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Genuine yohimbe bark comes from an evergreen tree species called pausinystalia yohimbe in West Africa and Cameroon. The active ingredient in yohimbe bark is called alkaloid yohimbine, which is the pharmaceutical grade form. Yohimbe bark is also sold as an herbal supplement and has a number of health benefits.
History
Yohimbe bark was originally used in western Africa to treat leprosy, fevers and coughs. People in that part of the world also used it for pupil dilation and as a local anesthetic. People may still be able to benefit from these uses today.
Significance
Yohimbe bark is primarily used for treating erectile dysfunction in men, according to Yohimbe.org.
Benefits
Yohimbe bark is known to increase testosterone levels in men. Thus, bodybuilders sometimes use it for increasing muscle size and strength, though this benefit has not been clinically proven.
Effects
Yohimbe bark can help relieve angina pain for people with heart problems. It has also been know to reduce hypertension.
Considerations
Yohimbe bark is known for having antioxidant properties, which can help increase a person's immunity, improve cell health and possibly even prevent cancer, according to Livestrong.com.
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