Herbs with menthol relieve fatigue in men, tonify, help with colds and have many other useful properties. But many have heard of the sedative effects of herbs on libido. Not knowing whether mint affects male potency, some refuse to drink medications or tea based on it. Meanwhile, in folk medicine this plant is used in the treatment of sexual weakness. For mint to help, you must follow some rules for its collection and consumption.
Peppermint helps treat erectile dysfunction
Mint and strength in men are not directly related. But the plant, with its influence on the nervous system, creates conditions for stabilizing erection and increasing 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 increases erection and sexual desire.
It is important to know!Doctors recommend taking mint for erectile dysfunction as an adjunctive treatment method. Decoction and infusion without the use of drugs are drunk only for prevention. Herbal medicine itself is suitable only in cases of uncomplicated disorders and slight decrease in strength due to stress.
The range of uses of the plant and its properties
In folk medicine, mint is always used for insomnia, nausea, arrhythmia, as well as 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 migraine, heartburn, toothache, sore throat, stomatitis, acne and inflammatory diseases. The therapeutic properties of peppermint have been confirmed by scientists and doctors.
The biochemical composition of peppermint 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 stability, mental/physical fatigue, stress and depression. The plant also helps to eliminate their consequences: arrhythmia, decreased power, insomnia and other disorders. The plant is also used in gastrology, cardiology and dentistry. Mint is used in aromatherapy, cooking and cosmetology for skin and hair treatment.
The possibilities of mint for strengthening male power
Doctors in most cases cite the consequences of neurological stress as the cause of poor potency. These are psycho-emotional instability, insomnia, fear of failure, disorders of the nervous and cardiovascular systems. Since mint has a calming effect, it automatically eliminates the factor that provokes a decrease in potency and sexual desire.
The tonic property of peppermint eliminates another reason for the deterioration of erection and sexual desire. Products based on it relieve physical fatigue, muscle tension and nervousness 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 the male hormone can negatively affect the duration of coitus and often worsen the mental balance. Mint gently corrects the synthesis of testosterone, and therefore automatically normalizes potency.
Careful!An overdose should not be allowed when consumed by men, as mint in this case has a depressing effect on potency. Sexual impotence or unstable erection occurs due to a sharp drop in testosterone levels and inhibition of nervous system functions.
Are there any side effects?
Mint is considered a feminine herb due to its high content of phytoestrogens. In men, side effects appear only with prolonged uncontrolled consumption of drinks and medications based on it. Tests have proven that the plant reduces testosterone levels if you drink preparations or peppermint tea, decoctions and other medicines for more than 1. 5 months. There are no negative effects on potency from consuming menthol chewing gum, kitchen products with the addition of menthol, or other food products.
Mint has a pronounced calming effect. It greatly relaxes the nervous system, and a person's lively emotions and physical activity subside. This will have a depressing effect on libido and reduce the intensity of sensations during sex. The plant also lowers blood pressure, so it causes loss of energy in people with low blood pressure.
In case of overdose of mint preparations, clinicians noticed the following reactions in patients:
- a sharp drop in blood pressure;
- drowsiness;
- lethargy;
- bronchospasm;
- angina pain;
- bradycardia;
- deterioration of sleep;
- decreased sexual desire.
Mint has a harmful effect on a man if he exceeds its dose or drinks pharmaceutical/folk remedies or strong tea for a long time. The only exception is an allergic reaction: it occurs immediately after consuming mint preparations.
When should you not take peppermint?
Mint and products based on it are prohibited to take if you are hypersensitive to its biochemical composition. The herb impairs the motility of male reproductive cells, which reduces the chance of conceiving a child. Therefore, it is not recommended to use mint and tea if sperm activity is weak.
The negative effect of mint on male potency is due to increased estrogen production. 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 for men over 50).
Relative contraindications include hypotension and bradycardia. Men with this diagnosis can use mint after medical consultation. Medicines are prescribed in a reduced dose or in a 3-7 day course.
Variety of recipes for good potency in men
Traditional medicine is rich in prescriptions for mint remedies for sexual impotence and erectile dysfunction. This herb will benefit men who are not allergic to its composition and have normal testosterone levels. Equally good reviews remain from the use of decoctions, alcohol and water solutions. But for diseases, folk remedies are used in combination with medications.
Short courses of treatment are recommended for men. Mint products are consumed orally for 2-3 weeks. Then they take a break for 1-2 months. To avoid harming the body, only a doctor can extend continuous use to 30-45 days.
Folk folk remedies with mint to improve potency:
| Means | Components | Preparation | Mode of administration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peppermint infusion | Without a slide 1 dessert spoon of crushed raw materials, 150 ml of water | Leaves and inflorescences are steamed in boiling water under a lid for 15 minutes. The liquid is filtered, honey and 3 drops of propolis solution are added. | The product is taken between meals 2-3 times a day. |
| Herbal infusion | 250 ml of boiling water, 1 tsp. with a pile of St. John's wort, mint leaves, thyme, thyme | The collection is steamed for a quarter of an hour, the juice is drained, sweetened with honey. | Drink 200 ml 3 times a day 20 minutes before meals |
| Vegetable stew | 200 ml of water and collecting plants: 2 tbsp. motherwort, hops, oregano (meadow mint, motherwort), 1 tsp. valerian | Put 1 tablespoon in water. l. raw materials, bring to a boil, leave for 20 minutes, filter | Drink 150-200 ml after lunch and at night |
| Mint tea (to support energy, prevent stress) | 2-3 leaves of grass, ½ tsp. black or green tea, a glass of boiling water | The raw materials are boiled, filtered, sweetened with honey | Drink 1 glass every afternoon |
Many men speak positively about balneotherapy at home. To support strength, increase resistance to stress and eliminate the effects of overwork or nervous tension, take baths with herbal decoction for a month. For the procedure, be sure to add 1 part of mint, chamomile and sedge to the herbal mixture. They can be combined with thread, calendula, hops, nettle and pine needle extract.
Advice!Before taking a bath, first take a shower. The herbal mixture is added to water at a temperature of no more than 39 ºC. The procedure is performed before bedtime for 15-20 minutes. Wipe the skin with a warm towel without rubbing!
Proper collection of raw materials and preparation at home
To clean mint from dust before cutting, the stems are watered with a can of water and left to dry completely. It is important to respect the collection deadlines. You cannot take plants from roadsides, landfills, or cemeteries.
Proper preparation of mint:
- collected in the first half of summer;
- choose grass in an environmentally friendly place;
- cut the stems with a sharp knife;
- collected in dry weather;
- cut after the dew has dried;
- get mature stems without damage;
- cut the upper 1/3 of the stem;
- actively blooming mint is prepared;
- cut stems provide shelter from the sun.
After cutting, the mint tips are loosely tied in bunches. They hang in a shady and well-ventilated place. It is also allowed to collect bunches of flowers and leaves from the stems, spread them in a thin layer on a dryer or on a white cloth and throw them away every day. It is impossible for rain, sunlight and dew to fall on the raw materials. The rate of drying is controlled by friction. The crushed leaf should bounce and break between your fingers and not be limp.
After drying, the mint stems are cut into 1. 5-2 cm pieces. The leaves can be crushed by hand. Finished raw materials are stored in hermetically sealed jars to prevent evaporation of essential substances.
Plants with similar effects
There are spearmint, lemon balm (lemon balm), peppermint, longleaf mint, wild mint and other types of plants. They are interchangeable. The products use a standard proportion: 1 tbsp. l. raw materials for 250 ml of water. Any herb that contains a large amount of menthol can replace mint. Motherwort (oregano), ivy powder and lemon catnip can act similarly. But plectranthus (a variety of indoor plant) has no medicinal properties, but is used as an aromatic addition to tea.
CONCLUSION
It is a myth that peppermint improves potency in all men. In reality, doctors prescribe it for some diseases and conditions that lead to deterioration of erection or sexual desire. The appropriateness of the use of the drug is assessed after the examination, but this rule applies only to the treatment of sexual dysfunction. In reviews, doctors say that weak mint tea can be drunk by men at night 2-3 times a week continuously. 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.