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Health and Wellness Library:  Avena Sativa (Oats, Oat Straw)

a historical look at the traditional use of Avena Sativa throughout the world

Botanical Name

Avena Sativa

About Avena Sativa

Did you ever wonder where the expression "sow your wild oats" came from and why? Avena Sativa, or oats, has long been used by breeders to help male animals "sow their oats" or boost their fertility. Avena Sativa is one of the best remedies to feed the nervous system when under stress and strengthen it to handle the situation. It works to calm down performance anxiety.

Nutritional Role of Avena Sativa

Avena Sativa (oats) is rich in body-building nutrients including silicon, manganese, zinc, calcium, phosphorus and Vitamins A, B1, B2 and E. In cases of sexual problems related to stress and anxiety, Avena Sativa and its compounds work as nervine relaxants to ease tension, strengthen and support the nervous system and as a tonic to promote energy to handle the stress. This helps reduce over-excitability and facilitates better sexual performance.

Traditional Uses of Avena Sativa

• For sexual performance


• For performance anxiety


• For triglycerides and heart


• For energy


• For detoxification


• For nicotine cravings


• For urinary organs - fibroids and candidiasis


• For anxiety disorders and A.D.D.


• For respiratory and immune support


• For migraine headaches

Research on the Historical Usage Guidelines of Avena Sativa

There are no known adverse side effects.

Avena Sativa Facts for Informational Purposes Only

Readers should not use this information for self-diagnosis or self-treatment, but should always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any major dietary changes. This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice.