Herbs to Use for Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is a common medical problem that can seem difficult to cure because of its many causes. If you suffer from erectile dysfunction, you may be seeking herbal remedies because modern medicine is expensive, or because it has not worked for you. Even if modern medicine is working to improve your sexual health, it can often be complemented by the proper use of herbs.

Ginkgo

• Ginkgo biloba is often used with medications to treat erectile dysfunction. A multi-functional herb, Ginkgo is effective on erectile dysfunction because of its healing, anti-inflammatory, vascular-health improving, and circulation-increasing properties.
  Ginkgo biloba is a powerful healing herb which has been used by medicine men for centuries. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, Ginkgo biloba was originally used in seed form, but recent studies by modern medicine have concentrated on the extract of the leaves, which has powerful healing properties and antioxidant components that help with circulation and healing.

Ashwagandha herb

• According to "The One Earth Herbal Sourcebook" by Alan Keith Tillotson et al, ashwaganda root is a common herb used to increase sexual vitality, bolster the sex drive and strengthen immunity, cognition and memory. Ashwaganda has been found effective on the male reproductive system in Ayurvedic studies conducted by the Indian Council for Research on Ayurveda and Siddha, according to Tillotson. It is a powerful anti-inflammatory as well, which can help reduce effects of prostate inflammation which might have an impact on erectile health.
  Ashwaganda root is usually taken as a dried powder or prepared as a solution with alcohol. "One Earth" recommends one gram of 4x concentrated powder two to three times per day to treat erectile dysfunction.

Yohimbe and Muira Puama

• Herbs which stimulate the hormones to increase sex drive can have a positive effect on maintaining a healthy erection. Muira puama is a rainforest herb that is used as an aphrodisiac. In a clinical study at the University of Sexology in Paris, France, "One Earth" says, in male patients with erectile dysfunction, as many as 62 percent of study patients responded positively to daily supplementation with the herb.
  Yohimbe bark is used in extract form in many prescription medications which treat hormonal and erectile dysfunction. It is also available in many popular blends which claim to increase male health. Like Muira puama, yohimbe bark can have an effect on erectile dysfunction through its hormonal and aphrodisiac effects.

Ginseng

• Ginseng is a powerful anti-inflammatory, as well as a common herb used to increase circulation and increase general sexual vitality. According to "One Earth," Ginseng increases the body's ability to heal by lengthening cell life and speeding up the process of synthesizing new cells. Ginseng root has cardiovascular benefits which can increase the flow of blood to your pelvic area, maximizing the blood that's available to support a healthy erection.

Warnings

• According to "One Earth", Ginseng and yohimbe have been shown to increase blood pressure. Patients who have high blood pressure, heart ailments, or other concerns which could be exacerbated by herbal supplements should consult a doctor before starting an herbal supplement regime for your erectile dysfunction.