Herbs and Herbal Supplements for Male Libido Enhancement

herbs Male herbal libido enhancement is a common reason for taking herbal medicines. Herbs to increase male libido mostly look toward increasing testosterone levels in the body, stimulating sexual arousal and addressing exhaustion associated with poor sexual performance.

A good herbal libido supplement will address all these areas simultaneously and play a role in a holistic approach to better overall health.

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Natural Herbs Used to Increase Low Libido in Males

Tribulus (Tribulus terrestris)
Tribulus gives rise to testosterone production by stimulating the pituitary gland to release lutensiing hormone (LH). This hormone in turn increases testosterone levels that enhances not only libido in men but also increases libido in women. In men with high sperm morbidity (non viable sperm) and low mobility, tribulus has also been observed to increase sperm count.

The active constituents in tribulus, furostanol glycosides, are found in highest concentrations within the plants’ leaves. A standardised form of tribulus, TLSE, is obtained from the leaves and stems of tribulus and contains mostly furostanol glycosides. TLSE has shown to increase sperm count (but not in patient’s with chronic prostatitis), increase libido (including Klinefelter’s and Noonan’s syndrome) and was well tolerated by the study group. Treatment of 51 infertile males with 750 mg/day TLSE for 3 months significantly increased ejaculate volume, spermatozoa concentration, motility and velocity.Spermatozoa morphology normalised and ejaculate liquefaction time decreased.(Mediherb September 2006)

Damiana (Turnera Aphrodisiaca and Turnera diffusa)
The leaf of this herb has been used in Mexico as a sexual invigorator and male libido enhancer; and since the times of the Mayan people this herb has once again been employed for low libido. In Western herbalism, damiana has also been prescribed to treat a low libido in both men and women where there is sexual dysfunction of nervous origin.

Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia)
The principal way this herb works is to increase testosterone in the blood. This herb is traditionally prescribed in Malaysia as an aphrodisiac, a herbal treatment for impotence or sexual dysfunction and as a sexual enhancer. Tongkat Ali seems to not only assist in maintaining erections but also increases libido, or sexual desire.

Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng)
It is in Japan that this herb is prescribed to treat lack of sexual desire and prescribed as a circulatory stimulant. Korean ginseng is also a key herb in traditional chinese medicine (TCM) and is prescribed to calm nerves, treat weariness, anxiety, insomnia and general weakness. Korean ginseng is contraindicated for those with high blood pressure and people using warfarin or phenelzene. This herb is also best avoided during times of acute infection. In the west, it is prescribed for exhaustion, depression and low libido.

Horny Goat Weed (Epimedium grandiflora)
This herb has been used for centuries to improve sexual desire and performance. In recent times, horny goat weed has been found to support the neurotransmitters in the brain to stimulate sexual arousal. In addition to increasing sexual arousal, this herb is prescribed where there is a greater need for improved circulation, ad to treat exhaustion with little risk of side effects. Horny Goat weed is contraindicated if you are taking heart or blood pressure medications, or if you have insulin dependant diabetes (Type 1).

The Use of Herbal Supplements for Low Male Libido

Before using herbs to increase male libido, conditions that are known to cause male impotence including depression, stress, heart disease, diabetes, alcohol abuse and hypothyroidism must be excluded. Herbs for low libido can be combined with herbs to address the cause of decreased sexual function as well as the symptoms.

Male herbal libido enhancement is a cost effective way to treat this common condition but keep in mind that the use of appropriate herbal libido supplements should be discussed with your health care practitioner.

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