Horny goat weed (EPIMEDIUM) is an herb that has been a traditional remedy in China for centuries. It’s used for low libido,  fatigue, pain, and other sexual conditions. It is also used to arouse sexual desire. Horny goat weed may be of value for weak back and knees, joint pain,  mental and physical fatigue, memory loss, high blood pressure, heart disorder, a blood disorder, viral infections of the heart, bone loss after menopause, weak bones  and as a tonic. 

One of the principal active ingredients in Horny Goats weed is "icariin". The concentration may determine much of the potency of each particular species of Epimedium. The icariin works by relaxing smooth muscle tissue, which is different from skeletal muscle tissue.  Horny goat weed contains chemicals which might help increase blood flow and improve sexual function. It also might reduce bone loss in postmenopausal women.

Aphrodisiac: Epimedium has long been considered as an extremely potent aphrodisiac. The compound icariin that is found in epimedium works by relaxing muscles by increasing the nitric oxide levels and increasing the blood flow to the sexual organs, thereby increasing libido and desire. This is definitely one of the main benefit of epimedium.

Controlling airway inflammation : A Chinese study has shown that Epimedium can be helpful in alleviating airway inflammation by decreasing the activities of some proteins that are responsible for the production of leukocytes in inflammatory areas in the lung.

Anti-Aging Properties: In a study on the effects of the flavonoids derived from the epimedium plants on laboratory animals, it was found that many age related metabolites such as amino acids, unsaturated and saturated fatty acids etc. showed evidence of being reset at a younger level. It can be said therefore that Epimedium icariin does have some anti-aging properties and can be used towards the same.

Memory Enhancer: Studies have shown that the administration of icariin has been able to increase the blood flow to the brain and showed improved learning ability and memory. The effect is mainly attributed to the plant’s antioxidant properties and its effect on the nerve impulses as well as the circulatory system.

Bones problems: Icariin has been proven to promote the growth and development of the osteocyte cells and contributing to bone remodeling, thereby indicating that it can be used as effective in the control of bones.

Body Building and Sports: Icariin has proven to be an extremely powerful and potent supplement for body builders and athletes, mainly due to its testosterone and Nitric Oxide boosting properties, both of which play a crucial role in athletic performance, especially in the area of endurance and body building.

Women’s Sexual Health: Whereas the effects of Icariin on Men’s sexual health and performance are well known  the administration of icariin can also improve the sexual health and performance of women by a huge margin, mostly owing to the production of Nitrous Oxide that improves the flow of blood to the sexual organs, clitoris and vagina. The strength of the icariin supplement for women, however is recommended to be lower than men.