Natural Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction

There are both medical and natural remedies for erectile dysfunction.

Both have limitations and risks. After considering the risks of both, many are choosing to avoid both. Some because of having experienced the bad side effects. Others to avoid those side effects.

What if there was a better way. There is an exception. Of the medical and natural remedies for erectile dysfunction, only one of the natural erectile dysfunction cures is listed in the Physicians Desk Reference that has virtually no negative side effects. More importantly, it has numerous benefits to the body in addition to helping those with ED.

By some estimates, 30 million American men are dealing with erectile dysfunction.

Seven out of 10 of these may be the result of atherosclerosis, kidney disease, vascular disease, neurological disease, or diabetes. Some medications, surgery and psychological problems can also cause ED.

From the most basic (zinc, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and flax seed meal, even watermelon) to the exotic, there are numerous supplements that have been used as natural remedies for erectile dysfunction.

ED Natural Remedies / Unnatural Side Effects

Herbal remedies and supplements do not need FDA approval to sell their products.

Just like medical treatments, natural remedies for erectile dysfunction have serious side effects. The results can be harmful, even fatal.

Note Many only know the negative side effects from reading about them.

As a hospital nurse, I have seen first hand the dangerous effects of natural remedies for erectile dysfunction as well as traditional use of medicines for erectile dysfunction. Although they do not hurt everyone, is your life worth the risk? More importantly, what if there was a better and safer way?

Before trying any natural remedies for erectile dysfunction, especially if your already on medicines, consult your doctor or pharmacist before making any changes.

Considering how dangerous both medical and natural remedies are, many are choosing to avoid them in favor for a safer solution. That will be covered at the end.

Natural Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction

This is a comprehensive list. We will continue to add to if as new findings become available.

Yohimbe

What It Is Yohimbine (Procomil): a psychoactive drug with stimulant and aphrodisiac effects. It comes in both over-the-counter supplement in herbal extract form and as a prescription medicine used for treatment of sexual dysfunction.

What It Does Limited beneficial effects were noted. The results were not impressive according to one review in the year 2000.

Negative Side Effects Side effects include anxiety reactions, rapid heart rate, high blood pressure, over stimulation, insomnia and/or sleeplessness. Although rare, panic attacks, hallucinations, headaches, dizziness, and skin flushing have been noted. There is also a risk of panic disorder type reactions.

Serious and dangerous effects include seizures and renal failure. If you have liver, kidney, heart disease, or a psychological disorder, you should not use it at all. There are much safer alternatives.

Ginkgo Biloba

What It Is Ginkgo is an extract from the leaves used for and claimed to have memory and concentration enhancing properties, and is and anti-vertigo agent. These same properties are felt to help with sexual dysfunction and ED,

What It Does Improves blood flow (including microcirculation in small capillaries) to most tissues and organs, protects against oxidative stress and cell damage from free radicals, blocks the effects of platelet-activating factor. In ED, it seems to relax smooth muscle which will enhance blood flow in the penis.

Studies are inconclusive but there is an association with sexual dysfunction as a side effect of antidepressant drugs.

Negative Side Effects There is an increased risk for bleeding at high doses.

There is risk of interaction with vitamin E, anti-clotting medications, aspirin, ibuprofen, (possibly) warfarin or other NSAIDs. In large doses it can cause convulsion. Some preparations of Ginkgo may contain colchicine which is dangerous to people with kidney or liver problems.

Speak with a pharmacist or you physician before using Ginkgo if your taking antidepressants such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. It may rarely cause gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, dizziness, heart palpitations, and restlessness.

L-arginine

What It Is An amino acid that is taken as a supplement that does numerous things in the body.

What It Does It helps the body eliminate ammonia, make compounds like creatine, L-glutamate and nitric oxide. Nitric oxide is a compound that relaxes blood vessels which may help with conditions that improve when blood vessels are relaxed (called vasodilation), such as atherosclerosis, erectile dysfunction, and intermittent claudication. Uses include high blood pressure, migraines, sexual dysfunction in women.

One study found that it only benefited men who already had low nitrogen levels.

Negative Side Effects It should not be used after a heart attack as it has been known to cause death. Those with heart disease should consult a doctor before taking. In higher doses, it may increase stomach acids, making heartburn, ulcers, and digestive problems.

L-arginine may alter potassium levels.

If you are on ACE inhibitors, have kidney disease, have liver disease, are on potassium sparing diuretics, have diabetes, are pregnant or want to be, or have genital herpes, then you should not use L-arginine without consulting a doctor.

DHEA

What It Is DHEA is a naturally occurring hormone produced by the adrenal glands. The human body levels decrease with age. It is a form of steroid. It can be taken in supplement form.

What It Does DHEA is believed to boost the immune system and restore mental ability. Studies have looked at it in treatment for Addison's disease, Alzheimer's disease, AIDS, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, Parkinson's disease, and erectile dysfunction.

Negative Side Effects Increased facial hair, acne and increase perspiration. Some have experienced weight gain, mood changes, breast tenderness, headaches, and some women have noted menstrual irregularity.

There is also a risk of increases in testosterone levels in both men and women. This can increase the risk of getting some cancers.

Spanish Fly

Also known as Cantharides.

What It Is Is made from the emerald green beetle Lytta vesicatoria which is dried and crushed into a powder.

What It Does The potent chemicals from ingestion are excreted in the urine irritate the urethra. The resulting inflammation in the genitals can cause priapism. Priapism is considered a medical emergency for both men and women.

Negative Side Effects The amount of the dose between effective and harmful quite small. It can cause painful urination, fever, bloody discharge and permanent damage to the kidneys and genitals.

Viramax

What It Is Viramax contains yohimbine, catuaba, muira puama, and maca.

What It Does See yohimbine above. It has not been proven effective or safe.

Negative Side Effects See above. Interactions with other medications are unknown.

Propionyl-L-Carnitine

What It Is When given as a supplement, it helps Viagra work better.

What It Does

Negative Side Effects Like viagra alone, there are the typical Viagra risks.

Zinc The mineral that is one of the natural remedies for erectile dysfunction.

What It Is When our bodies zinc levels are depleted such as with the use of diuretics, diabetes, digestive disorders, some kidney diseases and liver diseases is associated with erectile dysfunction.

What It Does Zinc may help with erectile function in men who have low zinc levels. There is no evidence that it helps men if their zinc levels are normal. If you take too much zinc, it can have a negative effect on immunity. In proper amounts, it has a positive effect on immunity.

Negative Side Effects Zinc supplements can cause side effects like stomach upset, heartburn and nausea. Supplements should not be taken for a few hours before or after eating citrus fruits.

Cysteine In both the foods you eat and supplement form.

What It Is Cysteine helps your body produce glutathione. You cannot take glutathione and effectively boost your glutathione levels. However, you can eat a diet or take supplements that will help your body boost your glutathione.

What It Does Glutathione is the bodies master antioxidant. It helps the body in numerous ways. In the case of ED, it helps the body in numerous ways that promote optimum sexual health.

The difference between cysteine and all of the above, there are virtually no side effects according to the physicians desk reference.

Even more importantly, cysteine is associate with treating and improving symptoms in over 68 different diseases or conditions in addition to erectile dysfunction prevention.

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In order to make a comprehensive list of natural remedies for erectile dysfunction, this will continue to grow. We have eliminated some remedies due to their classification as scheduled drugs.

If you know of other natural remedies for erectile dysfunction not listed here, please let us know.

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