Aphrodisiac Properties Linked to Life Force: The traditional association of Yohimbe with enhanced libido might have been symbolically linked to the life force, creativity, and primal energies within a spiritual framework.
Yohimbe is an evergreen tree native to central and western Africa. It has a compound called yohimbine in its bark. The bark has been used traditionally as an aphrodisiac and sexual performance enhancer, as well as a mild hallucinogen.
Suggested use: Mix into water, juice, tea or smoothie.
DO NOT EXCEED 1/4 TEASPOON PER DAY. AVOID TAKING LATE IN THE DAY AS IT MAY DISRUPT SLEEP. BEST TAKEN WITH FOOD TO MINIMIZE STOMACH UPSET.
DO NOT USE WITH SEDATIVES, TRANQUILIZERS, ANTIHISTAMINES, NARCOTICS OR LARGE QUANTITIES OF ALCOHOL, FOODS THAT CONTAIN TYRAMINE WINE (RED WINE), CURED MEATS, BANANAS, AND CHEESE.
AVOID AND CONSULT WITH YOUR MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL IF YOU HAVE ANY THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: KIDNEY, CARDIOVASCULAR, DIABETES, ABNORMAL BLOOD PRESSURE, OR BLOOD SUGAR CONDITIONS.