St. John's wort is a medicinal plant used by folk healers for many years to treat inflammation and ulcers, diseases of the genitourinary system and other diseases.
For men, St. John's wort is known as an aphrodisiac, and also has a therapeutic effect on the prostate gland and male potency.
Useful features for men
St. John's wort contains many useful and active ingredients that are completely beneficial to humans:
- Hyperisin- a pigment that has antimicrobial properties (even against staphylococcal aureus), has antidepressant effect and promotes the production of "happiness hormones" (serotonin and melatonin);
- Quercetin, which has anti-inflammatory and antitumor effects, eliminates swelling and spasms, normalizes blood circulation, in addition, has anti-allergic and diuretic effect;
- Amenoflavones and prosianidesHelps to heal wounds and inflammation, improves digestion, has a vasodilating effect.
What are the health benefits of St. John's wort?
Its healing properties are reflected in the treatment of such diseases:
- St. John's wort has an astringent and antibacterial effect during intestinal discomfort and inflammation;
- with flatulence and gastric colic - a decrease in fermentation processes in the digestive system;
- with stones or dyskinesia in the bile ducts - has a choleretic effect;
- with various inflammations of the gastrointestinal tract (gastritis, ulcers, enteritis, cholecystitis, pancreatitis) - relieves the inflammatory process;
- With vasospasm, the benefits of St. John's wort manifest themselves in its vasodilating and strengthening effect, as well as improving blood circulation in the body;
- used in the treatment of hypertension, migraine;
- eliminate inflammation of the prostate gland in men;
- with diseases of the respiratory system (tonsillitis, bronchitis, tuberculosis);
- antioxidant properties are used in the treatment of tumor processes;
- helps to eliminate depression and treat chronic fatigue with minimal side effects (compared to medications);
- in skin diseases - treatment of bed sores, wounds, ulcers and burns;
- St. John's wort is used in tinctures and decoctions for potency in men.
How does St. John's wort affect potency?
The main features that determine the potential effect of St. John's wort are its ability to dilate blood vessels, antidepressant and anti-inflammatory effects. How does St. John's wort affect potency? When used, the glands are stimulated and the production of androgens increases. This combination of therapeutic actions can improve a person's well-being and have a positive effect on his potential.
One of the positive activities of St. John's wort is the solution of potential problems caused by psychological reasons. St. John's wort tincture will help reduce irritation, relieve fatigue and fight depression and blues. Reviews of men treated with St. John's wort tinctures show that such treatments are effective in increasing potency.
How is St. John's wort used for men?
You can also add nettle leaves, hips or hawthorn to the decoction.
St. John's wort is used in the form of decoction or tincture for consumption by men:
- Water infusion:Take 10 g of grass (you can take fresh or dried chopped), pour 1 tbsp. Put in boiling water and infuse for half an hour. After filtering the infusion, you can drink it in 50 ml 3 r. the day before meals.
- Vodka tincture. 100 g chopped grass pour 0, 5 liters of vodka, put in a dark, cool place for 10 days, then strain. Drink 40–50 caps. before meals three times a day.
- Hypericum extract. 4 tbsp. l. Mix herbs with 100 ml of 70% alcohol, leave for 10 days to infuse. Then strain and for 15-20 drops. 3 p. before meals. in a day.
- decoction. Pour 10 g grass 1 tbsp. water and simmer for 15 minutes on low heat, cool and strain. Drink decoction before meals three times a day.
The duration of such infusions should not be long, as it should not have an adverse effect if it causes premature ejaculation and reduces the potential.
Experts recommend drinking such drinks and teas containing St. John's wort no more than twice a month.
Contraindications and side effects
Men with the following health problems should not drink St. John's wort:
- inflammatory diseases of the kidneys and cirrhosis of the liver;
- the possibility of allergic reactions in the body;
- hypertension (taking tinctures with St. John's wort increases blood pressure).
Attention!When treating with St. John's wort, you should not stay in the sun for long periods of time during this period due to increased sensitivity to sunlight and the possibility of burns.
It should be borne in mind that long-term treatment with such a plant can cause many negative side effects:
- allergic reactions, as well as a decrease in male potency;
- disorders of the liver, manifested by pain in the right side under the ribs, a feeling of bitterness, fecal disturbances and loss of appetite;
- nausea, vomiting, headache;
- Smoked foods, marinades, chocolate products, coffee and alcohol should be limited in the diet when using this herb.
It is important!When using antidepressants, it is strictly forbidden to drink tea with St. John's wort, which can cause nervous disorders, headaches and dizziness, fainting.
Due to possible side effects, you should consult your doctor before taking such a plant to advise on the appropriate dosage and duration of treatment.
It is better to be careful
As can be seen from the above, St. John's wort has a strong effect on the human body, especially men. Therefore, the benefits and harms for men when consuming St. John's wort depend on the dosages indicated and the duration of treatment prescribed by a physician.