Vitality

• Sexual function and performance
  Sexual desire and arousal in women and men
  Sexual disorders: low libido, impotence, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and spermatorrhea
  

• Increases the secretion of endogenous hormones
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  Increases the secretion of testosterone, corticosterone, and cortisol
  

• This formula is contraindicated in individuals with exterior or excess conditions, such as infections or inflammations.
• Because this formula is warm to hot in property, prolonged use may be associated with reactions such as thirst, dry mouth, warm sensations, constipation, flushed face, and nosebleeds. To avoid these reactions, decrease the dosage or temporarily discontinue the formula.
  
• Vitality should be used with caution in patients with pre-existing hypertension, since many herbs in this formula are warm or hot in nature and may raise the blood pressure.
  
• Patients who wear a pacemaker, or individuals who take antiarrhythmic drugs or cardiac glycosides such as Lanoxin (digoxin), should not take this formula. Fu Zi (Radix Aconiti Lateralis Praeparata) may interact with these drugs by affecting the rhythm and potentiating the contractile strength of the heart.
• This herbal formula contains herbs that invigorate blood circulation, such as Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis). Therefore, patients who are on anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapies, such as Coumadin (warfarin), should use this formula with caution, or not at all, as there may be a higher risk of bleeding and bruising
  

• Eliminate alcohol from the diet as it decreases the body‘s ability to produce testosterone.
• Intake of vitamin E should be increased. Foods high in vitamin E include wheat germ oil, almonds, sunflower seeds or oil, peanuts, soybeans, whole wheat products, and asparagus. Kiwis and fresh oysters can also be taken together as an aphrodisiac.
• Shellfish, oysters, shrimp, cashews, beef, and mushrooms are all foods that either contain high protein or zinc that may increase libido. However, these foods often are high in cholesterol and should not be over-consumed as they will otherwise cause blockage and lead to the opposite effect.
• Impotence is sometimes caused by circulatory problems. In such cases, increase the consumption of foods rich in niacin (eggs, peanut butter, avocado, and fish) and vitamin E (raw wheat germ and vegetable oil).
• Zinc is also beneficial in preventing impotence and reduced sperm count. Zinc is found in such foods as pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, oysters, soy, and eggs. Avoid eating foods that deplete the body of zinc, such as alcohol and coffee.
• Avoid cigarette smoking or exposure to secondhand smoke.
  
  Vigorous exercise, hot tubs, saunas, and tight underwear lead to increased temperature in the testicles and reduced sperm count.
  
  Refrain from sexual activity when exhausted or under stress. Do not overindulge in sexual activity when any weakness in function or performance is present.
  
  Exercises for men with impotence and premature ejaculation: Tip-toe and clench one‘s teeth while urinating. This simple posture will tighten and strengthen the muscles surrounding the groin to help condition the Kidney qi. This is also a good exercise to help with terminal dripping in elderly patients. Women can practice this exercise by squatting and tip-toeing over the toilet while urinating. This exercise for women will strengthen and tighten the muscles and ligaments surrounding the reproductive organs to help treat prolapse of the bladder and uterus or frequent urinary urges due to Kidney yang deficiency. It also tightens the muscles surrounding the vagina and can be recommended to the partners of those taking Vitality or those who have low libido to enhance pleasure. Results can be expected in a few months if practiced daily and consistently.
  

Exercises for women with low libido:

There are five conditions when sexual activity should be avoided: when one is hungry, full, drunk, emotionally unstable (angry, sad, fearful, hateful or worried) or recovering from chronic illness.

Take 3 to 4 capsules three times daily on an empty stomach with warm water. The last dosage after dinner or before bedtime can be served with grain-based liquor such as vodka to enhance the overall effect, as this formula was traditionally prepared as an herbal tincture.

Radix Morindae Officinalis
Radix Angelicae Sinensis
Cortex Eucommiae
Radix Aconiti Lateralis Praeparata
Fructus Lycii
Semen Allii Tuberosi
Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng)
Cortex Cinnamomi)
Rhizoma Dioscoreae)
Fructus Corni
Fructus Cnidii
Radix Rehmanniae Praeparata
Herba Cynomorii
Semen Cuscutae
Herba Epimedii