Erectile dysfunction
SymptomFoods That May Help
Foods linked to Erectile dysfunction in the research literature.
- Fenugreek SeedsImproves
Significant boost in total blood testosterone and doubling of morning erections frequency in men
Source: How Not to Age
- SaffronImproves
Suggestive benefit found for both oral and topical (rubbed on penis) saffron, with caveats
Source: How Not to Age
- PistachiosImproves3-4 handfuls/day
3-4 handfuls/day for 3 weeks significantly improved penile blood flow and erection firmness | Pistachio diet improved erectile function parameters and serum lipid profiles
Source: How Not to Age
- WatermelonImproves5 servings red or 1 wedge yellow watermelon/day
5 daily servings of red watermelon or 1 wedge of yellow watermelon improved erection hardness via citrulline-to-arginine conversion
Source: How Not to Age
- Korean Red GinsengImproves1800-3000 mg/day
Meta-analysis of 6 RCTs: 1800-3000 mg/day for 4-12 weeks significantly improved erectile function vs placebo
Source: How Not to Age
- Mediterranean DietImproves
Mediterranean diet improved erectile function in subjects with metabolic syndrome
Source: How Not to Age
- Whole-Food Plant-Based DietReduces risk of
NHANES cross-sectional study showed plant-based diet associated with decreased ED risk
Source: How Not to Age
- GinsengImproves
Red ginseng systematic review for treating erectile dysfunction
Source: How Not to Age
Compounds That May Help
Bioactive compounds linked to Erectile dysfunction in the research.
- Vegetable NitratesImproves
Vegetable nitrates boost nitric oxide allowing blood vessel relaxation; eating greens associated with reduced rates of heart disease and a 'veggie Viagra' effect
Source: How Not to Age
- ArginineImproves
Can improve erectile function but may cause GI distress | Meta-analysis showed potential role of arginine supplements for ED
Source: How Not to Age
- CitrullineImproves
Oral L-citrulline supplementation improved erection hardness in men with mild ED
Source: How Not to Age
- Folic AcidImproves
Folic acid supplementation improved erectile function by lowering homocysteine
Source: How Not to Age
- NiacinImproves
Niacin improved erectile function in men with ED and dyslipidemia
Source: How Not to Age
Risk Factors
Foods and compounds that may contribute to Erectile dysfunction.
- Saturated fat
Up to 75% of men with cholesterol-narrowed arteries have some degree of ED; Atkins Diet case report: man lost ability to have erection and developed 99% heart blockage
Source: How Not to Age
- Bisphenol A
Urine bisphenol-A level associated with declining male sexual function
Source: How Not to Age
Recipes That May Help
Sources
- How Not to Age
- How Not to Die