Horny Goat Weed Epimedium Extract Icariin Powder

Epimedium plant is also known as barrenwort, fairy wings or the more common 'horny goat weed' because of its proven aphrodisiac properties. The Epimedium plant is said to contain certain chemical compounds, otherwise known as flavonoids that has antioxidant properties, in addition to having phytoestrogens which have effects similar to the estrogen. This phytoestrogen, known as epimedium icariin is said to block the activity of a certain enzyme in the body, somewhat similar to the drugs that treat erectile dysfunction.
 

1.Epimedium Extract is likely to be the primary active component of Epimedium extracts, as it has been shown to share several mechanisms of action with compounds used in Western medicine to treat impotence and improve sexual function. 

2.Epimedium Extract can stimulate osteoblast activity in bone tissue which has been linked to a possible therapeutic role in the treatment of osteoporosis.

3.Epimedium Extract can affect different aspects of aging mechanisms. Such as the impact of cell passage, extending the growth period, regulating of the immune and endocrine system, improving metabolism and organ function.

4.It has a protective effect on vasopressin induced myocardial ischemia, with significant blood pressure

1.In Food field, epimedium extract is mainly used as food additives.

2.In health product field, epimedium extract is good for cardiovascular diseases and cancer.

3.In pharmaceutical field, epimedium extract is mainly used as pharmaceutical material to treat asthenia of kidney, impotence, spermatorrhea, prospermia, cold extremities, acroanesthesia or convulsion.