Home Remedies and Herbs for Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is an umbrella term that describes a number of commonly occurring sexual and reproductive health dysfunctions including abnormalities in a man’s sexual libido, difficulties in climaxing, and issues around achievement or maintenance of an erection. Also commonly referred to as ED or impotence, Erectile Dysfunction can affect men of any age, and increased instances typically occur as men get older. Though nearly all men will experience ED at some point in life, concern of a medical nature should be reserved for consistent and regularly occurring symptoms¹. Experiencing chronic ED can have a significant impact on a man’s confidence, stress levels, and relationships.

What Causes Erectile Dysfunction (ED)?

Physical Erectile Dysfunction causes are said to be responsible for 85% of ED cases⁵. They include medical issues directly affecting the penis, as well as ailments affecting other areas of the body. Among these are:

• Physical penis injury
• Spinal cord injury
• Obesity
• Hormonal fluctuations and disorders
• Kidney disease
• Neurological disease
• Parkinson’s disease
• Lower urinary tract infections
• Adverse reactions to medications (side effects)
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Diabetes
• High cholesterol
• Heart disease or clogged arteries (atherosclerosis)
• Multiple sclerosis
• Prostate cancer²

Psychological Erectile Dysfunction causes are sourced largely from mind-based or emotionally rooted problems including:

• Compromised mental health (including depression)
• Relationship issues and difficulties
• Sexual performance fears
• Stress
• Anxiety or anxiety disorders
• Lack of sleep or sleep disorders²

Unproductive lifestyle Erectile Dysfunction causes include habits that over time can negatively affect your physiological health. Among these are:

• Excessive drinking of alcohol
• Tobacco or cigarette use
• Illegal drug use
• Lack of physical exercise³

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Symptoms

Many people are aware of the most well known Erectile Dysfunction symptom of being unable to achieve or maintain an erection. What many people don’t know about Erectile Dysfunction symptoms is that they also include anything that causes difficulty in completion of the sexual act. This includes achieving erections that are too soft for sexual intercourse.

Natural Remedies For Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

Because of a common reluctance to discuss this sensitive subject, only 10% of affected men seek out Erectile Dysfunction treatment¹. It doesn’t have to be this way. Erectile Dysfunction cures are actually not difficult to come by. Here are a few effective home remedies to try for effective Erectile Dysfunction treatment:

• Yohimbe - The bark of the Yohimbe tree has been traditionally used on the African continent to increase sexual desire. Clinical trials have not been conducted on the bark or its extract, Yohimbine. Nevertheless, Yohimbine has been incorporated into tea and capsule form as an Erectile Dysfunction cure with much cited success⁵.
• Maca - Also commonly referred to as Peruvian Ginseng, Maca is a powerful adaptogenic superfood that is highly effective for use as an Erectile Dysfunction cure⁷.
• Korean Ginseng- For Erectile Dysfunction treatment, take 900 mg of concentrated Korean Ginseng 2-3 times per day. Ginseng is said to improve libido and improve ability to maintain an erection⁵.
• Horny Goat Weed - Although the name is found to be humorous, Horny Goat Weed has been used for centuries in various areas of the world for effective Erectile Dysfunction treatment⁶.

References

1. https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/urology/adult-patients/erectile-dysfunction.aspx
2. http://www.uwhealth.org/urology/erectile-dysfunction-ed/20537
3. http://umm.edu/health/medical/reports/articles/erectile-dysfunction
4. https://nccih.nih.gov/health/yohimbe
5. http://www.uofmhealth.org/health-library/hn-1213000
6. http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/erectile-dysfunction/in-depth/erectile-dysfunction-herbs/ART-20044394?p=1
7. http://www.ageless.co.za/herb-maca.htm