Erectile Dysfunction

Millions of men take Viagra nowadays to treat their erectile dysfunction problem. A great many of these men confidently believe that there are no ill side effects when taking Viagra. This however is not true. Some of the side effects of Viagra are blindness and deafness. Granted, these are uncommon, but they are also very serious and for the most part irreversible. Who wants to take a chance on going blind or deaf to achieve an erection? Not me! I guess the "little head" really does do the thinking for the "big head" in certain cases.

Some university studies have reported cases where men have had permanent blindness or deafness related to Viagra. And that can put a serious crimp in a guy's style. So if you want to explore alternatives to Viagra, there are some herbal remedies which can be substituted for that little blue pill. Also, there are various measures that can be taken, such as lifestyle changes which can improve the overall level of a man's "sexpertise." Here are some substitute measures which can be taken instead of taking Viagra:

1) Lose weight, and reduce your smoking and drinking. What this does for the most part, is increase circulation to the vital areas, which can do wonders for your "stiffy." Let's face it guys, most of us are not the young studs we once were. If you want to eat a couple of double cheeseburgers, smoke a pack of cigarettes and drink a case of beer, don't count on being in any shape to "lay pipe."

2) There are many herbal remedies on the market today which can provide some relief for ED. Ginko is one such herb that increases blood flow to lower extremities. Another is called Viramax, which has been proven relatively safe with minimal side effects and drug interactions. On the other hand, there are a few herbs which should be avoided.Yohimbe is one that causes increased blood pressure, headaches, and nausea. Gamma-Butyrolactone is another ingredient, which should be avoided, because it can cause seizures and coma. It seems obvious that you would not want to risk some of these side effects just to achieve an erection. But some men are hard-headed (pun intended) when it comes down to "getting it on."

3) Stress is a major contributing factor to the problem of erectile dysfunction. Lowering the stress factors in your life can do wonders for your love life. Exercise, plenty of sleep, a healthy diet, and a positive mental attitude will also increase your chances of achieving a nice "boner."

Just remember that Viagra is not a magic pill that solves all ED problems. Besides being exorbitantly priced, Viagra does have some major side effects which should be considered before taking. There are cheaper and healthier ways to treat the problem of ED. Keep it simple guys!