Herbs containing menthol relieve fatigue in men, tone up, help with colds and have many other beneficial properties. But many have heard of the effects of calming plants on libido. Not knowing whether mint affects male potency, some refuse to drink medicines or tea based on it. Meanwhile, in traditional medicine, this plant is used in the treatment of sexual weakness. In order for mint to help you, you must follow several rules regarding its collection and consumption.
Peppermint helps treat erectile dysfunction
Mint and potency in men are not directly related. But the plant, through its influence on the nervous system, creates the conditions necessary for stabilizing erections and increasing libido. Drinks and preparations based on this plant 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 is important to know this!Doctors recommend taking mint to treat erectile dysfunction as an auxiliary treatment method. The decoction and infusion without the use of drugs are drunk only as a preventative measure. Herbal medicine alone is only suitable for uncomplicated disorders and a slight decrease in potency due to stress.
Range of uses of the plant and its properties
In traditional medicine, mint is still used for insomnia, nausea, arrhythmias, 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 systems, 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 clinicians.
The biochemical composition of mint has the following actions:
- sedative;
- an acid;
- antiemetic;
- analgesic and antispasmodic;
- antiseptic;
- antipruritics;
- astringent;
- anti-inflammatory;
- choleretic;
- expectorant;
- hypotonic;
- refreshing;
- Tonic.
In official medicine, mint leaves or preparations based on them are prescribed to men and women for neurological disorders/diseases, emotional lability, mental/physical fatigue, stress and depression. The herb also helps eliminate their consequences: arrhythmia, decreased potency, insomnia and other disorders. The plant is also used in gastrology, cardiology and dentistry. Mint is used in aromatherapy, cooking and cosmetology to care for skin and hair.
Possibilities of mint to strengthen masculine power
Doctors in most cases cite the consequences of neurological stress as the cause of low potency. These are psycho-emotional 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 reason for the 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 hormones can adversely affect the duration of coitus and often worsen mental balance. Mints gently correct testosterone synthesis and therefore 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 is caused by a sharp decrease in testosterone levels and inhibition of nervous system functions.
Are there any side effects?
Mint 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 proven that the plant reduces testosterone levels if you drink mint preparations or tea, decoctions and other remedies for more than a month and a half. There are no negative effects on potency associated with the consumption of menthol chewing gum, added culinary products or other food products.
Mint has a pronounced sedative effect. This greatly relaxes the nervous system and a person's strong emotions and physical activity are subdued. This will have a depressing effect on libido and reduce the severity of sensations during sexual intercourse. The herb also reduces blood pressure, thereby causing loss of energy in people suffering from hypotension.
In case of overdose of mint preparations, clinicians have noted the following reactions in patients:
- a sharp decrease in blood pressure;
- drowsiness;
- lethargy;
- bronchospasm;
- angina pain;
- bradycardia;
- worsened sleep;
- decreased libido.
Mint has a harmful effect on a man if he exceeds his dose or drinks pharmaceutical/folk 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 forbidden 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, reducing the chances of conceiving a child. Therefore, it is not recommended to use mints and tea if sperm activity is low.
The negative effect of mint on male potency is due to an increase in estrogen production. Erection worsens due to hormonal imbalance. This is why this herb should not be used if testosterone levels are low (before the onset of andropause or in men over 50).
Relative contraindications include hypotension and bradycardia. Men with this diagnosis can use mint after medical consultation. The medications are prescribed in reduced doses or as a course of 3 to 7 days.
A variety of recipes for good potency in men
Traditional medicine is rich in recipes for mint-based remedies for sexual impotence and erectile dysfunction. The herb will benefit men who are not allergic to its composition and have normal testosterone levels. Equally good reviews come from the use of decoctions, alcohol tinctures and water. But for diseases, folk remedies are used in combination with medications.
Short treatments are recommended for men. Mint products are consumed orally for 2-3 weeks. Then they take a break for 1-2 months. To avoid harm to the body, only a doctor can extend continuous use up to 30-45 days.
Popular folk remedies with mint to improve potency:
| Means | Components | Preparation | Administration mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mint infusion | Without a blade 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 tincture are added. | The product is taken between meals 2 to 3 times a day. |
| Herbal infusion | 250 ml boiling water, 1 tbsp. with a bunch of St. John's wort, peppermint leaves, motherwort, thyme | The collection is steamed for a quarter of an hour, the liquid is filtered, sweetened with honey | Drink 200 ml 3 times a day 20 minutes before meals |
| Herbal decoction | 200 ml of water and collecting plants: 2 tbsp. motherwort, hops, oregano (meadowmint, motherwort), 1 tbsp. valerian | Put 1 tbsp in water. L. raw materials, let boil, leave for 20 minutes, filter | Drink 150-200 ml after lunch and in the evening |
| Mint tea (to support potency, prevent stress) | 2-3 leaves of grass, ½ tsp. black or green tea, a glass of boiling water | The raw materials are brewed, filtered, sweetened with honey | Drink 1 cup of beverage every afternoon |
Many men speak positively about balneotherapy at home. To support potency, increase resistance to stress 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 extract of string, calendula, hops, nettle and pine needles.
Advice!Before taking a bath, take a shower first. The herbal mixture is added to water at a temperature not higher than 39 ºC. The procedure is carried out before bedtime for 15-20 minutes. Pat the skin dry with a warm towel without rubbing!
Proper collection of raw materials and preparation at home
To clean the mint from dust before cutting, the stems are irrigated with a watering can and allowed to dry completely. It is important to respect collection deadlines. You cannot take plants near the road, landfill or cemetery.
Proper preparation of mint:
- collected in the first half of summer;
- choose grass from an environmentally friendly location;
- cut the stems with a sharp knife;
- collected in dry weather;
- cut after the dew has dried;
- take mature stems without damage;
- cut off the top third of the stem;
- actively flowering mint is prepared;
- cut stems protect from the sun.
After cutting, the top of the mint is tied loosely into bundles. They are hung in a shaded, well-ventilated place. It is also allowed to pick the inflorescences and leaves from the stems, spread them in a thin layer in a dryer or on a white cloth and mix them daily. It is impossible for rain, sunlight and dew to fall on the raw materials. The degree of drying is checked by rubbing. The crumpled sheet should crack and break between your fingers and not be soft.
After drying, the mint stalks are cut into pieces of 1. 5-2 cm and the leaves can be crushed with hands. Finished raw materials are stored in tightly closed jars to prevent evaporation of essential substances.
Plants with similar effects
There are peppermint, lemon mint (lemon balm), spearmint, longleaf mint, wild mint and other types of plants. They are interchangeable. The products use a standard proportion: 1 tablespoon. L. raw materials for 250 ml of water. Any herb containing a high amount of menthol can replace mint. Motherwort (oregano), ivy budra, and lemon catnip can work in a similar way. But plectranthus (an indoor variety of the plant) 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 illnesses and conditions that cause a deterioration in erection or libido. The advisability of using the plant is assessed after examination, but this rule applies only to the treatment of sexual dysfunction. In the reviews, doctors say that weak mint tea can be drunk by men constantly in the evening 2-3 times a week. This concentration and rhythm of consumption does not affect testosterone levels, relieves fatigue, increases resistance to stress and indirectly maintains potency at the desired level.