Vitamins And Herbs That Can Help You Sexually

If you are like most people then it is likely true that your sex life is very important to you – after all, sex is one of the most pleasurable experiences that we can have as humans, so it not a big surprise that we are such big fans. And the chances are that if you’re reading this article you’re looking for one of two things. Either you want to make the good sex you are having even better, or alternatively you may be struggling with your love life and want some help in making it better. So here are the top eight vitamins and herbs to help you with your sex life.

 

One – Ginseng

Ginseng is a great herb to improve your sexual experience. Ginseng is well known for its ability to improve blood flow and the fact is that improved blood flow. Blood flowing to the genitals is one of the key aspects of having sex for both men and women, so ginseng can be a real difference-maker in the bedroom.

 

Two – Maca

While it is more well-known as ‘Peruvian Ginseng’, we felt that maca still deserved a place on this list. That’s because is known to have effects that can be similar to Viagra and being able to improve levels of lust and strength of orgasm. It was also known to be used by Peruvians in battle as it was supposed to improve their strength and endurance – good qualities for sex too, we think.

 

Three – Horny Goat Weed

Now here’s something that does what it says on the tin, so to speak. Horny goat weed has long been thought to be a plant that can boost the libido. Interestingly it is also though that it may have some ability to counteract erectile dysfunction. Clearly it has its sexual uses.

 

Four – Kava

One of the most common causes for problems such as erectile dysfunction and lack of sexual satisfaction is stress and anxiety. Kava has been shown to dramatically reduce levels of stress and anxiety and that can make it much easier to get in the mood for love. While it is illegal in Canada and France, most other countries have not banned it.

 

Five – L-Arginine

This is an amino acid that is considered by some to be a kind of Viagra substitute. It increases blood flow to the sexual organs, and as we have learned from ginseng, this is a very good thing for you sexually. It is great for women as well as men, so it’s well worth using if you need a little help in the bedroom.

 

Six – Vitamin E

Get more vitamin E in your life you are looking to make more of your sexual experience. It is known as the ‘sex vitamin’ as it vital for the production of sexual hormones in the body.

 

Seven – Ginger

Ginger plays a similar role to ginseng and can produce the same results. You can use it in the foods that you eat regularly and it will do a great job. Try introducing more ginger into your diet and see if you get the right results.

 

Eight – DHEA

While DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) is a hormone that is produced by the adrenal glands, it is actually a natural herb or vitamin, but we still think that it deserves a place on this list thanks to all the good it can do for women sexually. Remember that you should talk to your doctor before you consider using but it could still be something that can be very useful in improving your sex life.

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How to Relieve Your Cancer Fatigue with Ginseng Supplements

According to a new study, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, taking ginseng supplements for two months can help you to feel better if you’re tired or sluggish after cancer. This is welcome news for tired cancer patients and survivors who often turn to that and other dietary supplements, such as Coenzyme Q-10, L-Carnitine and guarana, as not all of these methods are supported by evidence.

 

Whether you’re still being treated or in remission for the disease, cancer can affect your wellness with tiredness and fatigue, says lead author Debra Barton, from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. She commented, ‘Nearly all patients with cancer can suffer from fatigue at some point; either at diagnosis, during treatment and even after treatment, and (fatigue) can linger for several years. The issue with cancer-related fatigue is that it can be a profound fatigue that is not relieved by sleep or rest and that it can significantly impact the ability of people to accomplish the things they are used to doing every day.’

 

Therefore, the researchers gave 364 participants with cancer-related fatigue either 2,000 milligrams of Wisconsin ginseng or a placebo capsule, to see if the supplement may help. Both groups of volunteers took their medication every day over a period of eight weeks, and reported their fatigue on a specialised questionnaire. On a 100-point scale, in which higher scores denote more energy, both groups started out with an average score of 40, but after the eight weeks was up, there was a notable difference; while the placebo group’s score improved by an average of 10 points, the ginseng group reported a 20-point score increase. According to the scale, that’s more than enough change to be noticeable in daily life.

 

Catherine Alfano, deputy director of the office of cancer survivorship at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, noted, ‘Ginseng is interesting because it acts on inflammation, and we think inflammation explains cancer-related fatigue.’ However, while she believes that the clinical trial has exhibited promising results, they aren’t enough to make ginseng a doctor-recommended supplement to patients. Barton warned, ‘There may be ginseng available in the local stores that is very different from what this study used, and some that is quite similar.’

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Cancer Making You Tired and Sluggish? Get Going with Ginseng

Cancer can take its toll on your well-being, even after you’re in remission. The disease, among other things, can affect your wellness with tiredness and fatigue, but this might not be the case if you start to take ginseng supplements. This is according to a new study, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, which found that cancer patients and survivors who felt tired or sluggish felt noticeably better after taking ginseng supplements for two months.

 

Lead author Debra Barton, from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, explained, ‘Nearly all patients with cancer can suffer from fatigue at some point; either at diagnosis, during treatment and even after treatment, and (fatigue) can linger for several years. The issue with cancer-related fatigue is that it can be a profound fatigue that is not relieved by sleep or rest and that it can significantly impact the ability of people to accomplish the things they are used to doing every day.’

 

For the study, the researchers gave 364 participants with cancer-related fatigue either 2,000 milligrams of Wisconsin ginseng or a placebo capsule. Both groups of volunteers took their medication every day over a period of eight weeks, and reported their fatigue on a specialised questionnaire. On a 100-point scale, in which higher scores denote more energy, both groups started out with an average score of 40, but after the eight weeks was up, there was a notable difference; while the placebo group’s score improved by an average of 10 points, the ginseng group reported a 20-point score increase. According to the scale, that’s more than enough change to be noticeable in daily life.

 

Catherine Alfano, deputy director of the office of cancer survivor-ship at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, noted, ‘Ginseng is interesting because it acts on inflammation, and we think inflammation explains cancer-related fatigue.’ However, while she believes that the clinical trial has exhibited promising results, they aren’t enough to make ginseng a doctor-recommended supplement to patients. Barton warned, ‘There may be ginseng available in the local stores that is very different from what this study used, and some that is quite similar.’

Categories: Cancer fatigue, cancer institute, cancer related, ginseng, ginseng supplements, national cancer, related fatigue, Research

How to Grown Your Own Ginseng in Your Home or Garden

Environmental wellness doesn’t just mean protecting the planet from human damage; it also involves utilising the world around you to improve your own health and wellbeing. In the context of human health, you’ve probably already heard of the Chinese medicinal herb ginseng, but did you know you could grow it in your own home or garden?

Ginseng is an ancient medicinal herb of which many wellness experts toast the benefits. In fact, ginseng tea has been declared as one of the healthiest beverages available to you, but it’s not always the easiest thing to find. True, you can purchase packaged ginseng from a supermarket, but how do you know that it’s trustworthy? And why would you go for pre-packed ginseng – and pay top dollar for it – when you can grow your own reliable ginseng in the comfort of your own home. Sure, popping to the shop to get it may seem more convenient, but it is actually astonishingly easy to grow ginseng at home – you can even grow it indoors!

So how do you grow ginseng in your own kitchen garden? Firstly, the seeds are the most important aspect of planting the ginseng root. This is because the seeds need to be stratified in order to be effective. It’s easy enough to stratify your ginseng seeds, but this may delay the process somewhat. Stratification involves placing the seeds between two equal layers of sand, covering this with a cloth, and then refrigerating them for six months. However, if you don’t want to stratify them yourself, you can buy ready-stratified ginseng seeds.

Once the seeds are stratified (which can take six to eight months if you’re doing it yourself), take them out of the fridge and discard any seeds that have decayed. The best seeds for planting are the ones that have grown in size and started sprouting. You can grow your ginseng as a potted plant – all you need to do is fill the pot with eight inches of well-draining soil, and then plant the seeds three inches deep. Ginseng plants like moderate sunshine, so place your pot in indirect sunlight and water the plant regularly for six months. As soon as the berries and leaves appear, you can use them, although it takes eight years for the root to mature – which is the healthiest part of ginseng.

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Boston Couple Opens Second Chocolate Therapy Shop

There’s something so soothing about a nice bar of chocolate after a stressful day, but could chocolate serve as a complementary wellness therapy? According to David and Pamela Griffin, it can, as the Massachusetts husband and wife team are infusing healthful, therapeutic ingredients into the sumptuous sweet at their new Framingham location.

According to Pamela, ‘It’s not your average chocolate. We wanted something that was good for you, that would taste good, and that you wouldn’t feel guilty eating.’ Pamela was a regional director at Starbucks for 17 years, while her husband has a background in manufacturing engineering, so how did the couple move to opening the first Chocolate Therapy in Dedham in 2011, and the new Framingham shop in December 2012?

‘He started to say, “let’s do something on our own”,’ Pamela detailed. ‘He looked into gyms and a place that sold tools. Then he came home one day and started talking about chocolate.’ David took a course at the Cambridge Culinary Institute and started making his own chocolates. He explained, ‘I wanted to create a good chocolate experience. The ganache and the shell should melt at the same time. Some of the flavour ought to be released immediately. A lot of chocolate I’ve tried just didn’t get it.’

Pamela added, ‘We’ve tasted everything, but we wanted a different experience, which is where all the crazy flavours come from.’ The Chocolate Therapy truffle called “Refresh,” for example, contains milk chocolate, fresh ginger, and ginseng, as the Griffins say that both ginger and ginseng energises the body. “The Cure” truffle, on the other hand, contains cinnamon, bay leaf (which works as an astringent and digestive aid, among other benefits), and cayenne pepper (which is good for blood circulation, headaches, and arthritis).

Chocolate Therapy chocolatier Richard Gemme, of Millbury, noted that dark chocolate with sea salt caramel is the best seller, but all the chocolates are unique for their wellbeing-boosting properties. ‘We do use a lot of therapeutic ingredients,’ he said. ‘The dark chocolate, especially, but we do use things like cayenne, Tahitian vanilla. We use cascade hops that are used in beer production that goes really well with the raw honey in one of our truffles. I’ve never heard of anyone doing that before.’

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