Damiana Leaves (Turnera diffusa) is held in high repute by Mexican herbalists, particulary as an aphrodisiac, prescribed as a thick decoction before bedtime. Damiana has traditionally been used as a tea, decoction or smoke. Damiana was used ritually and shamanically by the Aztecs. Damiana is also smoked by some instead of tobacco.The leaves contain the antimicrobial hydroquinone arbutin, various volatile oils which also have an antimicrobial action, and various flavonoids.Damiana extracts have been shown, in the test tube, to weakly bind to progesterone receptors. Damiana may thus be a potentially useful herb for some female health problems.Modern herbal physicians conclude that damiana has a definite tonic action on the central nervous and the hormonal system. As a useful anti-depressant, damiana is considered to be useful specifically in cases of anxiety and depression where there is a sexual factor. It may be used to strengthen the male sexual system.Damiana makes a fragrant, sparkling tea with a delicious aroma and an agreeable bitter taste. Its aromatic leaves are sometimes employed to flavor liqueurs.
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Alternative Health & Herbs Damiana Leaves Powder Turnera diffusa – 4 oz
