Supplements Guide

Yucca
Yucca baccata
Yucca root contains a foaming, soapy sap. It is most often included in formulas designed to “break up obstructions” which include the chronic degenerative diseases, arthritis and rheumatism. It contains saponins that are precursors of cortisone which is an anti-inflammatory naturally produced by the adrenal glands. This may be another way that yucca is helpful for arthritis. Yucca alkalizes the body as it cleans out waste acids. By cleaning the colon and regulating colonic bacteria, yucca helps to reduce the burden on the other eliminative systems of the body; kidneys, liver, lymph, and blood.

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Yohimbe
Long considered an a effective aphrodisiac, yohimbe has been shown to stimulate sexual desire and performance. Studies indicate that yohimbe can improve sexual performance in those suffering from physiological and psychological impotence. Scientists have also recently found evidence that yohimbe may aid in weight loss by suppressing the body’s ability to store fat. Yohimbe is not without side-effects, which can include sweating, nausea and vomiting. Those taking MAO inhibitors such as tranquilizers, antidepressants or blood-pressure medications should not take yohimbe or any compounds containing yohimbine. Use of yohimbe is also contraindicated for pregnant women as well as persons with kidney disease, heart disease, liver disease, diabetes or ulcers. Persons with a history of psychoses should also avoid Yohimbe as it has been known to trigger new episodes of psychic reaction.

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