Health Benefits of Damiana

Damiana also known as turnera diffusa, belonging to the passifloraceae (passionflower) family, is a shrub native to southern Texas in the United States, Central America, Mexico, South America and the Caribbean. Damiana has a strong spice-like smell similar to chamomile.  

Traditionally, damiana has been used as an aphrodisiac and to treat bladder and urinary issues. 

Damiana has also been used as an expectorant and laxative. 

Damiana contains antioxidants and has anti-viral, anti-cancer and anti-bacterial properties. 

Damiana may help reduce stress, including anxiety and nervousness. Damiana is considered an adaptogen which is a non-toxic plant that helps protect the body from the effects of stress. 

Damiana may help your libido. Damiana increases the flow of oxygen to the pelvic region. Damiana may improve sexual arousal and improve erectile dysfunction. Damiana may also improve sexual stamina.   

Damiana may also improve vaginal dryness, pms and menopause symptoms. 

Damiana may also prevent diabetes, improve digestion and respiratory diseases. Damiana may also alleviate headaches. 

Damiana may also help boost your mood.

Damiana may have side effects including, changes in blood sugar, convulsions and other serious symptoms after taking 200mg of damiana. 

As always consult your physician.  

Sources: 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9182839/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0926669011004808

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3731873/

https://www.healthline.com/health/damiana-ancient-aphrodisiac 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turnera_diffusa

https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/damiana