Benefits of Horny Goat Weed

Benefits

Horny Goat Weed (HGW), a Chinese herbal medicine originating from the Epimedium plant and is known for an array of health benefits, but primarily for its functional aphrodisiac qualities allowing individuals to boost libido and help with erectile dysfunction. 

HGW’s benefits have been found to treat a range of health conditions including the following:

• Erectile Dysfunction 
• Low Libido
• Joint Pain 
• Osteoarthritis 
• Osteoporosis 
• Heart Disease 
• High Blood Pressure 

Research 

In a 2010 study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine, they found that by giving rats which had damaged blood vessels, icariin, the active ingredient in horny goat weed for an extended period of time were better able to synthesize nitric oxide in their penile tissue leading to a penile erection (Shindel, 2010).

In a 2007 study, it was found that oral administration of icariin, the active ingredient in horny goat weed, led to more frequent ejaculations and a shorter latency period (Makarova, 2007).

A 2003 study found that icariin inhibited the PDE5 receptor allowing men and women to maintain an erection. The PDE5 receptor is responsible for preventing blood from staying in the prostate/ clitoris.