Herbs for Men

What herbs specifically aid male health issues?

Supplements for Male Health -
The herbs listed below are those that have benefits specific to men. Although there are many herbs that are beneficial to increase the general health and wellbeing of people, there are a number of herbs that will help men stay healthy and happy as they age.

Herbs for men - Prostate health:

Prostate enlargement is an issue that affects men around the world. It creates urinary issues, and is a precursor to prostate cancer. Half of all men suffer from prostate enlargement by the age of fifty. Prostate enlargement starts off as benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH), which can lead to cancer.

Best Prostate Herbs for Men:

Saw Palmetto -
This one is at the top of the list. It's from a small palm tree that grows on the east coast of the United States, it is a very popular prostate aid. Lucky for men, it is also a highly researched herb. Saw Palmetto contains the compound beta sitosterol, which acts in men to interfere with the conversion of testosterone into DHT. DHT is the primary chemical linked to prostate problems, as well as male pattern baldness. Studies show that saw palmetto can reverse the problems caused by DHT, including shrinking enlarged prostates, eliminating urinary issues, and even regrowing lost hair!

Red Clover -
Red clover is related to the pea, and it contains an antioxidant that may help ward off cancerous cells and impede tumor development. It also interferes with DHT formation, which in turn helps eliminate the chemical that leads to an enlarged prostate and the urinary symptoms it causes.

Other important minerals and vitamins:
Vitamin B6, Lycopene, and Zinc - These work in the body to help prevent prostate infection and swelling. Although they wouldn't necessarly be good treatments of an enlarged prostate, they may reduce the chance that it becomes enlarged at all.

Herbal remedies for Impotence and Low Libido (Sex Drive):

Although not often discussed in the sphere of typical medical problems, ED and libido issues are problems that affect millions of men in the United State.

Typical causes of ED and libido issues are: stress, smoking, low hormone levels, alcoholism, circulation issues, and depression.

Some of the best herbs for treating ED and libido are:

Ginseng - both Asian and American forms of Ginseng have demonstrated their abilities to increase sex drive and performance. Although more study is needed, this is a promising initial study.

Muria Puama - Muira Puama has been used to increase both female and male libido, as well as help combat ED by helping to maintain a firm erection. Muira Puama may do this by balancing the levels of hormones related to sex.

Tribulus - Tribulus may help stimulate hormone production, which can indirectly work to fix impotence and even infertility issues.

As for nutrients and vitamins, L-Arginine is an essential amino acid and can aid with penile blood circulation.