Gokhshura (Tribulus Terrestris) - a Potent Anti-Aging Herb Used in Ayurveda!!!!

Gokhshura (Tribulus terrestris) has been used for centuries in Ayurveda to treat impotence, Venereal diseases and Sexual debility. Beside these, it has also been used as a diuretic, tonic and for treatment of uro-genital disorders, gout, etc. The fruits of the herb contain alkaloids, resins, tannins, sugars, sterols, essential oil, peroxidase, diastase and glucoside.

Recent studies have shown that Gokhshura elevates testosterone levels by increasing gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) which eventually, in turn stimulates the production of LH and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). Besides its role in bodybuilding and increasing fertility and libido, the herb is also known to have a positive effect on bone marrow activity producing healthy red blood cell and the immune system. Its anti-aging properties are attributed to its ability to elevate testosterone levels and its potent anti-oxidant properties.

Gokhshura has also found to decrease the frequency of angina pectoris. Laboratory studies have revealed Gokhshura to have antibiotic property and anti-tumor potentiality. It can also lower cholesterols levels in bloodstream. Gokhshura can also lower down the blood pressure due to its diuretic property and also possesses blood sugar lowering properties. The fruit of Gokhshura has been widely used in the Ayurvedic system of medicine for the treatment of many urinary tract disorders including urolithiasis.

Ayurveda and Gokhshura

Tribulus or Gokshura is one of Ayurveda's best herbs for the kidneys. The fruit of the herb is very effective in most of the genitourinary tract disorders. This is because it promotes the flow of urine, cools and soothes the membranes of the urinary tract. The herb has also been used to remove urinary stones. Gokshura also stops bleeding. It is known to nourish and to strengthen the kidneys and reproductive organs. Gokhshura has been used in the treatment of cystitis, renal calculi (kidney stones) and urinary incontinence.

It is a vital constituent of Gokhshuradi Guggul, a potent Ayurvedic medicine, used to support the proper function of the genitourinary tract. It strengthens and tones the kidneys, bladder and urethra as well as the reproductive organs. It is used for treatment of burning urination, hyperuricemia, polyuria, urethritis, bladder infection, urinary incontinence, premature ejaculation, urinary tract disorders, enlarged prostate, kidney disorders, prostatitis, urinary stones, frequent urination, nocturia, spermatorrhea, water retention (oedema), gout, nocturnal emission, spermaturia, diabetes and osteoarthritis.