Yohimbe is originally from South Africa and known worldwide as an excellent aphrodisiac. Corynanthe Yohimbe. For centuries, folks have used the crude bark as a tonic to enhance sexual prowess and pleasure. Yohimbe improve sexual functioning, it has also shown to elevate mood, reduce anxiety and depression, prevent heart attacks, helps building muscles, and has many other positive effect on overall health. Yohimbe also increases fatty acid mobilization, it is decreasing fat synthesis and working as a great anti-depressant, especially when used in a small dosage. Yohimbe is a nootropic drug, which makes people mentally more active. Usually, it is used with other herbs like ginseng and saw palmetto to boost its power. Yohimbe should not be used with food or drinks containing tyramines, like cheese, chocolate, beer or nuts. A rise in blood pressure caused by yohimbe could stop the body from removing tyramines from these foods leading to severe side effects. Yohimbe in high doses can be hallucinogenic and increase blood pressure. For this reason, it is important not to exceed the recommended dosage for Yohimbe.