Tribulus Terrestris For Women
Modern research is backing traditional medicine’s use of tribulus terrestris as an herb for women as well as men, beneficial for sexual activity and aiding hormone activity at menopause.
Happy Families herbal Ignite, a leader in herbal products for sexual health, contains 190mg of tribulus terrestris extract (equiv 2.28dry leaf) in every capsule together with avena sativa and horny goat weed.
Description:
Tribulus, also known as caltrop and puncture vine, is a natural product isolated from the aerial parts of the plant Tribulus terrestris.
Tribulus was traditionally used by the Greeks as a diuretic, mild laxative, and general tonic. In India, Tribulus is widely recommended in Ayurvedic rejuvenative formulas, particularly in the treatment of sexual dysfunction. In China,
Tribulus Terrestris For Female
Luteinizing Hormone causes maturation of the ova and also controls the production of androgenic hormones (e.g. Testosterone). Studies have shown that women with low Testosterone levels have a low libido. When Testosterone levels in these women were increased artificially by ingesting Testosterone, an increase in the libido was observed.
What Is Tribulus terrestris Used for Today?
Studies performed in Bulgaria are the primary source of most current health claims regarding tribulus. According to this research, tribulus increases levels of various hormones in the steroid family, including testosterone, DHEA, and estrogen, and for this reason improves sports performance, fertility in men and women, sexual function (again in men and women), and symptoms of menopause (such as hot flashes).7-11 Unfortunately, the design of these studies appears to fall far short of modern scientific standards, and there has not been any trustworthy scientific confirmation of these supposed benefits. One well-designed study failed to find that tribulus affects male sex hormone levels in young men.
Uses of Tribulus :
Tribulus is non-irritant diuretic and urinary antiseptic. It is used in case of dysurea, urinary stone and incontinence of urine.
Tribulus Terrestris is used in various herbal formulas to treat headaches, eye problems such as itching, conjunctivitis and weak vision, and nervousness. It is also used to treat high blood pressure and rib pain.
The hormone balancing effects of Tribulus Terrestris for women makes this herb suitable for premenstrual syndrome and menopausal syndrome.
