{"id":5441,"date":"2019-08-12T14:00:01","date_gmt":"2019-08-12T18:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=5441"},"modified":"2024-05-21T12:10:28","modified_gmt":"2024-05-21T16:10:28","slug":"natural-cures-for-erectile-dysfunction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/natural-cures-for-erectile-dysfunction\/","title":{"rendered":"A guide to natural cures and treatments for erectile dysfunction"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><a href=\"#vitamins-supplements-ed\">Vitamins and supplements<\/a> | <a href=\"#food-diet-ed\">Food and diet<\/a> | <a href=\"#lifestyle-changes-ed\">Lifestyle changes<\/a>\u00a0| <a href=\"#counseling\">Counseling<\/a> | <a href=\"#acupuncture\">Acupuncture<\/a> | <a href=\"#best-treatment-ed\">What\u2019s the most effective treatment for erectile dysfunction?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you struggle to achieve or maintain an erection, you\u2019re not alone. More than 3 million people in the United States experience <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/erectile-dysfunction-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">erectile dysfunction (ED)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> every year. The good news? It\u2019s easily treatable and often curable. Standard treatments include injections, vacuum pumps, surgery, implants, and prescription drugs\u2014like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/viagra\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Viagra<\/span><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/sildenafil-citrate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(sildenafil)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription-discount-card\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Levitra <\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/vardenafil-hcl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(vardenafil)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cialis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis<\/span><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/tadalafil\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(tadalafil)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:6849,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;9&quot;:1,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0},&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=CONCATENATE(R[0]C[-2],R[0]C[-3],R[0]C[-1])\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But erectile dysfunction is often self-diagnosed, with no need for expensive lab tests or an awkward conversation about sexual problems with your doctor. So, many individuals prefer to start by trying the range of natural treatment options that people with ED report as fast and effective. Such as:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription-discount-card\"><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamins, dietary supplements, and herbal remedies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food and diet changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lifestyle changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Counseling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acupuncture<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best treatment for erectile dysfunction depends on what\u2019s causing it. Some common culprits behind erectile dysfunction, sometimes called impotence, include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart conditions and cardiovascular disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lifestyle factors, such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and lack of exercise<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress and anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excess weight<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low testosterone<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stroke<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Penile injury<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medication side effects<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of the variety of contributing factors to erectile dysfunction, there are many ways to treat your symptoms. Depending on your specific health condition and medical history, different treatments may work for you. You should always discuss the risks and benefits of any new treatment regimen with a trusted medical professional.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription-discount-card\"><b>Prescription discount card<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"vitamins-supplements-ed\">1. Vitamins and Supplements<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamins and supplements have been used in other cultures as a treatment for erectile dysfunction for many years. But that doesn\u2019t mean their benefits are always well-studied\u2014or even safe. Watch out for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/all-natural-alternatives-erectile-dysfunction-risky-proposition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">phony treatments<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumer.ftc.gov\/articles\/0202-phony-cures-erectile-dysfunction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">potentially dangerous supplements<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natural alternatives to Viagra and other ED prescription medications:<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arginine<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/l-arginine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">L-arginine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a naturally present amino acid that helps to increase the body&#8217;s production of nitric oxide. This nitric oxide helps blood vessels dilate, which in turn increases blood flow to the penis, thereby facilitating erections.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/10233492\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> indicates that 31% of men who had both a lower production of nitric oxide and experienced erectile dysfunction saw improvement in sexual performance when taking an oral supplement of L-arginine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In another 2003<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/12851125\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 80% of participants saw restored sexual ability after just two months when L-arginine was combined with pycnogenol, another natural supplement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone)<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testosterone is an essential hormone for normal sexual function and libido (sex drive); some cases of erectile dysfunction are attributed to low testosterone levels. DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) is an over-the-counter hormone supplement that the body converts into both estrogen and testosterone. Increasing testosterone can potentially help alleviate erectile dysfunction symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DHEA is a natural hormone that is produced by your adrenal glands, and it\u2019s been<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/8254833\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shown <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that men with low levels of DHEA are more likely to be impotent. In one 2009<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0090429598005718\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, participants who received DHEA were more likely to achieve and maintain an erection than those on placebo.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although these results are promising, researchers agree that more studies with larger data numbers are needed to further investigate the extent of DHEA benefits in relation to erectile dysfunction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginseng<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known as the \u201cHerbal Viagra,\u201d Ginseng has been used for centuries to treat impotence and male sexual function. As with many herbal supplements, researchers agree that more studies with larger sample sizes must be conducted for conclusive evidence. However, current research in Panax ginseng (red ginseng) is<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2561113\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> promising<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yohimbe<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extracted from the bark of the African Yohimbe tree, Yohimbe was sometimes recommended by doctors to patients suffering from erectile dysfunction before current prescription medications, such as Viagra, were available.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should always speak with a doctor before taking any new supplements, as some\u2014such as Yohimbe\u2014are known to cause jitteriness and headaches, and could interact with other medications you\u2019re taking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although some small<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/3900803\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> studies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> show Yohimbe to have positive effects on erection issues, it\u2019s not widely recommended by medical professionals to treat erectile dysfunction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Propionyl-L-carnitine<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Propionyl-L-carnitine is an amino acid produced naturally by the body, and a supplement that has been used to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthcentre.org.uk\/pharmacy\/erectile-dysfunction-propionyl-l-carnitine.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">treat leg pain, improve blood circulation, and manage heart failure<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It also has been investigated to treat the symptoms of diabetes. Since ED may be caused by a diagnosis for which this supplement may provide some benefit, it makes sense that it has demonstrated <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21966881\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">improvement in symptoms of ED<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Additional information suggests this supplement can increase testosterone levels in older men and reduce symptoms of chronic fatigue-additional conditions that may result in erectile dysfunction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horny Goat Weed<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horny goat weed (Epimedium) is an herb used for years to treat sexual dysfunction. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubs.acs.org\/doi\/pdf\/10.1021\/np800049y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some research<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> indicates that the main component, icariin, acts similarly to common erectile dysfunction prescription medications like sildenafil (Viagra). It works by allowing blood to fill the arteries of the penis, thereby facilitating erections. Horny goat weed is available over-the-counter as a tea, capsule, powder, and tablet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin D<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data published in a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/12\/5\/1411\/htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2020 review<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shows a link between vitamin D deficiency and severe ED, and supports findings from prior research which had suggested that individuals with hypogonadism\u2014or low sex hormone production\u2014also had low levels of vitamin D. The mechanism by which vitamin D may support sexual health is a reduction in oxidative stress and regulation of blood pressure through stimulation of nitric oxide production.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B9<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A deficiency of vitamin B9, otherwise known as folate, has also been identified to have an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8240352\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">association with ED<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. One <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31237081\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recent study <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of 100 people discovered that supplementation with folic acid, the synthetic form of folate, decreased the severity of ED symptoms reported.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B3<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin B3, also known as niacin, could improve moderate to severe <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21810191\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ED in patients with dyslipidemia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Additional information would need to be available to make this a more robust and commonplace recommendation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other herbal treatments and supplements that are sometimes noted to improve erectile function include ginkgo biloba, Rhodiola rosea, maca, and ashwagandha. However, like many alternative therapies, there is little research to support their claims.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should always speak with your doctor before taking over-the-counter, natural remedies, as there is the risk of interaction with other medications and other side effects.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"food-diet-ed\">2. Food and Diet<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vascular health, circulation, and excess weight are often significant contributors to impotence. If you are overweight, losing weight can greatly help erectile dysfunction. It\u2019s no surprise then, that many people first make changes to their diet as a means to alleviate the symptoms of erectile dysfunction and achieve consistent erections.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natural foods for ED<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pomegranate Juice<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic conditions such as heart disease and high blood pressure often contribute to erectile dysfunction. There is no solid evidence that pomegranate juice will alleviate impotence. However, some studies show that drinking the antioxidant-rich juice could reduce the risk of these underlying causes, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/heart_disease_coronary_artery_disease\/article.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heart disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/high_blood_pressure_hypertension\/article.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">high blood pressure<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s not uncommon for doctors to recommend patients drink pomegranate juice\u2014it <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">could<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> help with erectile dysfunction. But even if it doesn\u2019t, it may come with other health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dark Chocolate<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor blood flow and circulation to the penis can contribute to erectile dysfunction. One way to increase both is to consume antioxidants called<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahajournals.org\/doi\/full\/10.1161\/circulationaha.108.827022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> flavonoids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, like those found in dark chocolate. These flavonoids may also help lower blood pressure and decrease cholesterol, two factors known to contribute to male impotence. Important to note, you should avoid milk chocolate because of the sugar and absence of beneficial flavonoids.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pistachios<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A 2011<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21228801\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tracked the effects of pistachios on patients suffering from erectile dysfunction and found that those who consumed a nut-heavy diet for several weeks saw a significant improvement in their sexual health. Researchers believe the benefits of pistachios for erection problems may be due to an amino acid called arginine, which is known to relax blood vessels, resulting in increased circulation to the penis. They are delicious <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> healthy, though avoid the salted variety.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oysters and shellfish<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common lore says that oysters are a natural aphrodisiac. One of the reasons they attained this reputation could be their high levels of zinc. Also found in shellfish, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthcentre.org.uk\/pharmacy\/erectile-dysfunction-zinc.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">zinc<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plays a significant role in the production of the male hormone testosterone, which is essential to sexual health.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watermelon<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watermelon is full of phytonutrients (including lycopene), which are known to relax the blood vessels involved in erections. There are multiple studies that support the connection between watermelon and improved sexual function, including<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/today.agrilife.org\/2008\/06\/30\/watermelon-viagra-effect\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> research<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Texas A&amp;M University, suggesting it could be an alternative to doctor-prescribed Viagra.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leafy greens and beets<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach, celery, and beets may help alleviate symptoms of erectile dysfunction by increasing circulation, thanks to their high concentration of nitrates and antioxidants. Beet juice in particular is known to be especially high in nitrates. Nitrates can help open the blood vessels that supply the penis. Believe it or not, today\u2019s erectile dysfunction drugs\u2014such as sildenafil, Cialis, or Staxyn\u2014are based on nitrates\u2019 vasodilating effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomatoes and pink grapefruit<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomatoes and pink grapefruit are full of the phytonutrient, Lycopene, which is great for circulation (read: getting the blood flowing to your penis). There are some indications that Lycopene is best absorbed when consumed with oily foods so for best results, try adding these to a salad with some olive oil and avocado.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caffeine<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circulation plays a huge role in achieving and maintaining erections. With that in mind, you may want to stick to your morning cup of joe. That\u2019s because there are indications that caffeine increases circulation. According to one<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0123547\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, people who drink the equivalent of two to three cups of coffee per day had a reduced likelihood of having erectile dysfunction when compared to other participants.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a clinical<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/25092061\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The International Society for Sexual Medicine<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a lack of vitamin D can raise your risk of erectile dysfunction. Why? Without enough vitamin D, you may not produce the amount of nitric oxide that your blood vessels need for optimal function. Sunshine is a solution for a vitamin D deficiency, but that\u2019s not always possible in seasons with limited daylight hours, like winter. Fortunately, patients can boost their vitamin D intake through foods such as eggs, fortified milk, and cheese. When eating eggs, don\u2019t forget the yolk. The old thought process from the 1980s of egg yolks being bad for you has been dropped.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apple cider vinegar<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no studies that directly examine the effects of apple cider vinegar on erectile dysfunction. But there is evidence that it can reduce the impact of some conditions that cause erectile dysfunction, including<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1271\/bbb.90231\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> obesity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, high cholesterol, and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/profile\/Hamid_Sharif_Nia\/publication\/260311324_Influence_of_apple_cider_vinegar_on_blood_lipids\/links\/00b7d530bb6f074e4b000000.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heart disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For best results, mix no more than two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water and drink prior to eating once a day. Be aware, however, that it has a reputation for worsening esophageal reflux.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin-rich foods<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Given the deficiencies in several vitamins that have been found to be associated with ED and severity of symptoms, following a diet plentiful in replenishing stores of these benefits may also yield improvements in ED. Vitamin D can be replaced through the consumption of oily fish like salmon and sardines, mushrooms, and fortified milk. Folate, which occurs naturally in foods, can be found in avocados, asparagus, bananas, beans, and other legumes. Vitamin B3 can be found in peanuts, lentils, and sunflower seeds.\u00a0 There are many foods that can benefit your vascular health, and therefore, help you avoid many of the common causes of erectile dysfunction. Some other foods you can include in your diet to alleviate symptoms of impotence include cranberries, apples, onions, tea, and red wine.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also many foods that increase the risk of impotence. Refer to this list of foods to avoid to minimize the impact of erectile dysfunction in your life.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Foods to avoid for a healthy libido<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sugar\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are multiple reasons you should consider avoiding sugar as a means of treating and preventing erectile dysfunction. First, excess weight is a key contributor to erectile dysfunction, and reducing the amount of sugar in your diet is a great step in maintaining a slimmer waistline. Secondly,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22804876\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> research<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and clinical trials show sugar consumption can lower your testosterone levels by 25% for up to two hours. Low testosterone makes it much harder to achieve and maintain an erection. And thirdly, there\u2019s the common sugar crash\u2014when your energy levels plummet after the sugar high. If you need to eat something sweet, try sticking to natural sugars like those in fruit and honey.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artificial sweeteners and diet soda<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The medical community is realizing a link between artificial sweeteners and obesity and diabetes. Obesity and diabetes are strongly linked to erection problems. Here are a few links for more specifics related to the impact of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/?term=%E2%80%A2%09Diet+soda+intake+is+associated+with+long-term+increases+in+waist+circumference+in+a+biethnic+cohort+of+older+adults%3A+the+San+Antonio+Longitudinal+Study+of+Aging.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">diet soda <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">consumption on waist circumference and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/care.diabetesjournals.org\/content\/32\/4\/688\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the development of diabetes.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unhealthy fats<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like sugar, a diet high in saturated, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5312216\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unhealthy fats<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can exacerbate erectile dysfunction by clogging up arteries and lowering testosterone in the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"lifestyle-changes-ed\">3. <b>Lifestyle changes<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is a list of lifestyle changes you can make that are often encouraged to treat erectile dysfunction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop smoking<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoking narrows blood vessels and decreases circulation\u2014in addition to its links with lung cancer and other health problems. A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7239286\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">study published in 2020<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> demonstrated that ED was directly proportional to participants\u2019 exposure to smoking. When the participants, who were 30 to 60 years old, quit smoking they reported improvements in sexual function across all age groups.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce alcohol consumption<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant, which can make it harder to achieve arousal. Alcohol use can cause a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2917074\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">spectrum of conditions linked to sexual dysfunction<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of which is difficulty in attaining or maintaining an erection. Erectile failure in alcoholic men is considered almost a routine issue, with some studies reporting <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/389488\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">61% of patients dependent on alcohol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reporting sexual dysfunction, so it\u2019d be best to avoid alcohol use to assist in managing any related symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise more, including<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/urology.ucla.edu\/prostate-cancer\/kegel-exercises-for-men\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Kegel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> exercises<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/erectile-dysfunction-physical-exercise\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increasing exercise<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has a beneficial effect on managing ED. Since <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5960035\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cardiovascular disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the greatest contributing factor to developing ED, exercise to reverse or prevent heart conditions in the first place will serve in the management of ED.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get better sleep<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting enough quality <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4445839\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep triggers the release of testosterone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and other hormones that improve sexual function. Enough sleep also speeds up your metabolism making it easier to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, see this link to a study in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41366-019-0401-5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The International Journal of Obesity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meditate<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to sufficient sleep, other techniques that reduce stress or sexual performance anxiety, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9966447\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">meditation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, may help ease the symptoms of erectile dysfunction, so give it a go. These changes are part of a healthy lifestyle regardless.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"counseling\">4. Sexual or couples therapy (Counseling)<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If stress, anxiety, worry, or depression are contributing to your symptoms, therapy with a trained counselor or therapist can help to enhance sexual desire and improve performance. With professional guidance, you can learn tools to manage your stress, whether it\u2019s regarding your sex life, finances, work, relationships, or anything else.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"acupuncture\">5. Acupuncture<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicine technique that involves painlessly inserting very thin, metal needles at specific points in the body in order to release tension and stimulate energy flow, or <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">qi<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (chi), through the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are multiple scientific trials showing preliminary evidence that, when performed by a skilled practitioner, acupuncture is a safe and useful treatment for many different disorders, including <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">potentially <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">erectile dysfunction. A 1999 study published in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/ijir\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International Journal of Impotence Research<\/span><\/i><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">found that acupuncture improved the quality of erections and restored sexual activity in 39% of participants. This is supported by a 2003 clinical<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/14562135\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that 21% of patients struggling with erectile dysfunction reported improvements in their erections after a course of acupuncture treatments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s widely agreed that the risks associated with acupuncture are low. Further research is needed to confirm its effects, but there\u2019s not much danger in trying it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"best-treatment-ed\">What\u2019s the most effective treatment for erectile dysfunction?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends. Reach out to your healthcare provider before trying any new treatment options, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if your condition doesn\u2019t improve using natural cures. Remember, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn\u2019t regulate natural treatments such as herbs and supplements. Always buy from a trusted and reputable source, and be mindful of potential risks and side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many popular prescription medications that are proven effective to alleviate your symptoms and get you back to peak sexual health. For example, you could ask your doctor about Cialis, Levitra, Stendra, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription-discount-card\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staxyn<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Viagra, or a generic sildenafil tablet. Your primary physician is usually the first doctor you\u2019ll see for a men\u2019s health evaluation. However, they may refer you to a specialist in urology or endocrinology.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you decide to go straight to a prescription medication or try some natural remedies, remember that erectile dysfunction is a common condition that\u2019s very treatable. With some trial and error, you\u2019re likely to find an ED treatment that works for you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vitamins and supplements | Food and diet | Lifestyle changes\u00a0| Counseling | Acupuncture | What\u2019s the most effective treatment for erectile dysfunction? If you struggle to achieve or maintain an erection, you\u2019re not alone. More than 3 million people in the United States experience erectile dysfunction (ED) every year. The good news? 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