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Yohimbine vs. Yohimbe

Thursday, April 23, 2009
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Yohimbe is a Tree

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    Yohimbe is an evergreen tree that grows in regions of Africa. Yohimbe bark taken from the trees is sold and used in various supplements and medicines.

Yohimbine is a Component of Yohimbe

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    Yohimbine on the other hand is the main alkaloid within yohimbe. It is the active component that produces the desired effects from yohimbe bark.

Yohimbe Bark as a Holistic Medicine

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    Yohimbe bark has been used for hundreds of years as a holistic, herbal medicine. It has been used for many different applications including as an aphrodisiac and as a ritualistic hallucinogen.

Yohimbine Acts as a Receptor Blocker

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    As a receptor blocker, it blocks the path of neurotransmitters, specifically of epinephrine, and causes epinephrine to therefore have a higher circulation level in blood, which leads to a higher heart rate, among other effects.

Yohimbine for Sexual Dysfunction

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    Yohimbine has been used in various treatments for sexual dysfunction and as an active ingredient in prescription drugs targeting erectile dysfunction.

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