Benefits of Tribulus Terrestris

25 May, 2009 No Comment

Tribulus Terrestris is a taproot herbaceous perennial plant that is cultivated in the warm temperate and tropical zones. It is prevalent in Southern Asia, Africa, Northern Australia and Southern Europe and is also known as Caltrop, Yellow Vine or Puncture Vine.

Tribulus literally means caltrop in English which refers to a spiky weapon and it has been so named owing to the fact that its fruit is five angled and has spikes on its surface.

Tribulus Terrestris boasts of a heritage of medicinal use in ancient Chinese as well as Ayurvedic medicine and is known as Gokshura in India. This herb gained wide acclamation in Eastern Europe in the 1970s where it was publicized as an aphrodisiac. The leaves of this herb contain active compounds called saponins, to which it owes most of its medicinal properties.

Uses of Tribulus Terrestris:
This herb is used to treat an array of ailments and is also known to boost the immune system by having a positive effect for the production of red blood cells on bone marrow activity.

Its aphrodisiac qualities make it an ideal herbal remedy for combating erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, loss of sex drive and infertility. It is also widely recommended for treating prostrate problems. The sterols found in Tribulus are effective against prostrate swelling and cancer and act along with X steroidal saponins to yield beneficial results.

Tribulus Terrestris has also been found beneficial for treating premenstrual syndrome and is great herbal remedy for battling headaches, rib pain and nervousness. It also has properties that help lower blood pressure and is also used in the treatment of various eye disorders such as conjunctivitis and blurred vision.

Its diuretic antiseptic properties help fight urinary tract infection, renal calculi and dysurea. One of the most significant qualities of Puncture Vine is to raise the level of testosterone which makes it an amazing anabolic substance. It is recommended as a dietary supplement for bodybuilders and athletes and enables them to pack on lean muscle mass.

How to take Tribulus Terrestris?
It is recommended to take this as dietary supplement in a restricted dosage of 85-250 mg thrice a day with meals. You must take the product after consultation with a physician in the prescribed dosage to serve the purpose you intend taking it for. This herb may result in toxicity and is not recommended for children or pregnant and nursing women.