Herbs with menthol relieve fatigue in men, tone, help with colds and have many other beneficial properties. But many have heard about the effects of calming plants on libido. Not knowing whether mint affects male potency, some refuse to take medicines or tea based on it. Meanwhile, in folk medicine this plant is used in the treatment of sexual weakness. In order for mint to help, you must follow several rules for its collection and consumption.
Peppermint helps treat erectile dysfunction
Mint and potency in men are not directly related. But the plant, due to its influence on the nervous system, creates the conditions to stabilize the erection and increase libido. Drinks and preparations with this herb restore strength in stressful situations and prevent the development of psychoneurological disorders. By improving the functions of the central nervous system, the functioning of internal organs, glands, blood vessels and the brain is normalized. The coordinated activity of the systems automatically improves erection and sexual desire.
It's important to know!Doctors recommend taking peppermint for erectile dysfunction as an auxiliary treatment method. Decoction and infusion without the use of drugs are drunk only as prevention. Herbal medicines alone are suitable only in cases of uncomplicated disorders and a slight decrease in potency due to stress.
Range of uses of the plant and its properties.
In folk medicine, mint is always used for insomnia, nausea, arrhythmias, as well as for psycho-emotional fatigue and the consequences of stress, such as impotence. The plant is useful for pathologies of the nervous and cardiovascular system, asthma. It also helps with migraines, heartburn, toothache, sore throat, stomatitis, acne and inflammatory diseases. The therapeutic properties of mint have been confirmed by scientists and doctors.
The biochemical composition of mint has the following actions:
- sedative;
- anacid;
- antiemetic;
- analgesic and antispasmodic;
- antiseptic;
- antipruritic;
- astringent;
- anti-inflammatory;
- choleretic;
- expectorant;
- hypotonic;
- refreshing;
- tonic.
In official medicine, mint leaves or preparations based on it are prescribed to men and women for neurological disorders/diseases, emotional lability, mental/physical fatigue, stress and depression. The herb also helps to eliminate its consequences: arrhythmia, decreased potency, insomnia and other disorders. The plant is also used in gastrology, cardiology and dentistry. Peppermint is used in aromatherapy, cooking and cosmetology to treat skin and hair.
Possibilities of mint to strengthen male power.
In most cases, doctors cite the consequences of neurological stress as the cause of weak potency. These are psychoemotional instability, insomnia, fear of failure, disorders of the nervous and cardiovascular systems. Since mint has a sedative effect, it automatically eliminates the factor that causes a decrease in potency and sexual desire.
The tonic property of mint eliminates another cause of deterioration of erection and libido. Products based on it relieve physical fatigue, muscle tension and irritability caused by overwork.
Mint is useful for men who synthesize excess testosterone. Its high level increases sexual excitability and causes hypersexuality (satiriasis, eroticism). Excessive amounts of male hormone can negatively affect the duration of intercourse and often worsen mental balance. Mints gently correct testosterone synthesis and thus automatically normalize potency.
Attention!An overdose should not be allowed when consumed by men, since mint in this case has a depressing effect on potency. Sexual weakness or unstable erection occurs due to a sharp decrease in testosterone levels and inhibition of nervous system functions.
Are there any side effects?
Peppermint is considered a feminine herb due to its high phytoestrogen content. In men, side effects appear only with prolonged and uncontrolled consumption of drinks and medications based on them. Tests have shown that the plant reduces testosterone levels if mint or tea preparations, decoctions and other remedies are drunk for more than 1. 5 months. There are no negative effects on potency from the consumption of menthol chewing gum, culinary products with its addition or other food products.
Mint has a pronounced sedative effect. It greatly relaxes the nervous system and a person's vivid emotions and physical activity are dulled. This will have a depressing effect on libido and reduce the severity of sensations during sexual intercourse. The plant also lowers blood pressure, thereby causing energy loss in people with low blood pressure.
In case of overdose of mint preparations, doctors noted the following reactions in patients:
- a sharp decrease in blood pressure;
- drowsiness;
- lethargy;
- bronchospasm;
- angina pain;
- bradycardia;
- worsening sleep;
- decreased libido.
Mint has a harmful effect on man if he exceeds the dosage of it or drinks folk or pharmaceutical remedies or strong tea for a long time. The only exception is an allergic reaction: it occurs shortly after consuming mint preparations.
When should you not take mint?
It is prohibited to take mint and products based on it if you are hypersensitive to its biochemical composition. The herb impairs the mobility of male reproductive cells, which reduces the chances of conceiving a child. Therefore, it is not recommended to use mints and tea if sperm activity is weak.
The negative effect of mint on male potency is due to an increase in estrogen production. The erection worsens due to hormonal imbalance. This is why this plant should not be used if testosterone levels are low (before the onset of andropause or in men over 50 years of age).
Relative contraindications include hypotension and bradycardia. Men with this diagnosis can use mint after consulting a doctor. Medications are prescribed in reduced doses or on a 3- to 7-day cycle.
A variety of recipes for good potency in men.
Traditional medicine is rich in recipes for remedies with mint for sexual impotence and erectile dysfunction. The herb will benefit men who are not allergic to its composition and have normal testosterone levels. No less good reviews remain from the use of decoctions, alcohol and water tinctures. But for diseases, folk remedies are used in combination with medications.
Short courses of treatment are recommended for men. Products with mint are consumed orally for 2-3 weeks. Then they take a break of 1 to 2 months. To avoid harm to the body, only a doctor can extend continuous use to 30-45 days.
Popular folk remedies with mint to improve potency:
| Half | Components | Preparation | Administration method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mint infusion | Without slide 1 dessert spoon of crushed raw materials, 150 ml of water | The leaves and inflorescences are steamed in boiling water covered for 15 minutes. The liquid is filtered, honey and 3 drops of propolis tincture are added. | The product is taken between meals 2-3 times a day. |
| Herbal infusion | 250 ml of boiling water, 1 tsp. with lots of St. John's wort, mint leaves, motherwort, thyme | The collection is steamed for a quarter of an hour, the liquid is strained and sweetened with honey. | Drink 200 ml 3 times a day 20 minutes before meals. |
| Herbal decoction | 200 ml of water and collecting plants: 2 tsp. motherwort, hops, oregano (meadow mint, motherwort), 1 tsp. valerian | Place 1 tablespoon in water. l. raw materials, let it boil, let it rest for 20 minutes, filter | Drink 150-200 ml after lunch and in the evening. |
| Tea with mint (to strengthen potency, prevent stress) | 2-3 leaves of herb, ½ tsp. black or green tea, a glass of boiling water | The raw materials are brewed, filtered and sweetened with honey. | Drink 1 cup of drink every afternoon. |
Many men speak positively about balneotherapy at home. To maintain potency, increase stress resistance and eliminate the effects of overwork or nervous tension, take baths with herbal decoctions for a month. For the procedure, be sure to add 1 part of mint, chamomile and valerian to the herbal mixture. They can be combined with thread, calendula, hops, nettle and pine needle extract.
Advice!Before taking a bath, take a bath first. The herbal mixture is added to water at a temperature not exceeding 39 ºC. The procedure is done before going to bed for 15 to 20 minutes. Dry the skin with a warm towel without rubbing!
Proper collection of raw materials and preparation at home.
To clean mint from dust before cutting, water the stems with a watering can and allow them to dry completely. It is important to comply with collection deadlines. Plants cannot be taken near the road, landfill or cemetery.
Proper preparation of mint:
- collected in the first half of summer;
- choose grass in an ecological location;
- cut the stems with a sharp knife;
- collected in dry weather;
- cut after the dew has dried;
- take mature stems without damaging them;
- cut the top third of the stem;
- actively blooming mint is prepared;
- Cut stems provide shelter from the sun.
After cutting, the tops of the mint are loosely tied into bundles. They are hung in a shady, well-ventilated place. It is also allowed to pluck inflorescences and leaves from the stems, spread them in a thin layer in a dryer or on a white cloth and stir them daily. It is impossible for rain, sun rays and dew to fall on raw materials. The degree of drying is checked by rubbing. The wrinkled leaf should crunch and break between your fingers, and not be limp.
After drying, the mint stems are cut into 1. 5 to 2 cm pieces and the leaves can be crushed with your hands. Finished raw materials are stored in tightly closed jars to prevent essential substances from evaporating.
Plants with similar effects.
There are peppermint, lemon mint, peppermint, longleaf mint, wild mint, and other types of plants. They are interchangeable. The products use a standard proportion: 1 tablespoon. l. raw materials per 250 ml of water. Any herb that contains a large amount of menthol can replace mint. Motherwort (oregano), budra ivy, and lemon catnip may act similarly. But plectranthus (a variety of houseplant) does not have medicinal properties, but is used as an aromatic additive to tea.
Conclusion
It is a myth that mint improves potency in all men. In fact, doctors prescribe it for certain diseases and conditions that cause a deterioration in erection or libido. The appropriateness of the use of the herb is evaluated after an examination, but this rule applies only to the treatment of sexual dysfunction. In reviews, doctors say that men can drink mild mint tea at night 2-3 times a week constantly. This concentration and rate of consumption does not affect testosterone levels, relieves fatigue, increases resistance to stress and this indirectly maintains potency at the desired level.