Indian Ginseng – Withania Somnifera is an herb commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine. It’s also called Indian ginseng and Ashwagandha. It has been found to improve sperm count and fertility in men. Indian ginseng does this by regulating hormone levels and making your cells healthier. The herb also is used to improve mental clarity and help reduce stress. Both factors can have an impact on ED symptoms. 

Asparagus Racemosus – Asparagus Racemosus is a particular species of herb that grows in regions of India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It’s known as shatavari or curer of one hundred diseases. The Asparagus racemosus root is used in many preparations of ayurvedic vajikarana mixtures. It’s meant to improve sexual function and health. Some studies have shown its effectiveness on the male reproductive system in its capability to improve circulation and calm nerves. Both of these benefits should aid men with ED. In the Ayurvedic tradition, it’s also believed to be an aphrodisiac that promotes love and loyalty in those who use it. 

Safed Musli – Safed musli or Chlorophytum Borivilianum, is also a vajikarana herb. It has shown an aphrodisiac effect in multiple lab studies, and some research suggests that it boosts sperm count. The recommended daily dose of safed musli is two grams per day. 

Cassia Cinnamon – Cinnamomum Cassia is a type of cinnamon extracted from the bark of an evergreen tree that grows in regions of India. The extract of the Cinnamomum Cassia twig is sometimes called cassia cinnamon or Chinese cinnamon. It has been demonstrated to improve sexual function. Cassia cinnamon is different from the species of cinnamon most typically used to season sweet foods. This means ground cassia cinnamon powder isn’t as easy to find. 

Astragalus – Astragalus Membranaceous is a plant native to Asia. The Chinese name of the herb, huang qi, means yellow leader because the root is yellow and it is considered to be one of the most important herbs in traditional Chinese medicine. Other names for the herb include bei qi, hwanggi, and milk vetch. The part of the plant used medicinally is the root.

Red Yeast Rice – RYR is a dietary supplement that has been marketed as a non-prescription product for lowering cholesterol. RYR has been used in China for centuries both in cooking and to treat circulatory and digestive disorders. RYR is a rice product made by fermenting rice with the mold Monascus Purpureus. It contains several substances that may reduce cholesterol levels, including beta-sterols, monounsaturated fatty acids, and a statin. 

Gotu Kola – Centella Asiatica is a type of leafy plant traditionally used in Asian cuisines that also has a long history of use in both traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine. It is a perennial plant indigenous to the tropical wetlands of Southeast Asia, where it is a commonly used as a juice, tea, or green leafy vegetable. Gotu kola is known to have antimicrobial, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, and memory-enhancing properties.