| Damiana was named mizib-coc by the
Maya Indians of Yucatan. Mizib-coc means "plant for asthma" for
which was used by the Indians. It was used by the Maya Indians for pulmonary
(lung) disorders, dizziness, vertigo (imbalance) and as a general body cleanser.
The herb’s reputation for arousing sexual desire is noted by the second part
of its botanical name, aphrodisiaca. Damiana is known as a sexual rejuvenator in
lose of vitality of the sexual organs, even when the cause is either abuse or
senility. Damiana has been recommended for increasing the sperm count in the
male.
Damiana is often used for treating female problems, in Mexico.
It is excellent at restoring an exhausted state of the body and increasing its
vital energies. For women, it has been found to strengthen reproductive organs
and helps with menopause, by controlling and reducing hot flashes. It has also
been used to
strengthen the ovum in the female and it also helps to balance the hormones in
women.
It is one of the herbs of choice for helping with sexual impotency and
infertility with both males and females.
The leaves are a tonic to the nerves and a stimulant in sexual weakness. It is
esteemed for its aphrodisiac properties and its excellent effect on the
reproductive organs. It overcomes exhaustion and has a tendency to help in the
loss of power in the limbs.
Damiana is a laxative for children.
Damiana has also been used for cough preparations, helps to relieve cold
symptoms, relieves flu symptoms and is a stimulant for the Central Nervous
System.
The herb also stimulates muscular contractions of the intestinal tract.
Damiana is also known as:
Turnera aphrodisiaca
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