http://www.earthclinic.com/Herbs/damiana.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Herbs/damiana.rss Find out what Earth Clinic has uncovered about Damiana, an herbal remedy with many health benefits. Wed, 19 Jun 13 07:54:59 -0500 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Herbs/damiana.html&name=AST_122562 /Herbs/damiana.rss1 Sun, 16 Jun 13 18:18:39 -0500 [YEA] Claire from Sarasota, Florida writes: "I recently bought all the ingredients to damiana tea formula after finding it on Earth Clinic over a year ago!! I was looking for something to mellow me out (I can\'t seem to relax these days). I work about 60 hours a week so that has something to do with it. This tea is AMAZING! It makes me so relaxed and sleep very well. I drink about 1/2 cup at night a few hours before going to sleep. The first night I drank a full cup very quickly (it tastes bitter) and that was too strong and hit me like a train after 40 minutes. I have gotten used to the taste and sip it now. I recommend this for people like myself, who just can\'t seem to relax! I followed JL from Pasadena, California\'s recipe exactly: 2 handfuls of damiana, 1 handful chrysanthemum flowers, 1 teaspoon of chuchuhuasi and 1 teaspoon of hercampuri. I steeped added the damiana to cool water and let it boil for a few minutes before turning it off. Then while it cooled I added the rest of the ingredients. I then strained it after abou15 minutes and put the remainder liquid in a glass jar that I keep in the fridge. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Herbs/damiana.html&name=TEA_59958 /Herbs/damiana.rss2 Sun, 24 Jul 11 09:25:13 -0500 [YEA] JL from Pasadena, Calif, USA writes: "A couple weeks ago my boyfriend and I went to a friend's house for dinner and was served a very potent herbal tea during dinner. It was very stimulating and relaxing at the same time. However, the brew was so bitter, I could only take a few sips of it. I could feel it hit my brain after each sip, a very interesting sensation! Intrigued, a few days later I asked my friend to send me the names of the herbs and the recipe. I got all my herbs this week and started to make the tea a few days ago. Results: The first thing I noticed is the powerful calming effect on the nervous system this tea has. 10 minutes after drinking the tea, I become deeply relaxed. Damiana is widely used in many cultures for anxiety and nervous disorders, so this makes sense. The next "side" effect that was very surprising, even though I have read a lot about it on the internet, was the powerful aphrodisiac effects. This occured on the 2nd day of drinking the tea. OMG - be prepared for that! Finally, the tea is proving to be an appetite suppressant even though several of the ingredients are meant to stimulate the appetite! Recipe: here is my friend's email.. a bit vague so I improvised. Add to 1 quart of purified water: 2 handfuls of damiana leaf (find at bouncing bear or starwest botanicals) Damiana requires about 15 minutes of steeping at boiling temperatures. 1 handful chrysanthemum flowers 1 spoonful of chuchuhuasi and 1 spoonful of hercampuri, (both from david wolfe's sunfood nutrition site, but you could use cat's claw or pau d'arco, etc..). ------------ After steeping the damiana on a low boil for 15 minutes, I turned off the heat and added the other 3 herbs. I then let the whole concoction steep for about 15 minutes. I added about 3 tablespoons blue agave nectar sweetener because the tea is otherwise too bitter. I have been drinking 1 - 2 glasses a day, slowly. Damiana's reported healing properties include: increases libido, reduces spasms, relieves depression, dries secretions, reduces blood sugar, stimulates digestion, calms nerves, increases urination, mildly laxative Source: http://www.rain-tree.com/damiana.htm Chuchuhuasi's healing properties include: reduces inflammation, kills cancer cells, relieves pain, prevents tumors, relaxes muscles, stimulates digestion, enahnces immunity, increases libido, supports adrenals Source: http://www.rain-tree.com/chuchuhuasi.htm Hercampuri's healing properties include: digestive, treatment of hepatitis, treatment of varicose veins, reduction of blood cholesterol, treatment of hypertension http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hercampuri I hope people will try the damiana tea and send in their feedback. If you are preparing damiana with other herbs, I would like to know which ones and how you brew your tea. It is amazing! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Herbs/damiana.html&name=ED_72085 /Herbs/damiana.rss3 Tue, 17 Feb 09 00:00:00 -0600 [YEA] Duwayne from San Ignacio Cerro Gordo, Jalisco Mexico writes: "I'm 74 years of age and have been a Korean Ginseng fan for many years not solely for erectile dysfunction, but for energy as well. Warning; If you have high blood pressure you should limit yourself to two capsules or teas per day. I live in Mexico so I'm well informed to the benefits of chili peppers. Cayenne is great but don't be afraid to experiment, my favorite is raw jalapenos, a little less spicy, and if you so happen to have hemorrhoids you'll appreciate this warning. Just a small serving about half a small pepper two or three times a week. If you don't heed this warning your morning constitution could end up in screams for ice water. Now for the best help of all for erectile disfunction, Mexican Damiana. You can find it in many health food stores and in all Mexican grocery stores. ( yes Mexicans also suffer from impotency, its got to be that dam cactus juice) Take two teaspoons of this herb per day as a tea or as I do sprinkled on cereal or what ever you want to sprinkle it on, uncooked is best. Be sure to get your two mile walk every day and hopefully you'll be back pestering your partner for a little romp. Very best to all. Duwayne"