{"id":110111,"date":"2019-01-22T11:04:18","date_gmt":"2019-01-22T10:04:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.citypeopleonline.com\/?p=110111"},"modified":"2019-01-24T07:35:02","modified_gmt":"2019-01-24T06:35:02","slug":"health-benefits-of-horny-goat-weed-how-it-can-help-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.citypeopleonline.com\/health-benefits-of-horny-goat-weed-how-it-can-help-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Health Benefits Of Horny Goat Weed \u2013 How It Can Help You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Welcome to your general health and well-being column… HEALTH- CHECK with Oluwabukunolami..<\/g><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This\nweek, we shall be discussing about a plant known as  Horny Goat Weed …<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\nus quickly learn about the Horny Goat Weed….<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Horny\nGoat Weed also known as Barrenwort, Herba Epimedii, Horny Goat Weed, Japanese\nEpimedium, Xian Ling Pi, Yin Yang Huo, originated from Western, and Eastern\nAsia and the Mediterranean. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\nhas many health benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(1)\nMALE SEXUAL HEALTH<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Behind\nits comical name, Horny Goat Weed stands as a time tested aphrodisiac that increases\nlibido and improves erectile function. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This\nis thought to be due, in part, to the flavonoid \u201cicariin\u201d, which is also\nresponsible for the best known health benefits associated with this herb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Icariin\nhas been found to have the ability to boost the successful transmission of\nNitric Oxide, the primary chemical transmitter for the successful and ample\ndelivery of blood to the penis tissue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secondly\nit increases the natural circulation of free form testosterone around the body,\nnot only boosting libido \u2013 testosterone is crucial to the health of the\nprostate and plays a dominant role in the production of healthy sperm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(2)\nFEMALE <\/p>\n\n\n\n

SEXUAL\nHEALTH<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With\nthe increased blood circulation improving blood flow to the genital area of\nwomen too, this herb is excellent for stimulating female libido and decreasing\nsexual dysfunction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whilst\nimproved blood flow is a key element in sexual desire, Horny Goat Weed also\nprovides alkaloids and plant sterols that have similar actions to testosterone.\nAlthough it is considered a male hormone, testosterone is produced by both men\nand women and plays an important role in human sexuality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(3)\nMENOPAUSE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Several\nstudies have found that the active constituents of Horny Goat Weed has the\ntendency to balance oestrogen and estradiol levels in women. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Icariin\nis one of these prenylflavonoid compounds which acts as a natural\nphytoestrogen, associated with decreased symptoms of menopause, including low\nlibido and vaginal dryness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(4)\nBONE HEALTH<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\nseems that icariin is the wonder molecule responsible for many of this plant\u2019s\nhealth benefits.  A recent research found\nout that Horny Goat Weed has positive effects on restoring bone density.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(5)\nOSTEOPOROSIS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Horny\ngoat weed is beneficial for helping slow bone loss and reduce the risk of developing\nosteoporosis in post-menopausal women. Osteoporosis is a weakening of the\nbones, leading to actual holes forming in the bones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Women\nare more likely to be diagnosed with this disease because women have smaller,\nthinner bones, and due to decreased estrogen levels .<\/p>\n\n\n\n

post-menopause.\nOsteoporosis puts women at risk for broken bones and fractures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Broken\nbones in older adults lead to poor health outcomes, infections, and a variety\nof other medical complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\nare some medications that can help maintain bone mass, as well as adequate\nintake of calcium and vitamin D.  But,\nhorny goat weed may also help protect women\u2019s bones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 There is also some indication that Icariin may\nhelp the body form bone more easily and may increase bone mineralization. People\nat risk for osteoporosis may want to consider a horny goat weed supplement, in\naddition to increasing calcium and vitamin D intake to help strengthen their\nbones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(6)\nHORNY GOAT WEED MAY ALSO HELP DECREASE INFLAMMATION<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Inflammation is a natural process in reaction\nto injury.  If you accidentally cut your\nfinger, you may experience swelling, warmth, redness, and a little immobility\nin that area for a few days as your body works to heal the wound. This process\nis known as \u201cinflammation\u201d and is extremely beneficial for acute injuries such\nas a cut or wound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 This type of inflammation goes away after a\nfew days.  But, current environmental\ntriggers, such as poor diet, pollution, smoking, alcohol intake, and\nhigh-stress levels, triggers a constant low-grade inflammation. These external\nfactors trigger the inflammatory response, but the immune system has no actual\ninjury to react to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 This is called systemic inflammation and has\nbeen linked to a myriad of diseases, such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease, and\nautoimmune disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\ncure for almost all chronic disease may lie in helping reduce systemic\ninflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Horny goat weed has been shown to inhibit the\ninflammatory process in several  studies\nlikely due to its flavonoid content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Flavonoids are powerful antioxidants found in\nfruits and vegetables that may help reduce the risk of diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Horny\ngoat weed has also been investigated for a variety of other diseases and its\npotency is likely related to its anti-inflammatory power.  It has been shown to improve kidney function\nin rats due to its ability to reduce inflammation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\nhas also been shown to inhibit the activity of several viruses, including\nherpes simplex and hepatitis A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due\nto its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, icariin has been indicated\nto be protective of the neurons in the brain. Maintaining memory, learning\nability, and brain health is one of the key factors in preventing dementia,\nwhich affects over 47.5 million people worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 In a recent study it has been shown to improve\nmemory and increase learning ability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\nmay also be protective against stroke. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Researchers\nbelieve that horny goat weed is protective due to active flavonoid icariin\nwhich helps reduce brain inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(7)\nSAFETY<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Horny\ngoat weed seems to be generally safe to take with no significant side effects\nreported in healthy people who took the it for up to two years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\nhas been only one case study published of a toxicity related to taking horny\ngoat weed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although\nhorny goat weed is generally safe for healthy people, it is advised that it\nshould be used with  caution. The herb is\nnot recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding because there\nisn\u2019t  enough evidence to known about the\neffect it may have on a developing fetus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People\nwith bleeding disorders should use caution because horny goat weed does\nincrease blood flow and may increase the risk of bleeding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since\nit increases bleeding, anyone preparing for any type of surgery should not take\nhorny goat weed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As\npreviously discussed due to its estrogen-like properties, it can increase\nestrogen levels, and may not be indicated for people who have been diagnosed\nwith estrogen-sensitive cancers, such as breast or uterine cancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\nmay lower blood pressure, therefore people who already have low blood pressure\nshould avoid taking this supplement as it may drop blood pressure too low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now\nI believe we  all know some of the health\nbenefits of the Horny goat weed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This\nis where we would be stopping this week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Till I come your way again next week…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\nremain yours in good health, .. Oluwabukunolami.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pls note, I am a naturalist and not a herbalist…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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