yohimbe


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yohimbe

(jəʊˈhɪmbeɪ)
n
1. (Plants) a rubiaceous tree native to W Africa
2. (Complementary Medicine) a natural remedy derived from the bark of this tree, used to treat male impotence
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yo•him•be

(yoʊˈhɪm beɪ, -bi)

n., pl. -bes.
a tropical W African tree, Corynanthe johimbe, of the madder family, yielding an alkaloid formerly used as an aphrodisiac.
[(< New Latin) « a language of Cameroon]
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Much of the function of this plant is passed on by word of mouth without there being much scientific justification for its action: the sales of Yohimbe have increased dramatically recently due to claims among body-builders that preparations made from the bark and applied topically will seriously reduce body fat.
It is one of the popular supplement for erectile dysfunction, this ensures positive effects on sexual performance but it is important to take recommended dosage but before want to try Yohimbe, it is important to consult with your doctor.
(14) Commonly known as horny goat weed (HGW), this herb is often found in "male enhancement" formulas, and in those formulas may be mixed with herbs like yohimbe that could raise blood pressure.
Man Up[R], combines saw palmetto extract containing beta sistosterol, with yohimbe, an age-old aphrodisiac and icariin derivatives from the horney goat weed (epimedium icariia) extract to produce an all-natural male erectile and prostate health product recommended as a daily dietary supplement for vigorous and active men who seek a healthy sex life and maintain robust prostate health.
I certainly can't see myself eating the bark of the yohimbe tree from west Africa or getting something called "horny goat weed," which the Chinese swear by.
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A The active ingredient in the supplement known as yohimbe is yohimbine, an alkaloid from the bark of the Pausinystalia yohimbe tree, which is native to Africa.
There are some popular herbs like ginkgo biloba, yohimbe and tribulus available in online market for curing ED or male impotence.
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Yohimbe Tea has been used traditionally in Africa as an aphrodisiac, as well as for erectile dysfunction and sexual problems.
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