Biomolecules, Metagenomics, Endocrine, and Tropical Disease Research Group (BMETDREG), Kampala International University Western Campus, Ishaka-Bushenyi, Uganda Other sources indicate that the plant is further used as a symbol of peace; a sign of power; the treatment of hypertension, stroke, anemia, asthma, hangover, mastitis and allergies; it is also taken to improve sleep, enhance urination, ease birth pains, and as mouth freshener and toothbrush. The leaves serve as animal fodder and are consumed by humans as vegetables. Fred-Jaiyesimi AA, Ogunjobi OF (2013) Antiepileptic activities of the extract and fractions of Mondia whitei (Hook f.) Skeel leaves. Pharmacogn J 5(6):256–258. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.phcgj.2013.10.004

For those who don’t want to rely solely on surveys and cultural wisdom there are a number of scientific studies involving the use of different solvent extracts of Mondia Whitei. These include biological assays investigating the aphrodisiac, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-tyrosinase ( Tyrosinase is a copper containing enzyme found in plant and animal tissue that catalyzes the production of melanin, over activity may lead to counter productivity in melanogenesis) and anti-oxidant activity. Mondia Whitei extracts have shown great potential in most of the biological activities investigated, validating most of the cultural wisdom documented on the surveys.Gbadamosi I, Erinoso S (2015) In vitro antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of Mondia whitei (Hook. f.) Skeels. J Basic Appl Sci 11:428–433. https://doi.org/10.6000/1927-5129.2015.11.60 Knowledge Systems Centre, Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, North-West University, Mmabatho, South Africa Joseph O, Tanayen JK, Barbra K, Lawrence I, Paul W, Francis B et al (2016) Phytochemical and efficacy study on four herbs used in erectile dysfunction: Mondia whiteii, Cola acuminata, Urtica massaica, and Tarenna graveolens. Afr J Pharm Pharmacol 10(37):785–790 Available from: http://www.academicjournals.org/AJPP. Cited 2020 Sep 23

Reuter S, Gupta SC, Chaturvedi MM, Aggarwal BB (2010) Oxidative stress, inflammation, and cancer: how are they linked? Free Radic Biol Med 49(11):1603–16. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2010.09.006 We understand that you cannot fly to Africa to obtain Mondia whitei roots. Or even if you do get some, why would you bother to make a medicine out of these roots by yourselves? Liv Muztang, a well-known brand made from Mondia whytei roots, is well-known for its effectiveness in treating problems such as erectile dysfunction. Directions For Use: As a dietary supplement, take two or three capsules with water twice daily. The dosage on this product is fairly high. Results and usage amounts may vary based on body type and weight. You should experiment with the dosage. See Above.The Fe 3+ reducing powers of the three MWL extracts were determined as previously reported with slight modification [ 34, 42]. Different concentrations (25–100 μg/ml) of the extracts (1.0 ml) were mixed with 2.5 ml phosphate buffer (pH 7.0) and 2.5 ml potassium ferricyanide (1%), followed by incubation at 50 °C for 30 min. After incubation, 2.5 ml of trichloroacetic acid (TCA, 10%) was added to terminate the reaction and centrifuged at 3000 rpm for 10 min. The upper portion of the solution (2.5 ml) was mixed with 2.5 ml of distilled water, and 0.5 ml of FeCl 3 solution (0.1%) was added. The reaction mixture was left for 10 min at room temperature, and the absorbance was measured at 700 nm against an appropriate blank solution. Ascorbic acid was used as a positive control/standard, and all tests were performed in duplicate. Higher absorbance of the reaction mixture indicated greater reducing power [ 43]. ABTS radical scavenging activity Besides Mulondo’s benefits for sexual enhancement and penis enlargement, other benefits of Mulondo are: Liyongo Inkoto C, Ngiala Bongo G, Mutwale Kapepula P, Ashande Masengo C, Zoawe Gbolo B, Tshiama C et al (2018) Microscopic features and chromatographic fingerprints of selected congolese medicinal plants: Aframomum alboviolaceum (Ridley) K. Schum, Annona senegalensis Pers. and Mondia whitei (Hook.f.) Skeels. Emergent Life Sci Res 4(1):1–10 Figueiredo, E. & Smith, G.F. (2008). Plants of Angola. Strelitzia 22: 1-279. National Botanical Institute, Pretoria.

Hey Barlowe, I just wanna thank you for the mondia, you really helped change my life with this. Thank you so much! G.M., Morgantown, West Virginia (11/8/19) Plant extracts must be investigated against either Serotonin reuptake transporter (SERT), Dopamine transporter (DAT) and Noradrenalin transporter (NAT) receptors in vitro. where Ac is the absorbance of control and As is the absorbance of extracts/ascorbic acid. Ferric reducing power activity Ghafourifar P, Cadenas E (2005) Mitochondrial nitric oxide synthase. Trends Pharmacol Sci 26(4):190–5. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tips.2005.02.005 Lampiao F, Krom D, Du Plessis SS (2008) The in vitro effects of Mondia whitei on human sperm motility parameters. Phyther Res 22(9):1272–3. https://doi.org/10.1002/ptr.2469

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Discover the potential of Mondia Whitei with Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs, and discover the natural path to improved libido and well-being. Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs proudly offers a high-quality Mondia Whitei tuber 5:1 freeze dried extract. This concentration ensures that you receive the full benefits of this remarkable herb, carefully prepared to meet our rigorous quality standards. Svegliati-Baroni G, Saccomanno S, Van Goor H, Jansen P, Benedetti A, Moshage H (2001) Involvement of reactive oxygen species and nitric oxide radicals in activation and proliferation of rat hepatic stellate cells. Liver 21(1):1–12 Liang S, Jiang H, Shen XH, Zhang JB, Kim NH (2018) Inhibition of cathepsin B activity prevents deterioration in the quality of in vitro aged porcine oocytes. Theriogenology 116:103–111. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2018.04.035