Safed Musli (Chlorophytum Borivilianum) is a rare herb, used in traditional medicine system of Ayurveda for it’s benefits in male sexual health. It is famously called ‘Herbal Viagra’ due its effectiveness as an aphrodisiac and pro-erectile agent. Regular supplementation of Safed Musli increases overall sperm quality.

Being an adaptogen, it is known to promote vitality and longevity. It is also beneficial in diabetes, inflammation and increases body immunity. Studies have noted it’s effectiveness in postpartum usage due to it’s anti-depressant and lactation improving properties.

Background

Safed Musli belongs to the family of Asparagaceae and is mainly found in tropical wet forests of peninsular India. Earlier it was procured from forests but owing to the increasing demand globally, it’s commercial cultivation has begun.

 

Safed Musli Chlorophytum Borivilianum

Safed Musli – Chlorophytum Borivilianum

 

It’s roots are considered the main active component which has adaptogenic properties. It is also called White Gold due to characteristic white color and high levels of saponin and polysaccharide contents.

Chemical Composition

The overall composition of Chlorophytum borivilianum roots are as below:

  • Carbohydrates (42%)
  • Proteins (5–10%)
  • Fiber (3–4%)
  • Saponins (17–20%)
  • Polyphenols (0.25%)
  • Flavonols (0.07%)
  • Chlorophytoside I (Saponin)
  • Borivilianosides of the F, G, and H series (Saponins)
  • Neotigogenin, Neohecogenin, and Tokorogenin
  • Immunostimulatory polysaccharide
  • Fatty Acids
  • Stigmasterol (with phytosterols consisting of 0.9% total weight)
  • Vitamin C (0.67%)

 

General Health Benefits of Safed Musli

Classical Usage of Safed Musli in Ayurveda

  • In classical Ayurveda texts Safed musli has been prescribed for enhancing male potency and overcoming signs of fatigue. It is very helpful for individuals with low sperm count and low libido. It’s aphrodisiac properties comes with no side effects.
  • Traditionally it is regarded as stamina and energy booster, especially for asthama patients. It’s roots are used to improve general immune system.
  • It’s roots have been used for centuries in Ayurvedic mdicine to increase libido, erection strength, sperm quality, ejaculation latency and to treat general sexual weakness.
  • Ayurveda experts use Safed musli as a rejuvenator in postpartum stage due to its adaptogenic and lactation improving properties.
  • It has been found to control obesity and its side effects. Also, it is used for alleviating the symptoms of diabetes and arthritic conditions.
  • Ayurveda recommends Safed Musli as a potent herb for good cardiovascular health. Clinical studies have shown, it improves the level of good cholesterol in body.

Scientific Studies on General Health Benefits of Safed Musli

  • Anti-stress Effects – It has been found to have anti-stress effects and helpful in preventing stress related ulcers.1, 2
  • Improves quality of sleep – Clinical investigations have shown, Safed Musli is helpful in improving the quality of sleep on all parameters.3
  • Improves Cardiovascular Health – Studies have found, supplementation of Safed Musli led to dose dependent reduction in total lipids, LDL-Cholesterol, and triglycerides, while simultaneously increasing HDL-Cholesterol which is considered good for heart health.4
  • Protects from Artherogenesis – Artherogenesis is a clinical condition associated with development of plaques within the walls of blood vessels. Safed Musli has been found to protect from Artherogenesis by prolonging lag time and reducing the lipid peroxidation and the oxidation of LDL-C, both.5
  • Inflammation and Immunology – Clinical studies have shown Safed Musli particularly effective in alleviating inflammation and boosting immune system. In one study, it has been able to enhance Natural Killer Cytotoxicity by 2-fold (+98%) and increased Immunoglobulin levels by 10.9% above the control.6 Further studies have found it to be quite effective in promoting immunity against infections. 7
  • Antioxidant Effects – Clinical research has found Safed Musli with Antioxidant effects which inhibits the growth of tumor inducing cancerous cells.4, 5, 8

 

Safed Musli for Sexual Health

Safed Musli for Sexual Health

Treats Erectile Dysfunction

Safed Musli has been used for centuries as an aphrodisiac and sexual rejuvenator in Ayurveda.9 Clinical investigations have found it to improves erectile properties through inhibition of Rho-Kinase II (ROCK-II), a type of protein that contracts muscles of the corpus cavernosus upon activation, and its inhibition improves penile erection.10 11 12

One study has shown, Safed Musli elevated levels of Nitric Oxide by 1004% of the baseline control thus highly effective in improving erectogenic properties.13 It also improves ejaculation latency and post-ejaculatory interval, both.15 Further studies have confirmed it’s effectiveness in treating erectile dysfunction caused by diabetes.14, 15 16

Improves Sperm Quality

Supplementation of Safed Musli has been found to improve sperm count and sperm quality, both14, 15. Further studies have suggested it’s effectiveness in increasing Testosterone level.

 

Recommended Dosage of Safed Musli

Safed Musli is most effective if taken in the range of 16-32mg/kg body weight i.e. 1.1-2.2 gram/day dosage for humans weighing 150lbs.

 

Conclusion

Safed Musli has been used since ancient times for its aphrodisiac properties and benefits in men’s sexual health. Recent studies have confirmed it’s effectiveness as a potent sexual tonic, improving erection strength and overall sperm quality. Regular supplementation of Safed Musli can do wonders for one’s sexual wellness.

 

Reference:

  1. Screening of Antistress Properties of Chlorophytum Borivilianum Tuber
  2. Anti-stress and anti-oxidant effects of roots of Chlorophytum borivilianum (Santa Pau & Fernandes)
  3. A dietary supplement containing chlorophytum borivilianum and velvet bean improves sleep quality in men and women.
  4. Ameliorative effect of Chlorophytum borivilianum root on lipid metabolism in hyperlipaemic rats.
  5. Chlorophytum borivilianum as potential terminator of free radicals in various in vitro oxidation systems.
  6. Immunomodulatory Polysaccharide from Chlorophytum borivilianum Roots.
  7. Immunomodulatory Activity of Chlorophytum borivilianum Sant. F.
  8. Anti-tumour, anti-mutagenic and chemomodulatory potential of Chlorophytum borivilianum.
  9. Effect of Some Vajikaran Herbs on Pendiculation Activities and In vitro Sperm Count in Male
  10. Y-27632, an inhibitor of Rho-kinase, antagonizes noradrenergic contractions in the rabbit and human penile corpus cavernosum
  11. Topical application of a Rho-kinase inhibitor in rats causes penile erection.
  12. Screening for Rho-kinase 2 inhibitory potential of Indian medicinal plants used in management of erectile dysfunction.
  13. Improvement of penile erection, sperm count and seminal fructose levels in vivo and nitric oxide release in vitro by ayurvedic herbs.
  14. Effect of Chlorophytum Borivilianum Santapau and Fernandes on sexual dysfunction in hyperglycemic male rats.
  15. A comparative study on aphrodisiac activity of some ayurvedic herbs in male albino rats.
  16. Erectile dysfunction among men with diabetes is strongly associated with premature ejaculation and reduced libido.

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