Effect of herbal composition (Oak Gall, pomegranate peel and Fenugreek Seeds) on sexual satisfaction of women at reproductive age

Abstract

Introduction: Satisfactory sexual relations promote women's health and quality of life. Some medicinal Plants can have an effect on sexual satisfaction due to the presence of certain compounds. This study was performed with aim to investigate the effect of herbal composition (Oak Gall, pomegranate peel and Fenugreek Seed) on female sexual satisfaction. Methods: This double-blind randomized clinical trial study was performed as parallel in 2020 on 60 women aged 15-45 years referred to Ardabil Comprehensive Health Centers. Subjects were divided into two groups of herbal vaginal suppositories (n=30) and placebo (n=30), and both groups used the suppository 2 days a week for 1 month. Data collection tools were Larson Questionnaire and Orgasm Questions (FSFI). Data were analyzed by SPSS software (version 23) and paired t-test, independent t-test, Chi-square and analysis of covariance. P<0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Before treatment, there was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of orgasm scores and level of sexual satisfaction (p <0.05). After treatment, orgasm scores were significantly higher in the group consuming herbal suppositories than the control group (p <0.001), but the two groups did not have a significant difference in terms of sexual satisfaction (p = 0.14). Conclusion: The use of herbal compounds (Oak Gall, pomegranate peel, Fenugreek Seeds) can improve orgasm. Further studies in this field are recommended to ensure the effect of this herbal compound on sexual satisfaction.

Keywords

• fenugreek seed
• oak
• orgasm
• pomegranate
• sexual satisfaction