THE POWER OF 9: PART 1

Therapeutic Uses, Benefits and Claims of Muira Puama

• Muira puama has been used traditionally by tribes in Brazil and the surrounding South American countries. It is a popular, though not well researched, herbal supplement in Europe and North and South Americas.
The Herb Muira Puama (Ptychopetalum olacoides )
• Traditionally this herb was used by indigenous tribes as an aphrodisiac and to treat impotence. Chewing the barks, stems or root was the most popular method of administration.
• Muira puama has also been used as a tonic for nervous conditions and depressions. It has been used to promote overall nerve function and to relieve nerve pain.
• Some Amazonian tribes have used this medicinal herb to treat dysentery and rheumatism. A paste of the bark and/or root oils has also been applied topically to treat beriberi and paralysis.
• In Europe, around 1930, it became a popular supplement for treating erectile dysfunction. It has been shown to be as effective as yohimbine in some cases, without the adverse side effects.
• Although clinical studies and research are sparse, muira puama is still promoted today as a treatment for erectile dysfunction and as a male aphrodisiac.
• It has also been used for gastrointestinal disorders and as a treatment for indigestion.
• Muira puama does have a stimulant effect that leaves the user with a general feeling of well-being when taken in proper doses. Large doses may cause an overstimulation leaving the user feeling restless and affecting sleep.
• This herbal supplement has also been shown, in animal studies, to improve mental focus and clarity. It may also help improve concentration and short term memory.
• It is also used to naturally treat hair loss.
• Its stimulant effect also makes it useful as a herb for depression.
• Women have used muira puama to treat the discomforts of menopause, as well as cramping associated with menstruation.
• Muira puama can be combined with other herbs, such as damiana, guarana, catuaba, and suma, to increase its effects.

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