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VITAMIN B-1 (THIAMIN HCI) enhances circulation and assists in carbohydrate metabolism.
Anything that increases the demand for the conversion of carbohydrate to energy such as
exercise, sexual activity or carbohydrate foods will increase the likelihood of a
deficiency of B-1.1
VITAMIN B-2 (RIBOFLAVIN) facilitates oxygen use by the body tissues and is necessary for
the activation and uptake of vitamin B-6.2
VITAMIN B-6 (PYRIDOXINE HCI) is involved in the manufacture of most protein-related
compounds. A deficiency of B-6 might encourage the formation of atherosclerosis as well as
depression, irritability and nervousness.3 A noted M.D. and nutritional
scientist has written that the most common nutritional cause of impotency in young men is
deficiency in both zinc and vitamin B-6. With adequate intake, potency should
return.4
NIACIN (AS NIACINAMIDE) decreases blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels, aids in the
synthesis of fats and in the detoxification of several drugs and chemicals in the body and
improves circulation.5
PANTOTHENIC ACID (AS CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE) is known as the "anti-stress"
vitamin. This vitamin is needed to produce vital steroids and cortisone in the adrenal
gland and may be helpful in treating depression and anxiety.6
VITAMIN E (d-ALPHA TOCOPHEROL) is an antioxidant that improves circulation, reduces blood
pressure, improves athletic performance and retards aging.7 In a recent study
of 29,133 men, those randomly assigned to take vitamin E had 32 percent fewer cases of
prostate cancer and 41 percent fewer deaths from the disease after an average follow-up of
six years. The study subjects were given 50 units of vitamin E as d-alpha
tocopherol, the
most biologically active form.8
L-PHENYLALANINE is an essential amino acid that is the precursor of norepinephrine and
dopamine, both excitatory neurotransmitters. It elevates moods and decreases pain.
L-Phenylalanine also exhibits an anti-depressant action that may help promote feelings of
arousal.9
ZINC (GLUCONATE) supplementation can increase testosterone levels in "normal"
healthy people who have only a mild zinc deficiency.10 A recent study confirms
this association between zinc intake and t-level increase.11 The study found
that when 11 volunteers consumed 1.4 mg of zinc per day for 35 days, serum testosterone
levels were significantly lower than when the same 11 men ingested 10.4 mg per day. (The
U.S. RDA is 15 mg a day).
Zinc is also important in prostate gland function as the prostate swells up without
adequate zinc. Swollen prostate is a common problem as men age since this gland uses much
zinc and is a deposition site for body zinc stores. Studies show that zinc supplements
reduced the swelling of the prostate gland in many of the men tested.12
CHROMIUM GTF is a bioactive source of the essential mineral chromium. Chromium
stimulates the activity of enzymes involved in the metabolism of glucose for energy and
the synthesis of fatty acids and cholesterol. It is stored primarily in the spleen,
kidneys, and testes.13
A double-blind study was conducted in young off-season football players participating in a
6-week weight training program. Chromium Picolinate more than doubled the net benefits of
exercise alone.14
TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS EXTRACT (40% FUROSTANOL SAPONINS), commonly known as Puncture Vine, has
been used for decades in India as an aphrodisiac and as a treatment for impotency,
infertility, and urinary disorders.15
Research has revealed that the furostanol saponins (dioscin, trillarin,
gracillin, protodioscin, and protogracillin) found in this herb are responsible for its effectiveness
in ameliorating impotency and sterility.16
In studies with impotent men, the saponins increased the activity of sperm by an average
of 18.6% in 38 men with a high amount of abnormal sperm, and by an average of 31% in 16
men with erectile dysfunction.17 The aphrodisiac effect has also been traced to
the action of the furostanol saponins on the testes.18
Additionally, furostanol saponins have been shown to stimulate increases in natural
testosterone levels.19 The mechanism by which these phytosterols achieve this
effect is believed to be through stimulation of the secretion of leutinizing hormone
(LH),
a pituitary hormone responsible for regulating testosterone levels.
Clinical studies support the use of Tribulus terrestris for treatment of urinary
disorders.20,21 It was found that the high ash content of the herb
raised the acidic urine pH level which dissolved both uric and cystinine stones in the
kidneys.
YOHIMBE BARK EXTRACT (8% YOHIMBE ALKALOIDS) has been shown to increase libido and the latency
period between ejaculations, as well as enhance erectile function in patients with
diabetic neuropathy.22 It also has a positive effect on depression and thus
alleviates the impotence often associated with it.23
While yohimbe does increase libido, its primary action is to increase blood flow to
erectile tissue (corpus cavernosum).24
Use of yohimbe extract in males increases parasympathetic activity, which increases sexual
performance by boosting erectile and ejaculatory ability.25
Important note: Yohimbe is the only medicinal herb listed in the Physicians' Desk
Reference as a sexual booster. The bark yields yohimbine, which in the form of the
alkaloid salt yohimbine hydrochloride, is sold as a prescription drug under the brand
names Yocon®,
Yohimex®, and
Aphrodyne®.
The extract utilized in Factor Three: Virilitrac has been standardized to yield
8% yohimbe alkaloids. Encapsulated, powdered yohimbe bark sold in health food stores is likely to be
worth less because of poor quality, oxidation, contamination and lack of active
yohimbe.
SUMA ROOT (ECDYSTEROID EXTRACT), also known as Brazilian Ginseng, is considered an
adaptogen. In herbal medicine in Ecuador today, Suma is considered a tonic for the
cardiovascular and reproductive systems and is used to treat sexual dysfunction and
sterility.26
In Europe, Suma is used to restore glandular functions, to balance the endocrine system,
and to strengthen the immune system.27
Suma has also been called "The Russian Secret" because it is taken by Russian
Olympic athletes to increase muscle-building and endurance without the side effects
associated with steroids.28 This action is attributed to the anabolic
ecdysteroid glycosides which are found in high amounts in Suma.29
DAMIANA (TURNERA APHRODISIACA EXTRACT) has one of the strongest reputations for building
enhanced sexual activity which can be traced to the ancient Mayans.30 Damiana
leaf contains beta-sitosterol and various aromatic oils that could have some stimulant
effect on the sexual apparatus or could help build sexual health and
reproductivity.31
In Holland, Damiana is renown for its sexual enhancing qualities and positive effect on
the reproductive organs.32
SAW PALMETTO BERRY EXTRACT (STANDARDIZED TO 45% FATTY ACID STEROLS) is often combined with Damiana in a 1:1
ratio to promote sexual health.33 The berry has long been utilized by the
Seminole Indians as a tonic to build strength.34
Saw palmetto is an herb that works excellent for impotence when included with other
medicinal herbals and medicines because it enhances the actions of other herbs. Thus, it
helps maintain the prostate gland's proper hormone balance necessary for optimal sexual
function.35
Over 20 double-blind, placebo controlled studies have demonstrated the extract of the Saw
palmetto berry is very effective in relieving all of the major symptoms of benign
prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) including increased nighttime urinary frequency, the most
bothersome complaint.36 In fact, these studies have shown Saw palmetto extract
to exert superior benefits compared to the prescription drug Proscar®.
Researchers have also concluded that Saw palmetto extract may inhibit the conversion of
testosterone to dihydrotestosterone. (This form of testosterone is produced when the body
attempts to deal with a perceived excess of serum testosterone and may lead to enlargement
of the prostate).37
Saw palmetto extract's inhibition of dihydrotestosterone formation helps guard against the
possible increase in prostatic cellular growth (which occurs naturally in men as they age)
and may have the added benefit of supporting higher levels of active testosterone in the
system.38
SCHISANDRA BERRY EXTRACT (5% SCHIZANDRINS) is a medicinal herb from the Orient, has valid claims as an
anti-fatigue agent which may help to accelerate restorative processes within the human
body.45
This incredible herb acts as both a stimulant (without being excitatory like amphetamine
or caffeine)46 as well as an antidepressant which may prove useful for reversal
of CNS depression.47 Hunters in the wilds of Eastern Siberia still use this
plant in the form of a tea to provide them with extra energy when hunting.48
KOREAN GINSENG ROOT (5% GINSENOSIDES) is a root herb whose aphrodisiac properties have been prized for
centuries with a 5,000-year old track record and concrete scientific data to prove its
value. Ginseng has been shown to stimulate the central nervous system49 and the
immune system,50 increase stamina and vigor,51 improve coordination
and reflexes,52 improve oxygen capacity of the lungs,53 improve
blood flow and mental abilities,54 and enhance sex hormone
production.55
Highly controlled research has substantially verified that Ginseng enhances both the
quality and quantity of bull's sperm as well as stimulates the reproductive function of
bulls.56, 57
Ginseng, when used on a daily basis, gradually builds up the body's ability to resist
fatigue and studies on the anti-fatigue (and anti-stress) properties are
substantial.58
MUIRA PUAMA EXTRACT (5:1 PTYCHOPETALUM OLACOIDES), commonly referred to as Potency Wood, is a
bush native to the Brazilian Amazon.59 Muira puama has a long history in herbal
medicine as an aphrodisiac and a tonic for the nervous system.60
Muira puama is listed in the British Herbal Pharmacopoeia, a noted source on herbal
medicine, where it is recommended for the treatment of impotence.61 It has been
in the Brazilian Pharmacopeia since the 1950's.62
Studies have shown the ptychopetalum olacoide extract derived from Muira puama to be
effective in improving libido and treating erectile dysfunction.
In a study of 262 male patients experiencing lack of sexual desire and the inability to
attain or maintain an erection, 62% of the patients with loss of libido reported that the
extract of Muira puama "had a dynamic effect" and 51% of patients with erectile
dysfunctions felt the extract was beneficial.63 A second study evaluated the
positive psychological benefits of the extract in 100 male sexual asthenia.64
RAW TESTICULAR CONCENTRATE has been found in clinical observations to help those cells in
the body that are similar to it since raw bovine orchic is organ-specific rather than
species-specific.65 Using radioactive isotope tracing, Dr. A. Kment of Germany
discovered that glandular tissues were absorbed by the bloodstream and deposited for use
and support in the corresponding glands of the recipient.66 The testicular
glandular utilized in this formulation has been processed at 37 degrees F in the raw state
to preserve the maximum nutrients and proteins inherent in such glands.
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