Impotence or erectile dysfunction is a serious problem that affects millions of men around the world. It is the loss of the ability to achieve and maintain penile erection.

Impotence is not classified as a disease but rather as a symptom that is caused by one or many other underlying factors both biological and psychological. Factors like diabetes, hormonal imbalance, smoking, stress, depression, anxiety, alcoholism and certain medication to name a few.

It was thought for a long time that the main reasons for impotence were psychological but now it has been confirmed that impotence is mostly caused by biological factors.

What scientists are finding out today is that the age old reputation for many medicinal herbs as a treatment for erectile dysfunction and other ailments has actually some scientific foundation behind them.

There are herbs that can help calm the nerves, increase blood flow to the penis, improve the circulatory system and improve and increase the hormone levels which automatically decrease with age.

Natural Herbs That Have Been Used For Impotence Treatment

• Ginkgo Biloba (Ginkgo Biloba )
  As with so many other medicinal herbs Ginko Biloba treats the whole body rather than just one symptom. Recent evidence shows that it can increase the blood flow to the penis. Gingko Biloba is also used against depression and as a mental stimulator.
• Yohimbe ()
  This medicinal herb is probably the most popular herb today used for impotence treatment and Yohimbine, the active constituent in Yohimbe, is the most documented solution for impotence and has been proven to work for erectile dysfunction.The downside to this is that Yohimbine can have many serious side effects like nausea, insomnia and nervousness. Also it can increase the heart rate if taken in large dosages. Both Yohimbe and Yohimbine are legally available over the counter as they are classified as a remedy but they should always be used with the supervision of a health care professional.
• Asian Ginseng (Panax ginseng) ()
  Asian Ginseng has a very old tradition as a sexual potency herb. It is thought to increase sexual stamina and improve overall sexual health.
• Muira Puama (Ptychopetalum olacoides )
  A Brazilian shrub, that has been used in South America for centuries as an aphrodisiac and to stimulate the nerves. Considered by many as the best impotence herb available and in some clinical studies it has proven to be effective as a treatment for erectile dysfunction in some men. But as with many other medicinal herbs, more studies are needed.
• Damiana ()
  This traditional herb has the reputation as a treatment for erectile dysfunction.

Some other herbs that have been used as an impotence treatment are gotu kola, tongkat ali, butea superba and tribulus. Although not a herb, the amino acid L-Arginine has also been shown to be helpful for impotence.

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