Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Diet and Treatment

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is one of the common health issues of men, especially with heart disease and diabetes. Some studies shows between 40% and 60% men ages 50 to 70 experience mild to moderate ED.

ED is known as difficulty achieving or sustaining an erection. It is often caused by a blend of tangible and sentimental issues. ED makes sex difficult, which can lead lack of sex drive and desire, increase anxiety and depression, and affect men relationship with women.

ED Allopathic medicines are standard solution for most men, but they have their downsides, like possible side effects and over-reliance on using them. But pills don't have to be your first or only choice. But there are some herbal treatments by which it ED can be cured without any kind of side effects, Because the herbal medicine made with natural herbs which has no power of side effects. 

"In many cases, lifestyle changes may slow the progress of ED and help manage it, so you might not need ED medications or have to rely on them as much," says Experts, 

Look for signs

You should always observe your sexual function for any changes, no matter how insignificant. For instance, can you get an erection, but not complete sex? Do your erections take longer, or are they inconsistent?

Consult your primary care doctor if symptoms become more frequent or severe. Besides confirming your condition, your doctor also can check for other health issues that may cause ED (see "Signs of other health problems").

If ED is confirmed, talk with your doctor about treatment options, including lifestyle changes. "These can have an immediate and long-lasting impact on managing ED, and often should be the first course of action before trying medication," says Dr. Garnick. Here are some strategies that have proved effective.

Do more aerobic exercise. An analysis in the June 2018 Sexual Medicine found that, on average, 40 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic activity, four times a week for six months, can improve ED. The type of exercise did not matter as long as the proper intensity was met; examples include jogging, swimming, cycling, circuit-type resistance training, and brisk walking. There are many ways to increase your amount of exercise. If you can't go to a gym, YMCA or community center to do aerobic and strength training classes, you can do similar exercises online at home.

Try performing Kegels. Kegel exercises strengthen pelvic floor muscles, and some research suggests they may help with ED by increasing blood flow to the penis. A Kegel is done by tightening the muscles you would use to stop the flow of urine or to hold back gas. A typical routine consists of multiple Kegels with set amounts of time to hold the muscle contraction and to rest between repetitions. The number of reps can vary from 10 to 100 contractions. You can learn how to perform Kegels at www.health.harvard.edu/kegels.

Watch your waistline. A 2015 study found that clinically obese men have a 40% higher risk of developing ED. If you are overweight, reducing your weight by 5% to 10% has been shown to improve sexual function.

Change your diet. Several studies have found that the health benefits of a Mediterranean diet extend to ED, too. An online guide found at www.health.harvard.edu/meddiet can help you begin a Mediterranean diet.

Signs of other health problems Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be red flags for other health issues. For instance: Cardiovascular disease. ED is often caused by abnormal blood vessels that do not supply enough blood to the penis for erections to occur. "ED may be a sign that something else is going on in your blood vessels, like high blood pressure and atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries," says Dr. Marc Garnick, professor of medical oncology and urologic cancer at Harvard-affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Diabetes. Diabetes can damage the nerves and blood vessels needed to achieve and maintain an erection. Men with diabetes tend to develop ED at a younger age compared with men without diabetes. Prostate conditions. Men who have an enlarged prostate from benign prostatic hyperplasia are more likely to experience ED. Although uncommon, ED also can be associated with prostate cancer. Psychological issues. Psychological and emotional issues, such as stress, anxiety, and depression, can contribute to ED. Your doctor can help with a diagnosis and help you get proper counseling, therapy, or other assistance, as needed.