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- Scientific Support
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- It is important to note that only one scientific
study exists in the literature that directly examines any physiological functions or
effects of damiana. The essential oil from damiana leaves contains small fragrant
substances known as terpenes. A small body of research exists which associates terpenes
with several other substances comprising the sexual communication chemicals known as
pheromones. Out of four studies mentioning terpenes in relation to sexual behavior, three
involve insect mating behavior, while one study found that male white-tailed deer produce
terpene-containing pheromones in greater amounts during the breeding season (not exactly
compelling “love potion” evidence unless you’re a deer or a bug).
Furthermore, damiana leaves also contain alkaloids that have been associated with insect
pheromones in a variety of studies. Despite this possible link, scientific studies have
not been conducted to associate any causative effect of damiana with regards to pheromone
production in humans
Perhaps the most viable scientific evidence for the age-old use of damiana as an
aphrodisiac involves a single recent study demonstrating that damiana extract binds to the
progesterone receptor in human breast cancer cells. Despite the fact that oregano extract
was found to bind tightly as well, the ability of damiana extract to affect progesterone
detection may explain claims that damiana supplementation can increase libido
(importantly, many progesterone-binding extracts can have either a neutral or antagonistic
effect instead of an agonistic effect). A variety of scientific studies associate
progesterone deficiency, particularly in post-menopausal women, to decreased libido. Thus,
if the binding of damiana extract to progesterone receptors indeed mimics the action of
progesterone, damiana could theoretically lead to increased libido in women with a
progesterone deficiency. Furthermore, because progesterone is one of the major hormones
involved in the female reproductive cycle, by the above rationale, one may infer that by
possibly affecting progesterone detection, damiana extract could ease the cyclical
depression and anxiety often associated with the menstrual cycle. However, due to the lack
of any controlled clinical trials, all of the above is pure speculation.
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Product Recommendations |
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460 mg. of Damiana, Siberian Ginseng, Foti,
Gotu kola, Sarsaparilla, Saw palmetto, Licorice, Wild yam. Used for Infertility,
impotence, and sexual related problems. Improves sex drive. For men and women.   |
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Contains 800 mg Damiana.
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Because of the changes in hormone levels throughout a women's lifetime,
women may experience a variety of symptoms such as: P.M.S, menstrual irregularities,
weight gain or loss, anxiety, menopause, and/or the lack of desire or energy for sex.
Herbal remedies for treating various problems associated with the female reproductive
organs have been used for centuries. Yohimbe bark, Licorice root, Damiana, Saw
palmetto, Siberian ginseng, Histidine, Vitamin B-6, and Niacin have worked for years in
treating female hormonal needs. |
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