Damiana
Turnera Diffusa
Usage:
Tea
- To make tea, let 10 to 15 grams or three tablespoons of the herb steep for 15 minutes in a litre of water, or let it boil softly for 5 minutes.
- It is also possible to get this product made to powder in capsules: Damiana caps
Drink
- Damiana powder can be mixed with water or fruit juice. One tablespoon is enough for a strong effect.
- Damiana can also be used as a tobacco alternative for joints: Damiana is a South American herb well known for its aphrodisiac-like qualities, as well as its ability to induce a mild euphoric high. This makes it pair perfectly with marihuana, and is ideal for those intimate smokes with your significant other.
How does it work?
- Damiana contains compounds that may affect the brain and nervous system.
Damiana is a wild shrub that grows in Mexico, Central America, and the West Indies. The leaf and stem are used to make medicine. Historically, it was used mostly to increase sexual desire (as an aphrodisiac).
Damiana is used to treat headache, bedwetting, depression, nervous stomach, and constipation; for prevention and treatment of sexual problems; boosting and maintaining mental and physical stamina; and as an aphrodisiac.
Damiana is an invigorating aphrodisiac which produces a mellow, relaxing high that lasts about two hours.
Damiana is a muscle relaxant as well as a sexual stimulant that improves blood circulation in the genital area. It contains compounds that directly stimulate the senses. When used regularly for a longer period of time, Damiana strengthens the erection in men and helps to restore the hormonal balance in women.
Some people inhale damiana for a slight "high".
Warning:
- Do not use Damiana if you have liver or urinary tract disease.
Side Effects:
- Damiana is LIKELY SAFE when taken by mouth in amounts commonly found in foods. Damiana is POSSIBLY SAFE when taken by mouth in medicinal amounts, but there have been serious side effects. Covulsions and other symptoms similar to rabies or strychnine poisoning have been reported after taking 200 grams of damiana extract.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
- Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking damiana if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
- Diabetes: Damiana might affect blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Watch for signs of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and monitor your blood sugar carefully if you have diabetes and use damiana.
- Surgery: Since damiana seems to affect blood glucose levels, there is a concern that it might interfere with blood glucose control during and after surgery. Stop using damiana at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
Do not use together with:
- Antidiabetes medicijnen, glimepiride (Amary). glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, pioglitazone (Actos), rosiglitazoge (Avandia), chlorpropamide (Diabinese), glipizide (Glucotrol), tolbutamide (Orinase), and other such products.
