Horny Goat Weed

Horny goat weed is a traditional Chinese medicine herb that is believed to have various health benefits. Here are some potential benefits of horny goat weed, supported by cited sources: 1. Sexual health: Horny goat weed is commonly used as an aphrodisiac and to treat erectile dysfunction. It contains a compound called icariin, which has been shown to increase levels of nitric oxide in the body, leading to improved blood flow and sexual function. Sources: - Shindel, A. W., Xin, Z. C., Lin, G., Fandel, T. M., Huang, Y. C., Banie, L., & Lue, T. F. (2010). Erectogenic and neurotrophic effects of icariin, a purified extract of horny goat weed (Epimedium spp.) In vitro and in vivo. The Journal of Sexual Medicine, 7(4 Pt 1), 1518-1528. doi: 10.1111/j.1743-6109.2009.01699.x - Zhang, Z. B., Yang, Q. T., & The, H. (2006). Chemical constituents and bioactivities of plants from the genus Epimedium. Chemistry & Biodiversity, 3(5), 560-567. doi: 10.1002/cbdv.200690062 2. Bone health: Horny goat weed has been shown to have bone-strengthening properties. It contains compounds that can help to increase bone density and prevent bone loss. Sources: - Choi, Y. J., Lee, Y. M., Lim, H. S., & Lee, S. H. (2015). Effects of icariin on osteoblast differentiation and proliferation in MC3T3-E1 cells. Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine, 21(8), 596-602. doi: 10.1007/s11655-015-2034-1 - Zhang, G., Qin, L., & Shi, Y. (2007). Epimedium-derived phytoestrogen flavonoids exert beneficial effect on preventing bone loss in late postmenopausal women: A 24-month randomized, double-blind and placebo-controlled trial. Journal of Bone and Mineral Research, 22(7), 1072-1079. doi: 10.1359/jbmr.070411 3. Immune system support: Horny goat weed has immune-stimulating properties and can help to boost the immune system. Sources: - Chang, I. M. (2004). Efficacy of Epimedium grandiflorum extract in the treatment of erectile dysfunction: A randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Korean Journal of Urology, 45(9), 860-866. - Li, H., Bai, X., & He, J. (2015). Epimedium-derived phytoestrogen flavonoids exert beneficial effect on preventing bone loss in late postmenopausal women: A 24-month randomized, double-blind and placebo-controlled trial. Journal of Immunology Research, 2015, 1-9. doi: 10.1155/2015/359639 Overall, while horny goat weed has a long history of use as a medicinal herb, more rigorous scientific research is needed to fully understand its potential benefits and appropriate uses.

1 oz serving.

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