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Horny Goat Weed (100 grams)

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Horny Goat Weed

One translation of the Chinese name means “The Herb for the Man that likes It Too Much, Like a Goat.”

The story goes that a man noticed his goats being particularly randy after eating the leaves of a certain bush. He tried the leaves for himself…and he and his wife were happier.

Although that is its primary use, the truth is this herb does quite a bit more than just that. Known as Yin Yang Huo in China this plant has been used for thousands of years.

Epimedium

Icariin

The so called “active” constituent of epimedium is icariin, a unique flavonoid. What is special about this molecule is that it is a PDE5 inhibitor. That probably doesn’t mean much to you until you know that this is what the various Erectile Dysfunction drugs are too.

PDE5 is an enzyme that breaks down the result of nitric oxide with cGMP pathway, causing the erectile tissue to lose its blood flow.

This is just one of the effects of Horny Goat Weed powder.*

While some people extract just the icariin out of this plant, turning it into something akin to these drugs, we provide a full plant extract. Ours is not standardized, but has roughly 1-3% icariin. If you’re looking for a 40+% icariin, that’s not what we carry or recommend.

Icariin

Nitric Oxide and PDE5

Horny goat weed powder also helps to boost nitric oxide, not just inhibit its breakdown.* This has been shown to work through several different pathways in rabbits.[1] Also direct injection into the penis of rats increased penile blood pressure.[2] (We absolutely don’t recommend that way of administering it.)

Don’t take this expecting the same exact effects of the little blue pill or similar drugs. It is an herbal extract not a drug.

But perhaps it can restore your own body to a healthful, more vigorous level. Epimedium has been shown to not just work on NO in the moment but also up-regulate genes associated with nitric oxide production in ways that other PDE5 inhibitors do not.[3]*

Other Non-Bedroom Performance Benefits

  • Helps with Bone Mineral Density [4][5]*
  • Cardiovascular Benefits [3]*
  • Androgens Mimetic Properties [6]*
  • Rich in Bioflavonoids with Antioxidant Properties [7]*
  • Protects DNA [8]*
  • Emotional Balancing Effects [9]*
  • Mediates HPA Axis and Stress [10][11]*
  • Neuro-Protective [12]*
  • Nerve Regeneration [13]*
  • Supports Blood Pressure*

Traditional Chinese Medicinal Uses

  • Organ Meridians affected: Kidney and Liver*
  • Tonifies the Kidney Yang*
  • Used to support Sex Drive, Impotence, Infertility, Urinary Frequency, Forgetfulness, Lower Back Pain*
  • Strengthens Lung Qi*
  • Strengthens Sinews and Bones*
  • Expels Wind-Damp-Cold*

Phyto-Estrogens in Epimedium

Because of its Yang nature this herb is mostly used by men, but can certainly be used by women too. Like other herbs the dosage is often cut in half. For best effects it is also combined with yin bedroom natural performance enchancing supplements.

It does contain phyto-estrogens, Icaritin and Desmethylicaritin, which were shown to raise the levels of estrogen in post-menopausal women.[14]*

Based on lots of men taking this natural performance supplement for positive performance in the bedroom effects, I don’t think these phyto-estrogens are going to raise your estrogen levels or decrease male hormones in any way. One study with men found no estrogenic activity [15]*

Epimedium Dosage and Directions

We have a 10:1 Water Extract available of Epimedium grandiflorum. Roughly 10% non-GMO corn maltodextrin is used to make this powdered extract from the liquid extraction. This is far from isolated icariin as some other companies sell.

The recommended dose is 1/2 to 1 teaspoon which is 2-4 grams. Some people like to take it 30-60 minutes before intercourse.

Other people will find better results when they take it daily for a few weeks. The same dose of 1 teaspoon per day can be done.

Contraindications: Not for use with those with yin deficiency with heat signs. Can also be drying.

warning
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Additional information

Weight 0.25 lbs
Dimensions 9 × 7 × 3 in
Size & Servings

100g / 25-50 servings per bag
Dosage

1/2-1 Tsp Twice Daily
Type

10:1 Full Spectrum Water Extract
Active Constituents

1-3% Icariin
Product of

China
Dietary

Gluten Free, Vegan Friendly
Does Not Contain

GMO's, Fillers, Preservatives, Added Sugar, Artificial Flavorings or Colorings
Contains

10% Non-GMO Corn Maltodextrin
ISBN

0737534349731

References

  1. Epimedium brevicornum Maxim extract relaxes rabbit corpus cavernosum through multitargets on nitric oxide/cyclic guanosine monophosphate signaling pathway
    J-H Chiu – K-K Chen – T-M Chien – W-F Chiou – C-C Chen – J-Y Wang – W-Y Lui – C-W Wu – Int J Impot Res International Journal of Impotence Research – 2006
  2. Effect of Epimedium brevicornum Maxim extract on elicitation of penile erection in the rat
    Kuang-Kuo Chen – Jen-Hwey Chiu – Urology – 2006
  3. Icariin enhances endothelial nitric-oxide synthase expression on human endothelial cells in vitro
    Hai-Bin Xu – Zhao-Quan Huang – Vascular Pharmacology – 2007
  4. Icariine stimulates proliferation and differentiation of human osteoblasts by increasing production of bone morphogenetic protein 2.
    Yin XX, Chen ZQ, Liu ZJ, Ma QJ, Dang GT. Chin Med J (Engl). 2007 Feb 5;120(3):204-10.
  5. Epimedium-Derived Phytoestrogen Flavonoids Exert Beneficial Effect on Preventing Bone Loss in Late Postmenopausal Women: A 24-Month Randomized, Double-Blind and Placebo-Controlled Trial
    Ge Zhang – Ling Qin – Yinyu Shi – J Bone Miner Res Journal of Bone and Mineral Research – 2007
  6. The testosterone mimetic properties of icariin
    Zhen-Bao Zhang – Qing-Tao Yang – Asian Journal of Andrology Asian J Andrology – 2006
  7. Chemical constituents of roots of Epimedium wushanense and evaluation of their biological activities
    J. Xie – W. Sun – K. Duan – Y. Zhang – Natural Product Research – 2007
  8. Protective effect oficariinon DNA against radical-induced oxidative damage
    Feng Zhao – You-Zhi Tang – Zai-Qun Liu – Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology – 2007
  9. Antidepressant-like effect of icariin and its possible mechanism in mice
    Ying Pan – Lingdong Kong – Xing Xia – Weiyun Zhang – Zhonghao Xia – Fuxin Jiang – Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior – 2005
  10. Icariin from Epimedium brevicornum attenuates chronic mild stress-induced behavioral and neuroendocrinological alterations in male Wistar rats
    Ying Pan – Ling-Dong Kong – Yu-Cheng Li – Xing Xia – Hsiang-Fu Kung – Fu-Xing Jiang – Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior – 2007
  11. Epimedium Flavonoids Counteract the Side Effects of Glucocorticoids on Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis
    Jianhua Huang – Jijun Li – Songbai Zheng – Junzhen Wu – Wei Zhang – Tao Sun – Sheilesh Dewan – Bill Kalionis – Ziyin Shen – Xiantao Tai – Shijin Xia – Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine – 2013
  12. Protective Effects Of Icariin Against Learning And Memory Deficits Induced By Aluminium In Rats
    Yong Luo – Jing Nie – Qi-Hai Gong – Yuan-Fu Lu – Qin Wu – Jing-Shan Shi – Clin Exp Pharmacol Physiol Clinical and Experimental Pharmacology and Physiology – 2007
  13. Lumbricus extract promotes the regeneration of injured peripheral nerve in rats
    Shaoyin Wei – Xiaofeng Yin – Yuhui Kou – Baoguo Jiang – Journal of Ethnopharmacology – 2009
  14. Herba Epimedii water extract elevates estrogen level and improves lipid metabolism in postmenopausal women
    Fang-Fang Yan – Yan Liu – Yun-Fang Liu – Yu-Xia Zhao – Phytother. Res. Phytotherapy Research – 2008
  15. Bioassays for Estrogenic Activity: Development and Validation of Estrogen Receptor (ERα/ERβ) and Breast Cancer Proliferation Bioassays to Measure Serum Estrogenic Activity in Clinical Studies
    J. Li – L. Lee – Y. Gong – P. Shen – S.p. Wong – Stephen Wise – E.l. Yong – ASSAY and Drug Development Technologies – 2009
  16. Ethanol extract from Epimedium brevicornum attenuates left ventricular dysfunction and cardiac remodeling through down-regulating matrix metalloproteinase-2 and -9 activity and myocardial apoptosis in rats with congestive heart failure
    Yao-Hong Song – Bao-Shi Li – Xiang-Min Chen – Hui Cai – International Journal of Molecular Medicine Int J Mol Med – 2008
  17. Radiant Health (Warner Books, 1998)Teeguarden, Ron
  18. Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Vol.II Materia Medica & Herbal July 1, 1998

Lab Results

  1. Identity Certificate of Analysis
  2. Heavy Metals and Microbiology Certificate of Analysis
  3. GMO Certificate of Analysis
  4. Full-Spectrum Minerals Report

FAQ

Details about Horny Goat Weed:

What is Horny Goat Weed?
Also known by its Latin name Epimedium or Chinese name, Yin Yang Huo, this is a flowering plant that has long been used in Chinese medicine. The legend tells of goats that ate it and then preceded to have lots of sex, hence the common name. The leaves are used for their effects.
What is horny goat weed good for?
As the name implies the main benefits that people take this herb for are sexual in nature. It may help to increase the desire for sex as well as have benefits to performance. That being said it is considered a Yang Jing herb and thus has many other benefits including effects on DNA, bone strength and connective tissues, being neuro-protective and more.
What species of Epimedium is this?
Epimedium grandiflorum. There are many other types that are used interchangeably, though there is likely some differences. These include Epimedium sagittatum, Epimedium rubrum, Epimedium alpinum, Epimedium brevicornum, Epimedium koreanum, Epimedium niveum, and others.
How is this packaged? I don't want it to say Horny Goat Weed on the package.
You can see the picture of what our bag looks like, and yes it does say Horny Goat Weed on it. You’re welcome to discard the outer bag, and just keep the inner bag, or put this into an unlabeled jar though. But it will not say Horny Goat Weed on the post office package.

Quality:

What kind of extract is your horny goat weed?
This is a hot water extract. It is considered 10:1, meaning kilograms of plants are used to produce one kilogram of finished extract.
Does this come from China?
Yes, the vast majority of epimedium grows in China, and that is where it became popularly used in Chinese medicine.
Is there anything else in this extract powder?
Yes. In order to turn the liquid into powder a small amount (around 10%) of maltodextrin (derived from non-GMO corn) is used.
Is your horny goat weed vegan-friendly?
Yes, there is no goat in it or any other animals.

How to Take Horny Goat Weed:

When to take horny goat weed?
Some people like to take horny goat weed shortly before sex, like a half an hour. This is really likely to give more of a placebo mental boost than anything. The effects are not so specific to the timing. Simply take this herb in the morning, afternoon, or night as best fits your schedule.
Does this come in capsules?
No, not from us currently, but you can put the powder in capsules yourself.
This is so bitter, what is the best way to take it?
Please see our How to Take Horny Goat Weed Video for details. You can mix it in water, quickly down it, or mix it into smoothies which can override the taste. Another option is to throw the spoonful in your mouth and swallow it like a capsule. While you’ll still taste it, this helps to minimize the taste.
Should I take horny goat weed every day?
While some people may notice effects just by a single dose, most people will get better effects by taking it daily for a period of time, so the answer is yes. However, see the next question and answer.
Should I cycle horny goat weed?
It is not recommended to take horny goat weed long term as it is a fairly strong herb. If you’re taking it every day take some time off every 4-6 weeks.
How should I ingest this?
Horny Goat weed, like all of the powdered products we carry, can be taken orally, however you prefer. Some options are, a spoonful of the recommended dosage chased with water, mixed in juice or other liquid and drank, added to a smoothie or steeped in hot, not boiling water, as a tea.

Effects:

Can women use horny goat weed?
Yes. It works great for women for the same benefits as men take it.
Can young people use it?
While it is generally used for older people, if younger people need it they can use it too. Not recommended for kids.
Does this work instantly?
It depends on what you mean by work. I’ll assume those asking this question are talking about the sexual benefits. Some people may notice benefits right away. Other people may need to be taking it daily for a month before they notice benefits. Still, others may not notice benefits. Everyone is different, which is why we recommend you experiment. Only you can know by trying it, and that’s also why we offer a 365 Day Money Back Guarantee.
How long does it last once it kicks in?
Again, this does NOT operate like certain ED drugs, so don’t expect it to.

Side Effects and Interactions:

Is horny goat weed safe?
Generally, yes. Because it is quite a hot herb, some possible side effects include dizziness, headache, rapid heartbeat, dry mouth and in rare cases nosebleeds. These are most likely to occur if too much is taken, and not likely at our recommended dose.
Can pregnant or breastfeeding women use this?
No, it is not generally recommended as it is untested. It is helpful in getting pregnant though…
Is this safe with high or low blood pressure?
Horny Goat Weed is known to lower blood pressure. Thus, it may be useful in cases of high blood pressure but check with your doctor if you are on medications. If you have low blood pressure also check with your doctor before using.
Are there interactions with any other drugs?
Epimedium may also slow blood clotting so it may interact with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Will it show on drug tests for any reason?
There is nothing in here that should show up on a drug test.

Constituents:

Why is there only 1-3% icariin content on the horny goat weed?
This is a full spectrum extract of horny goat weed. It is not standardized. It is not heavily concentrated like some other companies sell. Icariin is only weakly a PDE5 anyway. By having the whole plant present you can get more of the full benefits the plant can provide, rather than making this something closer to a drug.
Does it contain any phyto-estrogen?
Yes, horny goat weed does contain phyto-estrogens, including Icaritin and Desmethylicaritin. While the word phyto-estrogen scares some men off, it is important to note that having phyto-estrogens is not necessarily a bad thing. Phyto-estrogens are found in many foods including most nuts and seeds, most whole grains, cinnamon, olive oil, garlic, onions, blackberries, and others. Horny Goat Weed wouldn’t have the reputation it has if it had a feminizing effect on men. In fact, one study found no estrogenic effect on men, despite it having these.

Combinations with Other Herbs:

Can I mix this with other testosterone-boosting herbs?
Absolutely.
What can I use along with Horny Goat Weed for better sexual effects?
We recommend you check out our Thor’s Hammer Formula. In addition to the Epimedium, you’ll find tongkat ali, cistanche, shilajit, and mucuna which all have different functions in supporting sexual health. You can take our formula, or mix and match any of these herbs, as well as several others including pine pollen, ashwagandha, cordyceps, schisandra, black ant, he shou wu, maca and others.

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52 reviews for Horny Goat Weed (100 grams)

  1. Animal (verified owner) –

    I didn’t technically order this, they confused it with something else but I like it.

  2. Mark Tucker (verified owner) –

    Stuff definitely puts me in the mood.

  3. richard lewis (verified owner) –

    Just remember quality isn’t cheap. This product is amazing.

  4. RS.CJ.2015 (verified owner) –

    Excellent all round customer service, excellent quality products.

  5. Anthony Jones (verified owner) –

    This product works but different amounts work better for different groups.

  6. Hardy Falkenhagen (verified owner) –

    Good stuff

  7. Sam Scott –

    Great product and fast shipping!

  8. Daniel Lopez –

    Overall not bad just a little pricey for me

  9. Louis Dyson (verified owner) –

    He Shou Wu does exactly what the information says it is for, in my case I needed to be patient, it took a little time took a little time before it really started working.

  10. Ted Etheredge –

    My hair is turning back to its original color or salt and pepper from grey. I believe whatever it is doing inside me to make that happen is cleaning up years of bad habits.

  11. L Sandrock –

    product is awesome, arrived very quickly.

  12. alia ahmad (verified owner) –

    Amazing quality and worth buying with its benefits.

  13. David Martinez (verified owner) –

    I use it on occasions it does make me feel good where it counts

  14. richard lewis (verified owner) –

    Great Quality Product

  15. Hugh Carrington Iii (verified owner) –

    Excellent!

  16. MARK D (verified owner) –

    I really notice a difference when I use this product (no more than once per week). I simply mix it in with my first cup of coffee and enjoy the improvement in energy.

  17. Warner Adachi (verified owner) –

    It is an acquired taste but it is truly as advertised.

  18. Carl L Burrell (verified owner) –

    It was good and what I expected

  19. james flood (verified owner) –

    I like it takes about a hour to kick in makes my heart rate increase. But all in all good stuff.

  20. Johnson, Verdell (verified owner) –

    I ordered some HeShouWu 2-weeks ago and have not received it yet

  21. Curtis Uhrin (verified owner) –

    Great product

  22. richard lewis (verified owner) –

    This is a quality product.

  23. George Trotman (verified owner) –

    I haven’t experienced the efficacy of the product so far

  24. Roberto Ciarroni (verified owner) –

    Hi all

    I take 1 tablespoon Horny Goat Weed, 1 tablespoon Cistanche and 1 tablespoon Beet Juice Powder. I mix them all with natural water. After 30 minutes I have increased sex drive and hard erections.

    I take it 2 days on, 5 days off.

    Don’t take it regulary, because to keep the effect for next time.

  25. Tim (verified owner) –

    Love it, but i would really like this in pill form. Would that be possible ?

    • Chelsea Satterthwaite –

      You can encapsulate our powders yourself if you prefer them in that form. There are some great pill encapsulation kits online. We do hope to encapsulate more of our herbs down the lin. As a small company we have to budget and changing to encapsulation for a product can be costly. It may be a while before everything we offer comes in capsule form. Also, we believe it is important to taste the herb as the first part of the digestion process.

  26. Jay Stolz (verified owner) –

    This horny goat weed is very powerful.It definitely lives up to it’s name. I will definitely order again.

  27. Clifton Grayson (verified owner) –

    It good , I’ll let you know in six mouths

  28. PHIL WARREN (verified owner) –

    HGW was horrible
    Received it in the past and it was fine

  29. James Squire (verified owner) –

    Again, I am not completely sold on whether or not; this herb has produced the claimed results. But it is fairly priced in my opinion.

  30. MS (verified owner) –

    I would have given this 5 stars but may have developed an allergy that included difficulty breathing. (History of allergies and asthma.) I am off of it for a few weeks but will reintroduce it very slowly with my doctors concurrence. It was 3-4 weeks before the allergy demonstrated and during that time my BP was lowered enough that my doctor stopped the BP meds. As for the other benefits, awesome results too! I’m in my 60s and overweight.

    • Chelsea Satterthwaite –

      Hi there MS, I am glad to hear you are working with a doctor to find the right usage of the herbs for your unique chemistry. Everyone is different and the herbs may not work the same way for each of us.
      Thank you for sharing your experience.

  31. Dion Dibiase (verified owner) –

    Useless to me

  32. Jonathan Gomez (verified owner) –

    Really great and good herb.

  33. David Adams (verified owner) –

    Horny goat weed is very useful in restoring libido and sexual function.

  34. Roger Claybaugh (verified owner) –

    Very good herb and does what it says.

  35. Kenneth Middleton Jr. (verified owner) –

    This is another one of their herbs that helps me to feel virile, feel the tingle in my loins, a feeling all men know, when a pretty woman walks by.
    For maximum effectiveness, I use it at most once a week if at all.

  36. Grady Waggener (verified owner) –

    Works well on libido issues.

  37. James Squire (verified owner) –

    Seems to deliver as described in the details page.

  38. Ken Thompson (verified owner) –

    Okay this is all kind of personal. So I won’t go into details. All I will say is that this product does what it is supposed to do. And yes, I’m happy with the results. I would recommend it to any guy who needs it.

  39. kstiles.css (verified owner) –

    I love this stuff! Personally, I find the Horny Goat Weed with lower icariin seems to work best. I guess the entire herb is more synergistic. This stuff worked great when taken every day for 2 weeks. After 2 weeks, it seemed to taper off. So… I will start cycling this herb with other herbs that provide the same results.

  40. Joe Arredondo (verified owner) –

    This product has far exceed my expectation for ED works far better than [redacted].

  41. Loke Kok Leong (verified owner) –

    Product not effective and I feel no difference taking it.

  42. Robert Moorman (verified owner) –

    Excellent product. Will buy again.

  43. Christopher Soto (verified owner) –

    Good herb jus gotta get past the taste

  44. loub451 (verified owner) –

    “Also direct injection into the penis of rats increased penile blood pressure.”
    As it would mine!!!!!!!!
    Taking several herbs from L.E.H. and in my experience, this one seems to work as advertised.

  45. rmhvac1962 (verified owner) –

    I’m 55, this product worked as advertised, I will continue to purchase it.

  46. Terrence (verified owner) –

    Just bought this product and omg the best ever !!! Urges grew extremely it’s like my sexy drive is stronger than ever I will buy this again n again n again etc etc I love this !

  47. Nick –

    Wow this stuff made me hard as a rock and crazy horny all day. Came more than ever – like multiple 10 spurt loads per day. Love it. Will buy more no question.

  48. bordesgaetan83 –

    just wanted to try it im 30 y.old boy it gets to me every time my gf is seeing change in libido and its rock solid too lol thinking try thor’s hammer after

  49. Mark (verified owner) –

    I’m 60 and a sufferer of diabetes. It had completely destroyed by libido to the point of flat lining. Within two to three weeks of using this product I was amazed at the results I got from it. I use 1 teaspoon twice a day in my coffee. It seems to go well in hot too.

    • Zane Christopher –

      Excellent Mark. Go to know for future diabetes sufferers!

  50. Joe (verified owner) –

    Great Stuff!! Noticed an increase in libido right away. Took one teaspoon a day and lowered the dose to every other day after 1 week.
    very potent. Probably the only product I have taken that actually increased libido. Looking forward to trying Thors Hammer.

  51. Eric –

    Ok, this is the real, and it is very potent… Just received it, and already feeling the affects. Bingo !!! Lol, not everyday a product does, as they say what it will do. I believe, I’m going to have to try everything on this site. These people are straight, about their products. Keep up the good work, Lost Empire Herbs 🙂

  52. [email protected] –

    Excellent all round customer service, excellent quality products.

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