Weight Loss Nutrition

Yohimbe is a tree bark containing a variety of pharmacologically active chemicals. It is marketed in a number of products for body building and "enhanced male performance."  The major identified alkaloid in yohimbe is yohimbine, a chemical that causes vasodilation, thereby lowering blood pressure. Yohimbine is also a prescription drug in the United States.

Side effects are well recognized and may include central nervous system stimulation that causes anxiety attacks. At high doses, yohimbine is a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor. MAO inhibitors can cause serious adverse effects when taken concomitantly with tyramine containing foods (e.g., liver, cheeses, red wine) or with over the counter (OTC) products containing phenylpropanolamine, such as nasal decongestants and diet aids. Individuals taking yohimbe should be warned to rigorously avoid these foods and OTC products because of the increased likelihood of adverse effects.

Do not use this product if you are at risk or are being treated for high blood pressure, heart, kidney, thyroid or psychiatric disease, anxiety, depression, seizure disorder or stroke. Consult you health care professional before use if you are taking antidepressants, MAO inhibitor or any other prescription drug. Not for use in children, geriatric patients or women who are pregnant.

Yohimbe can help boost energy and by improving vasodilation it can improve libido function.  Look for this wonderful supplement at your local or internet health food store.  always remember with this product, more is not better, only take the recommended dose suggested on the bottle label to ensure safety.