Natural Aphrodisiacs

For centuries herbs have been used for healing and medicinal properties. Some herbs are used as aphrodisiacs to set the mood and enhance sexual energy. The herb lavender is a great herb to "set the mood". Lavender can be added to your bath water for a relaxing bath and it's essential oil is great for massage.
Another great herb is epimedium aka "horny goat weed" this is the best herb to increase sex drive. Epidmedium stimulates sexual activity and is great for impotence also. Impotence is related to circulatory dysfunction. Therefore herbs that stimulate circulation are useful also. A great circulatory herbs is cayenne. This herb's warming energy make it great for circulation. Ginseng, of course is another favorite. It's most commonly used by men over age 40 but is a great herb for women. Ginseng is perfect for low libido and erectile dysfunction.
Also, did you know that certain organs play a vital role in your different body systems? For example, your kidneys are crucial to your reproductive and sexual health. Many sexual dysfunctions are directly related to kidney health. Such dysfunctions include impotence, low libido, infertility, weak sexual activity, and even excessive sexual desire. Holistic and herbal therapies are great for primary and supportive therapies for sexual dysfunctions. If you are experiencing vaginal dryness pay attention to your hydration (kidneys). You must drink plenty of water. Water is crucial for all body functions, even reproduction/sexual health. Your goal should be to drink half your body weight in ounces ( if you weigh 140lbs drink 70oz of water). Supplementing with vitamin E is great for vaginal dryness as is the herb solomon's seal. Essential Fatty Acids play a key role in dryness also. Great sources of EFA is borage oil, evening primrose oil, and of course flaxseed oil. To find out more info on herbal aphrodisiacs check my internet radio show.
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Echinacea-Herb of the Week

Echinacea- Echinacea spp;Asteraceae

These are those pretty purple coneflowers that bring an abundance of beauty to any garden....But the medicinal properties of this herb is amazing!


Echinacea is an incredible antibiotic, one of natures best! It activates leukocytes (white blood cells, our body's infection soldiers). It increases your bodies immune level and is a heavy hitter to bacteria infections and inflammations. How? Why?
So glad you asked! Echinacea inhibits hyaluronidase enzyme. This is the enzyme that causes the spread of bacteria. Echinacea is also a blood purifier.
Now my favorite property of Echinacea is it's ability to fight cold and flus. This herb is most effective at the very first sign of cold/flu. I keep this herb in my herbal pantry. It even helped to break my 2 year old's fever last night. I've never had the flu shot and my children don't get the shot either. Nature is medicine cabinet. So the next sign of cold/flu try Echinacea. Keep this herb in your herbal medicine chest.

Raspberry Leaves-Herb of the Week

Raspberry Leaves (Rubus idaeus)
Parts used –Leaves
Properties-Hemostatic, astringent, mild alterative, parturient
• Useful as a uterine tonic
• Good for excessive menstruation
• Increases milk flow
• Pregnancy tonic

This herb has been used to aide in childbirth for centuries by indigenous people around the world. It is just in the last 60 years that it became recognized in the Unites States.
This is the herb of all herbs for pregnant women and nursing moms! But it is an overall great herb for women in general. It is high in calcium and iron and is great during menstruation. Great for healthy bones and teeth. Effective treatment for fevers and even lowers blood sugar.