Men’s Health Botanical Blend
Men’s Health Botanical Blend is a loose-leaf herbal tisane featuring five botanicals drawn from different traditional herbal systems. The combination brings together saw palmetto, damiana, gymnema, codonopsis and yerba mate in a distinctive infusion with earthy, herbaceous and gently bitter notes. Yerba mate contributes a naturally stimulating, caffeine-containing character, making this blend particularly suited to a daytime tea ritual.
Ingredients
Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens), damiana (Turnera diffusa), gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre), codonopsis (Codonopsis pilosula), yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis).
Research on Individual Ingredients
This blend contains several botanicals with a long history of use in men’s health-focused herbal preparations. A number of the principal ingredients have been investigated independently in scientific research. Here are some links for those interested in exploring the published literature:
- Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens) – Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) is a palm native to the southeastern United States. Its berries have a long history of traditional use and have been extensively investigated in botanical research relating to men’s health. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37345871/ and https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38804752/
- Damiana (Turnera diffusa) – Damiana (Turnera diffusa) is a fragrant botanical traditionally used in herbal preparations in Mexico and Central America. Its leaves contribute a distinctive aromatic character to herbal blends. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24468305/
- Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre) – Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre) is a climbing plant with a history of use in traditional Indian herbal practices. Its leaves contain naturally occurring compounds known as gymnemic acids, which have been studied for their interaction with sweet taste perception and metabolic processes. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34467577/ and https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28459647/
- Codonopsis (Codonopsis pilosula) – Codonopsis (Codonopsis pilosula) is a root botanical traditionally used in Chinese herbal preparations. It contributes an earthy herbal note and is sometimes referred to as dang shen. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38803438/
- Yerba Mate (Ilex paraguariensis) – Yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) is a South American botanical traditionally enjoyed as an infusion. It naturally contains caffeine and contributes a robust, pleasantly bitter character to the finished tea. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18948179/
Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
Directions
Adult men: Steep 1 to 1.5 teaspoons in just-boiled water for 10 to 12 minutes, covered. Best enjoyed in the morning or early afternoon.
Safety / Important Information
Contains caffeine from yerba mate. Individuals sensitive to caffeine should use caution. Avoid combining with excessive amounts of other caffeinated beverages or stimulant products. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if taking medications or managing a medical condition, particularly diabetes or blood-glucose-related conditions. Gymnema may interact with blood-glucose-lowering medications. Individuals using diabetes medications should seek professional advice before consumption.
Discontinue use if an adverse reaction occurs. Keep out of reach of children. Follow the approved preparation instructions and serving limits.
