Herbal Relief for Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is a common problem with many purported solutions. There are many companies offerng pills, salves and magic cures that claim to help achieve a strong erection, but many of these claims turn out to be exaggerated or false. Eastern cultures have been using herbal cures for erectile dysfunction for many years, and several herbs that are said to improve male reproductive health have proven their effectiveness in Western medical studies as well.

Ginseng root

• According to "The One Earth Global Sourcebook" by Alan Keith Tillotson et al, ginseng is a powerful herbal ally in the fight against erectile dysfunction. Ginseng acts on the building block centers of the body to speed healing and increase vascular health. Vascular health is an important part of achieving a healthy erection; erectile dysfunction is often the result of inadequate blood flow to the pelvic area.

  Ginseng can also have spiritual benefits that can help strengthen your inner health to fight erectile dysfunction. In "Chinese Herbal Medicine Made Easy", Thomas Richard Joiner says that Traditional Chinese Medicine believes Ginseng--known as Ren Shen in Chinese medicine--strengthens the central vital life force of the body, known as Chi.

Garlic

• Fresh garlic has nutrients that can lower cholesterol, clearing blockages which might be affecting erectile dysfunction. According to "One Earth", garlic has also been shown to lower blood pressure. High blood pressure can cause poor blood flow to the pelvic area, which can make it difficult to achieve a strong erection. Traditional Chinese herbalists have long used garlic to increase sexual energy and to combat erectile dysfunction.

Saw Palmetto Berry

• Saw palmetto is known as a general strengthening tonic for the male reproduction system. An anti-inflammatory that can fight the growth of tumors in the body, saw palmetto is effective in increasing pelvic blood flow and fighting prostatitis. In "One Earth", TIllotson says that saw palmetto is a known treatment for an enlarged prostate gland, a condition that can contribute to erectile dysfunction by blocking blood vessels that would normally feed the vascular system in the penis.

  In Traditional Chinese medicine, saw palmetto is usually taken in a blend of other herbs that would similarly benefit the male reproductive system, such as stringing nettle and white sage. Prepared capsules of saw palmetto supplements are also available for purchase at most grocery and natural food stores.

Wild Asparagus Root

• A treatment for infertility and erectile dysfunction in Traditional Chinese Medicine, wild asparagus root is a lesser-known herb that is used to strengthen the cardiovascular system and to bolster the spiritual life force called Yin. In Chinese medicine, physical ailments such as erectile dysfunction can be caused by spiritual deficiencies.

  Wild asparagus root is typically taken as a powder or in a concentrated dried blend. In its concentrated form, you should take one-half to one gram per day, according to "One Earth."