. It should not be used by people with
kidney disease. Also, don’t take it with diet aids, commercial nasal decongestants that contain ephedrine, or
with cheese, red wine or liver since combining these sometimes cases wide effects, such as headaches. There is
a prescription medication based on yohimbine.
The only Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved medicine for impotence is yohimbine - an
alkaloid isolated from the bark of the yohimbe tree (Pausinystalia yohimbe) native to tropical West Africa.
Yohimbine hydrochloride increases libido, but its primary action is to increase blood flow to erectile tissue.
Contrary to a popular misconception, yohimbine has no effects on testosterone levels. When used alone,
yohimbine is successful in 34-43 percent of cases.
Yuan Zhi (Polygala tenuifolia ) Yuan Zhi contains triterpenoid saponins, these promote the clearing of phlegm from
the bronchial tubes. The plant is used mainly as an expectorant and stimulant to treat bronchial asthma, chronic
bronchitis and whooping cough. It acts mainly as a tonic for the heart and kidney energies. It is taken internally in the
treatment of coughs with profuse phlegm, bronchitis, insomnia, palpitations, poor memory, anxiety, depression and
nervous tension. Externally it is used to treat boils and carbuncles. The leaves are used as a tonic for the kidneys. This
herb is reputed to improve cerebral functions such as memory, learning, and clarity, and strengthen mental powers
such a will and insight. This is probably due to its highly tonifying effects on the kidneys and heart, whose energies
govern many important mental faculties.
Yucca (Yucca filamentosa, Y baccata, Y arizonica, Y elaza, Y whipplei ssp caespitosa) Yucca is used for
arthritis, rheumatism, gout, urethritis and prostates. At one time it was considered an important source of
phytosterols and used in the manufacturing of steroidal hormones. Y glauca has been shown to have some
activity against one strain of melanoma. The amino acids in Yucca leaves have been shown to inhibit viruses,
namely herpes simplex viruses 1 and 2, and cytomegalovirus. One possible biochemical mechanism
responsible for Yucca’s anti-inflammatory benefits lies in the plant’s steroidal saponins interacting with steroid
receptors in the body, altering prostaglandin synthesis. Another possibility is that these chemicals may induce
the production of anti-inflammatory steroidal compounds in the human body.
Z HERBS
Zedoary (Curcuma zedoaria (round) C. zerumbet (long): Useful in flatulent colic and debility of the digestive
organs, though it is rarely employed, as ginger gives the same, or better results. It is highly valued for its ability
to purify the blood. Like turmeric, Zedoary is an antiseptic and a paste applied locally to cuts and wounds helps
healing. It is used as an ingredient in bitter tincture of Zedoary, antiperiodic pills (with and without aloes) bitter
tincture, antiperiodic tincture (with and without aloes). Zedoary is also rich in starch and is given to babies and
invalids in India. It is combined with pepper, cinnamon and honey and used to treat colds. It is used in Indian
perfumes called ittars as well as in some drinks. A paste of a little zedoary and cream makes a good face mask
and keeps the skin clear and shining. An ingredient in Swedish bitters. The rhizome is used in China to treat
certain types of tumors. In Chinese trials, zedoary has reduced cervical cancer, and increased the cancer-killing
effects of radiotherapy chemotherapy.
Zhe Bei Mu (Fritillaria thunbergii (syn F. callicola, F. verticillata, Uvularia cirrhosa)) Zhe bei mu increases
the coughing up of mucus and relieves irritability in the respiratory tract. It is given for the treatment of bronchitis and
tonsillitis, and for fever and respiratory symptoms accompanying other acute infections such as flu. Zhe bei mu is
thought to act specifically on tumors and swellings of the throat, neck, and chest, and is taken for thyroid gland
nodules, scrofula (tuberculosis of the lymph glands of the neck), abscesses and boils, and breast cancer. It has also
been used to treat dysentery, and to increase breast-milk production. They contain fritimine which diminishes
excitability of respiratory centers, paralyses voluntary movement and counters effects of opium. The bulbs are thought
to act specifically on tumors and swellings of the throat, neck and chest, and they are taken in the treatment of thyroid
gland nodules, scrofula, abcesses and boils and breast cancer. The bulb is used internally in the treatment of coughs,
bronchitis, pneumonia, feverish illnesses, abscesses etc. The bulbs also have a folk history of use against cancer of
the breast and lungs in China. This remedy should only be used under the supervision of a qualified practitioner,
excessive doses can cause breathing difficulties and heart failure.
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