Intimate - Nourish Libido and Mood Support 120 caps
Stress causes your adrenals to release too much cortisol, disrupting the sex hormones you need for a healthy libido. Adaptogenic Shatavari, Maca and Cordyceps blend beautifully to help the body adapt to stress, promote desire and boost your sex drive*. During menopause and perimenopause (and even PMS!), hormone fluctuations and stress can cause moodswings, hot flashes, vaginal dryness and a low libido. Intimae Nourish can encourage healthy sexual energy and balance your mood. To nourish your sexual energy from the inside out we looked for ingredients famed for increasing cellular energy production, increasing blood flow, reducing stress and supporting your mood + mind.
- Bioactive
- Adaptogens
- Harmonizing blend
- Encourages the body back into balance
- Restores normal physiological function
Superstar Ingredients:
Maca - Maca has been used for centuries to enhance fertility and sex drive. Containing a substance called Macamide, maca has been proven to increase blood flow, balance estrogen and testosterone production, increase sexual desire in men and women and has also been shown to decrease sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women.
Shatavari - If Maca is “the gift of the gods” then shatavari is the queen of all herbs. Known as the “sex root’, Shatavari has the ability to balance estrogen and progesterone within the body, without being over- or under-stimulating and supports the healthy functioning of both our reproductive and nervous systems. *Good To Know* Shatavari can be beneficial for women’s sexual health throughout all stages. Research has shown shatavari root can help reduce PMS and menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and night sweats, can promote increased breast milk production, and also stabilize mood and emotions during the menstrual cycle. It is also believed Shatavari has calming, antidepressant qualities for the mind and as an adaptogenic herb, can help the body’s ability to handle stress.
Cordyceps - Awaken your energy on a deep level. Cordyceps is the ultimate ‘shroom’ to get your fire burning and juices flowin’. Part of the functional mushroom family, Cordyceps are recognized for their amazing ability to support vitality, stamina and endurance. Cordyceps have bio-active compounds that improve the availability of oxygen in the blood. Great for pre- or post workouts, or when you need help with back to back meetings, busy days or working double shifts, Cordyceps helps to improve your energy and immune system.
Sea Buckthorn - The holy fruit of the himalayas; Sea Buckthorn or Seaberry is rich in flavonoids, polyphenols and antioxidants, Sea Buckthorn is an excellent source of all 4 omega fatty acids, vitamin C and helps to repair, strengthen and moisturize vaginal tissues. High in flavonol and isorhamnetin, sea buckthorn can also help protect against oxidative stress.
Passionflower - Ignite your passion with this Calming herb. Studies show Passionflower can increase levels of GABA in the brain, promote relaxation, give you a better sleep, reduce anxiety, and help with insomnia. Little known fact: Passionflower also contains a chemical called chrysin, which has the potential to increase testosterone and boost sex drive.
Ginger - This spicy root known for aiding digestion and soothing an upset stomach also works to increase arousal! Ginger’s warming properties can increase blood flow, reduce blood pressure, and calm the nervous system.
Medicinal Ingredients ( Per 4 capsules): Take 2 capsules, twice daily -
- Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus-root): 440mg (5:1, 2200 mg)
- Cordyceps (Ophiocordyceps sinesis- stroma): 400mg (40% polysaccharides, 5:1, 2000 mg)
- Maca (Lepidium Meyenii- root): 320 mg (10:1, 3200 mg)
- Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides- fruit): 200 mg (10:1, 2000mg)
- Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata- herb top): 140 mg (5:1, 700 mg)
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale-rhizome): 100 mg (5:1, 500 mg)
Non-medicinal Ingredients: Maltodextrin, magnesium stearate or silicon dioxide (trace amounts) and vegetable capsule.
Recommended Use:
- Shatavari is used in Herbal Medicine as an Adaptogen to help increase energy and resistance to stress.
- Maca helps support healthy mood balance during menopause and emotional aspects of sexual health.
- Passionflower is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve restlessness and/or nervousness (calmative) and as a sleep aid (during times of mental stress).
- Provides a source of fungal polysaccharides with immunomodulating properties.
- Source of antioxidants that helps to protect against cell damage caused by free radicals.
Cautions and Warnings: Some people may experience drowsiness. Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness. Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you suffer from any psychological disorder or condition such as frequent anxiety or depression, if you are taking antidepressants or blood thinners, or if you have high blood pressure. Avoid taking with alcohol or products that cause drowsiness. Consult your health care practitioner if sleeplessness persists for more than 4 weeks (chronic insomnia) or if symptoms persist or worsen.
