Aphrodisiacs for Women

January 28, 2008 by Al Link
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Aphrodisiacs for Women

THINGS TO EAT AND DRINK: Herbal/Nutritional Aphrodisiacs

"This aspect of aphrodisiacs is really as simple as high school chemistry. The body is able to manufacture hormones, neurotransmitters, and neuropeptides only when fed certain essential ingredients. Many traditional aphrodisacs are high in amino acids and the required vitamins and enzymes, which is why they really do work." Dr. Cynthia Mervis Watson, M.D.

Some of the following items are specifically formulated to boost your libido, to intensify your sexual desire, and to expand your sexual experience. Others are designed to improve your general well-being, increase your energy, and enhance your mood—all of which bring a delightful "aphrodisiac side effect" : when you’re feeling great you’ve got more interest in and more energy for sexual intimacy.

Note: All of the products mentioned in this document can be ordered and shipped to addresses in the U.S.A. If you prefer to buy these products locally check with a health food store, most are available over the counter in the US. Although many of the items are not sold in Canada most are allowed into the country and can be ordered from the US and shipped directly to your Canadian address. For other countries, check with the suppliers indicated to determine whether they will ship to your location.

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Damiana

"Chemically this plant has been found to contain several alkaloids that directly stimulate the sex organs… Native Mexican women have long drunk an infusion of the herb a couple of hours before retiring to prime themselves for their men. It is reputed to induce erotic dreams when drunk at bedtime."

Natural Sex for Women

The Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia lists specific extracts shown to enhance sexual vitality in both men and woman. Natural Sex for women has been formulated with optimal proportions of these extracts. Some people report an energy enhancing effect when taking these formulas on a regular basis. Natural Sex for Woman contains the specific extracts a woman needs to overcome suppressed sexual inclination, frigidity, lost sexual desire, and sexual debility.

Ingredients: Active: Sabal serrulata (saw palmetto) 2X, Avena sativa (oat) 3X, turnera aphrodisiaca (damiana) 4X, Onosmodium virginianum (false gromwell) 12X, oophorium (ovary extract) 6X.

We make a damiana tincture at home. See RECIPE. Pala uses it and really likes it.
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Indole-3-Carbinol

Indole-3-Carbinol is a naturally-occurring phytonutrient which is readily found in cruciferous vegetables. It removes excess estrogen from the body. The proper balance of estrogens is essential to a healthy libido in women.

A summary of recent studies shows that this vegetable extract:

Increases the conversion of estradiol to "weaker" (2OHE) estrogen, which has been shown to reduce breast cancer incidence
Works in estrogen receptor negative breast cancer cells.
Stops human cancer cells from growing (54-61%) and provokes the cells to self-destruct (apoptosis).
Inhibits MCF7 human breast cancer cells better than tamoxifen under laboratory conditions.
Protects against the environmental toxin, dioxin.
Restores p21 tumor suppressor gene.Provides antioxidant protection.

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StemEnhance™

The active ingredient in StemEnhance™ is AFA (Aphanizomenon Flos Aquae). Especially of interest for lovers, AFA is a concentrated source of Arginine, known to build and tone muscle tissue and aid sexual function including orgasms for women. It also contains six times as much PEA as dark chocolate which stimulates an enhanced state of mind including the sense of feeling good and falling in love.

Phenylethylamine, or PEA, is a neurotransmitter chemical in the brain, a natural form of amphetamine that floods the regions of the brain involved in sexual excitement. Studies show that people who profess high passion for each other have equally high levels of PEA. For that reason, San Diego-based sex therapist Theresa L. Crenshaw calls PEA the "molecule of love." Symptoms include a delightfully positive attitude, increased energy, decreased need for sleep, and loss of appetite.

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Pro-Sexual Formulas for Women

Order Natural Libido Enhancer from VRP
This formula contains select, standardized, natural extracts shown to increase a woman’s sex drive and to energize intimate relations. The ingredients in this formula have been used safely for hundreds of years with recent studies confirming anecdotal evidence.

Ingredients: Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, L-Arginine, Choline, Mucana Pruriens, Tribulus Terrestris, Panax Ginseng, Muira Puama and Ginkgo Biloba.
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Argin-Max

Virility Health offers one of the most complete selections we have seen of sexual health, aphrodisiac, and sexual performance enhancement formulas, available from the United Kingdom. They also ship worldwide.

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Maca Root

Maca has been traditionally used as an aphrodisiac for women, to increase energy, vitality, stamina and endurance in athletes, promote mental clarity, for fertility, for female menstrual irregularities and hormone imbalances, including menopause and perimenopause. Women with menstrual irregularities have experienced greater consistency, while women with hot flashes, mood swings and most associated perimenopause and menopause symptoms have diminished dramatically. Due to the number of steroidal glycosides present in Maca root it is gaining popularity among weight lifters and body builders as a natural alternative to anabolic steroids.

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Alura®: Topical Cream to Enhance Female Orgasm

In her groundbreaking book She’s Got To Have It, Dr. Betty Kamen writes, "Female sexuality has finally been recognized as an important part of a women’s health, her quality of life, and her general well-being." In early 2000 the Journal of the American Medical Association released a report that stated 43% of American women suffer from some form of sexual dysfunction and even more startling 25% never achieve orgasm.

Alura®

Alura® is a patented, safe, clear water-soluble cream containing ingredients that help keep your clitoris sensitive. It penetrates the soft surface tissue and creates an exhilarating, “cool tingling” sensation which can result in greater intimate pleasure for women, as these happy users have found:

Now with Alura my husband and I are intimate like when we were first married. I can’t wait until our vacation. I will pack the Alura first! June – 43 years old
When I first used the Alura®, I was surprised it could make such a difference. Now my husband and I don’t make love without using it. It’s a great pleasure it gives. Neera – 35 years old
My husband is so loving now that I have found sex fun again. Stella – 58 years old
I’ll admit I was somewhat skeptical and a little nervous, but the minute that package arrived I eagerly gave it a try. I was so pleasantly surprised! It certainly spiced things up for us.The more you use it, the more powerful the sensation. Kathy from NJ
I have not had feeling like this for fifteen years. I love it! My husband is the happiest I have seen him in years. June – 37 years old

Lynn

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Vaginal Exercisers

The Energie Kegel Exerciser

This weighted barbell is a lovely sage green color and is tipped with a knob at each end, one small and one large. Use Energie to strengthen those important pubococcygeal (PC) muscles, which are crucial for bladder control — not to mention better sex! Start by inserting the larger end into the vagina and contracting the PC muscles (used to stop urine flow) around the knob. Progress to the smaller end for a new challenge, as muscles have to contract even more around a smaller object. Eventually, you should be able to hold either end of the barbell in place while standing, simply by squeezing. Not only will your sex life reap the benefits, but you’ll gain more bladder control, which is generally weakened by childbirth and age.

Smart Balls – Erotispheres

Completely silent inner workings mean Erotispheres may be worn anywhere. These sensually soft vaginal balls are extremely durable and made of medical-grade materials so they’re completely safe for internal use. The steel spheres inside the balls quietly vibrate and roll, providing a subtle arousing sensation as well as a great workout for vaginal muscles. A sturdy looped cord makes retrieval easy and comfortable, and the material is a snap to clean!

Ben Wa Balls

Today, Ben Wa Balls are not only used for erotic enhancement and sometimes worn all day long, but they are also used to strengthen the PC muscle for health reasons. The cool feel of these golden balls soon warms to her body and she is aroused by the sensational feel of their rolling inside her.

Ben Wa Eggs

Ben Wa Eggs These smooth, glowing wine colored Ben Wa eggs each contain heavier balls inside that rock back and forth as the egg shifts inside her. The two eggs are connected by a smooth cord that she can tug on to keep the vibrations rolling, or to erotically remove the eggs one by one. So smooth, so sensational and so erotic she’ll be craving more once she finishes satisfying herself with them.

Menstruation, PMS, Menopause

Balance I PMS Formula

HerBalance I was created to address premenstrual symptoms like fluid retention, breast tenderness, loss of sex drive, headaches, and abnormal menstrual bleeding. Ingredients: Vitex (Chaste Berry), Dong Quai, Alfalfa, and Blue Cohosh

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Balance II Peri-Menopause and Menopause Formula

HerBalance II helps with peri- and menopausal symptoms like loss of libido, hot flashes and nervousness. Time-honored, female support botanicals like black cohosh, tribulus terrestris and gamma oryzanol provide additional support. Ingredients: Soy Extract, Tribulus Terrestris, Gamma Oryzanol, and Black Cohosh.

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Vitex – Chaste Berry

Extracts form the berries of this Mediterranean plant have long been used to treat female complaints, including the discomfort of PMS and menopause, including the relief of breast tenderness. Research indicates that chaste berry extract positively affects pituitary function to help relieve menstrual pain.

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Women’s Formulas from LEF

Menstruation and PMS

Alternatives to Hormone Replacement Therapy

Natural Progesterone Cream

If you are experiencing unexplained weight gain, depression, fatigue, mood swings, loss of libido, PMS, memory loss, hair loss, migraines or a combination of these symptoms, it may simply be an imbalance between your estrogen and your progesterone levels.

John R. Lee, M.D. was a pioneer and the international authority in the use of natural progesterone cream and natural hormone balance. Dr. Lee’s book ‘What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause’ is FREE with your purchase of VRP’s natural progesterone cream, made to the precise specifications of Dr. Lee.

According to Dr. Lee “The fall of progesterone levels at menopause is proportionately much greater than the fall of estrogen levels. While estrogen falls only 40 to 60 percent from baseline on average, progesterone can decline to nearly zero. Progesterone is highly fat-soluble compound exceedingly well absorbed when applied transdermally or onto the skin.”

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Natural Estrogen

This is the formula that Pala, who came to menopause at age 50, has used for years with excellent results.

Natural Estrogen is one answer to concerns about the risks of estrogen replacement. The risks of estrogen-induced breast and ovarian cancer for postmenopausal women have been well documented. So have the remarkable benefits of estrogen replacement, such as stronger bones, more youthful appearance, smoother skin, better sex life, sharper mind, better mood and possible lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease. In an attempt to provide women with the multiple rejuvenation effects of estrogen without side effects, scientists have developed plant extracts with estrogenic activity (phytoestrogens) to substitute for FDA-approved drugs.

Active Ingredients: Phytoestrogens (isoflavones) from 110 mg of Mega Soy extract) Genistein and the genistein precursor isoform genistin Daidzein and the daidzein precursor isoform daidzin Glycetein and the glycetein precursor isoform glycitin Black cohosh extract, powdered (Cimiicifuga racemosa) (root and rhizome) 2.55 triterpene glycosides Dong quai extract, powdered (Angelica sinensis) (root) 1% Ligustilide Licorice extract, powdered (Glycyrrhiza glabra) (root) Vitex extract, powdered (Vitex agnus-castus) (fruit) 5% Vitexicarpin

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Grape Seed Extract & Pycnogenol: Anti-oxidants

Grapeseed Extract, Camellia sinensis , has been used clinically in Europe for a number of conditions, including circulatory problems of the heart and brain, capillary fragility, edema, varicose veins, blood clots, and visual disturbances, including macular degeneration. It also helps relieve ADD symptoms. In vitro, the antioxidant power of Grapeseed Extract is 50 times greater than vitamin E and 20 times greater than vitamin C.

The ingredients in Grapeseed Extract are researched and supported by numerous clinical studies which show that they:

Work with glutathione to restore oxidized vitamin CCross the blood brain barrier to provide potent antioxidant protection to brain and spinal nerves
Remove lipofuscin and prevent its formation in the brain and heart, conferring antiaging benefits
Bind to collagen fibers, increasing elasticity and flexibility in muscles, tendons and ligaments
Act as smooth muscle relaxants in blood vessels, to combat hypertension
Are very stable on the shelf, showing no loss of potency after 12 years of storage.

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Pycnogenol is the look-young, feel-young supplement.

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St. John’s Wort

St. John’s Wort (Hpericum perforatum ), an effective and time-tested remedy for depression, is today one of the most popular herbs in the world. Hypericin, the active ingredient in this herb, has been shown in studies to inhibit the activity of monoamine oxidase, which is elevated in depressed individuals. New research shows that St. John’s Wort may actually increase serotonin production. Contains hypericin and pseudohypericin, shown to have antidepressive and antiviral properties. Avoid if pregnant or planning pregnancy. Consult your primary care practitioner before taking St. John’s Wort for depression.

I (Al) have a tendency to be a little hyperactive. I have never been diagnosed with adult ADD, but I find that taking St. John’s Wort 3-4 times per week takes the edge off my being speedy very nicely. St. John’s Wort has been known to increase photo-sensitivity in animals and may cause this same reaction in some people. We recommend that strong sunlight and other sources of ultraviolet light (like "tanning booths") be avoided when taking St. John’s Wort.

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DHEA

Of all the body’s hormones, dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is found in the greatest amounts; it is critical to optimal body function. Studies show that DHEA levels drop significantly in most men and women after age 35. Lower levels of DHEA correlate with disease states: increased incidence of diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, senility, breast cancer and other diseases. It is a metabolic precursor to other hormones and is critical to the optimal function of almost every component of the body. Caution: DHEA is suitable for both women and men, however men with prostate cancer or elevated PSAs should use DHEA under a physician’s supervision. .

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Pregnenolone

The feel good hormone produced by the body’s adrenal glands, pregnenolone is a direct precursor of both DHEA and progesterone. Pregnenolone is the building block for all other hormones. Pregnenolone levels dramatically drop after age 30 and may, according to researchers, adversely affect mental function, mood and energy levels. Research indicates that restoration of pregnenolone to levels of healthy young adults may have dramatic positive effects on memory, mood and energy.
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Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo Biloba is highly popular worldwide for its antioxidant, circulation-promoting, and memory-enhancing properties. Researchers are excited about the positive effects Ginkgo Biloba has shown in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, peripheral vascular insufficiency affecting vision, hypertension, angina, and impaired cerebral blood flow.

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Ginseng

Ginseng Extracts provides a powerful natural source for on-demand energy. In addition, these ancient herbs have adaptagenic, anti-stress and endurance-enhancing effects. Ginseng is an herb that stimulates the central nervous system and may increase sex drive and enhance performance.

"The plant has gained its reputation because of its ability to increase all-around well-being, stamina, and endurance…Ginseng is an adaptogen herb, meaning it is a nontoxic plant with a nonspecific action that influences a wide range of metabolic factors. The overall result of using an adaptogenic is to normalize or balance a bodily system – including sexual arousal and response – whether it is over – or underactive…"

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Kava Kava

Kava Kava ( Piper methysticum ) from the South Pacific, has shown in research to relieve anxiety, elevate mood, relax muscles and induce deep, restful sleep. Its active components are kavalactones.

"The plant contains narcotic substances…which affect spinal rather than cerebral responses, resulting in relaxation and euphoria while retaining mental alertness."

Like any sedative, Kava Kava can become habit-forming if used in excess or for extended lengths of time. Avoid long term use. Long term use of large quantities of Kava (7-8 capsules per day) may cause a dry skin rash, red, watery eyes, and lethargy all of which resolve without apparent side effects upon cessation of use. Kava should not be combined with alcohol. Kava should not be used by children, pregnant or lactating women. People taking Kava should not engage in hazardous occupations requiring complete mental alertness such as operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle.

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