Horny Goat Weed, Yín Yáng Huò, 淫羊藿, Herba Epimedii

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Health Benefits
For: Kidney Yang deficiency: low labido, impotence, cold limbs, muscle cramps, chronic bronchitis, neutropenia • High blood pressure, coronary artery disease • Wind Cold Damp Bi
Attributes: expectorant • testosteronic • aphrodisiac • antibiotic • anti-inflammatory • hypotensive • anti-cholesterol • hypoglycemic
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Other Names: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
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Category: Tonify Yang 
English: Horny Goat Weed    Pinyin:  Yin Yang Huo/ Xian Ling Pi      Pharmaceutical: Herba Epimedii   
Organs: Kidney • Liver      Temperature: Warm  
Taste: Pungent • Sweet      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Kidney Yang Deficiency • Wind Damp Cold Bi 
Actions:  Tonify Kidney Yang • Strengthen bones and sinews • Expel Wind Damp Cold • Lower high blood pressure
Key 2nd Actions: Treat Spermatorrhea
Indications: Kidney Yang deficiency: low labido, impotence, cold limbs, muscle cramps, chronic bronchitis, neutropenia • High blood pressure, coronary artery disease • Wind Cold Damp Bi • Hypertension - especially during pregnancy or menopause.
Contraindications: Yin deficiency heat or fire
Typical Dosage: 6g-15g          Guidelines
Parts Used: leaves, stem       Notable for: Treat Spermatorrhea
Other: Increases sperm production, corticosterone, testosterone, and cortisol
Dui Yao
YIN YANG HUO/ XIAN MAO: menopausal hypertension. KD Yin and Yang deficiency. Cold limbs, aversion to cold, weakness of back and knees. Er Xian Tang. Premature ovarian decline.[35]
Formulas with Yin Yang Huo/ Xian Ling Pi
Er Xian Tang, Zan Yu Dan

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Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience.  While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts,  variations may result from the numerous English translations.   Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs.  The information here is strictly for educational purposes. 

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