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Traditional Uses
Oats have been a traditional food for people recovering from an illness.
It has also been used to supplement fiber in the diet.
Current uses
The herb is becoming a popular natural alternative to pharmaceutical erection enhancers without the dangerous side effects. In men it is effective for treating impotence and premature ejaculation.
In women it reportedly increases sexual desire
Avena Sativa is also thought to help with depression, stress symptoms and to relieve diarrhea.
It is used in herbal baths and cosmetics
Active ingredients are saponins, flavonoids, minerals, alkaloids, steroidal compounds, Vitamins B1, B2, D, E, carotene and wheat protein.
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| Some Products using Avena Sativa | ||
| Product | Health Issue | Other Herbal Ingredients |
| ADD | ginkgo biloba, skullcap, chamomile, gotu kola, nettle, rooibos | |
| men | none | |
Precautions and side effects (refer also to statements below)
There are no currently reported side effects or interactions
News Comment
Good health can help teens make the grade
ic Wales, United Kingdom - May 2006
... levels and aid concentration. A Vogel Avena sativa , a tincture made from fresh oat seeds, might also help. Oats have been used traditionally ...