What It Is

• Damiana is grown in South America. According to sexual dysfunction counselor Svetlana Ivanova, the people of Mexico have used damiana as a natural aphrodiasac and tonic. It is a fragrant and small shrub whose leaves are used in fertility treatments. The effects can also be an aphrodisiac, a reproductive stimulant, and may improve cases of impotence.
  
  

How It Works

• Damiana can a toning effect on the sexual organs; this can be enhanced by combining it with saw palmetto berries.Women who are having difficulty with conception may see an increase and balancing of hormone levels and egg stimulation. This herb may also have an aphrodisiac effect that aids in conception.
  
  

How To Take It

• Effective ways of taking damiana are by using it as a tea or a liqueur. According to Ivanova, the liqueur can be prepared at home and aged over a month before using. Damiana also comes in capsule form. It can be obtained through health food stores, naturopathic doctors and online through a variety of retailers. According to Ivanova, the best results of damiana come when they are taken in moderation over an extended period of time.
  
  

Complementary Supplements

• Vitamin B6, Zinc, and Vitamin E all may enhance fertility, as well. Improvements to fertility can also be made through physical techniques like weight loss and wearing cooler clothes. Additional herbs can be implemented as well to enhance the possibility of conception and can be determined through consultation with a fertility specialist.
  
  

Caution Using Damiana

• According to Dr. Mike Adams, overuse of damiana can cause liver and blood problems because it interferes with the absorption of iron. It can also overstimulate the body and cause even further conception problems if taken in too large a dose.