Top 7 Home Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction and Premature Ejaculation
Erectile Dysfunction (ED) or Impotence is the inability of a male to achieve and maintain an erection sufficient to permit satisfactory sexual intercourse. Men with ED often have no problems with their libido, but their bodies fail to respond. The frequency of sexual impotence in men tends to increase with age. Premature Ejaculation occurs when a man ejaculates sooner during sexual intercourse than he or his partner would like. ED is more common in older men while Premature Ejaculation (PE) is more often a problem for younger men. Both these disorders are known to be caused by psychological or physiological issues.
Home remedies come in handy to help men achieve greater sexual potency. Natural treatments are known to be very effective and mostly better than conventional medicines. The most common natural remedies for ED and PE include those derived from plants and herbs and have been used by men since ages.
1. Garlic
Garlic is known to be the best treatment or sex rejuvenator for any kind of male sexual problem/impotence. Garlic has been referred to as the “poor man’s penicillin” as it acts like an antiseptic and immune booster at the same time. It Has been proved that “allicin”, a component derived from garlic, helps improve blood flow. This makes garlic the first home remedy to deal with erectile dysfunction. Garlic also offers some protection against testicular oxidative damage and spermiotoxicity. Garlic is recommended for those who overindulge in sex as it helps to protect them from nervous exhaustion.
One needs to consume three cloves of raw garlic daily. It chewing raw garlic seems difficult, the roast them with little butter till they turn golden brown and eat them. Garlic powder may also be mixed with cayenne pepper powder and taken with water before bed time. It is also advised to include garlic bread prepared with whole grains in the diet, as that helps in the production of healthy sperms.
2. Onions
Onion is considered to be one of the best libido enhancers as it is an effective aphrodisiac. Onion has been the oldest remedy passed on for years to treat premature ejaculation, impotence and involuntary loss of semen during sleep. Onions also helps to provide protection against testicular oxidative damage and spermitoxicity.
It is advised to crush an onion and fry it in butter. One may add some honey for taste. It should be taken on empty stomach for best results or before dinner. To improve sexual performance, one may consume dried mixture of onion juice with some black gram powder mixed in it and let it dry for seven days. Another way to consume onions is by finely chopping two large onions and let them steep in two cups of water for 10 minutes. It is recommended to drink half a cup of this solution three times daily for a month.
3. Carrots
Carrots are rich source of antioxidants, anticarcinogens and immune enhancers. Carrots are also known for their wound healing properties as they are antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and analgesic. Carrots have proved to elevate testosterone levels and cure impotence.
It is advised to take two spoons of grated carrots with warm milk before going to bed or just take carrot juice on daily basis. You made also add garlic, some beetroot, celery stalks to the carrot juice for extra benefits. People who are usually tensed and suffer from sexual disorders can find relief by taking finally chopped carrots with a half-boiled egg and a spoon of honey daily for a month or two.
4. Pomegranate Juice
Consuming a glass of pomegranate juice daily helps in increasing blood flow and smooth muscle relaxation due to its antioxidant effect. Pomegranate juice also helps in reducing stress and is known for anti-inflammatory and anticarcinogenic properties.
5. Ginger
The juice extracted from ginger is a valuable aphrodisiac and very beneficial in treating sexual weakness in men. Ginger is very effective in stimulating blood circulation.
The best way to treat impotency, premature ejaculation and spermatorrhea is to take half a spoon of ginger juice with a half-boiled egg and honey, for a month, daily, before going to bed. It is advised to drink two cups of ginger tea every day. If possible, prepare a mixture of two spoon each of ginger paste with honey and eat it three times a day for at least one month.
6. L-arginine
L-arginine helps in improving erectile dysfunction by helping blood vessels to open wider, which improves the blood flow to the penis.
L-arginine is found in protein rich foods like meat, chicken, fish, peas and nuts.
Consuming a handful of nuts also treat sexual impotency. One may take a mix of almonds, pistachios, quince seeds, black raisins and dried dates on a regular basis to increase the endurance, restore sexual drive and improve overall vitality. It is also recommended to take some saffron (in food or milk) as it has relaxing effect on the nerves and also arouses sexual desire.
7. Koreans Red Ginseng/Asian or Chinese Ginseng
This is a highly effective natural remedy for treating ED and PE. It can be taken as supplements to improve libido. There are several types of Ginseng available and all have positive effect in treating ED.
Among food choices, lady finger, drumsticks and Asparagus are considered as remarkable remedies for improving sexual vigor.
The above-mentioned home remedies work by improving the patient’s physical and mental health, by boosting the blood flow to the penis, strengthening the pelvic floor and also boosting the testosterone production.
It is always recommended to address any sexual dysfunction one is experiencing, with the doctor as it might be a sign of an underlying heart problem. ED and PE often cause embarrassment and insecurity in men due to an inability to perform sexually.
