Since its introduction in 1999, Viagra has made a commanding name for itself in the fixing of erectile dysfunction. It was so triumphant that rivals have now moved in, in the form of two new drugs named Cialis and Levitra. More and more men are moving towards addressing and treating soft and short-lived erections.

But although Viagra and its pharmaceutical counterparts have proven successful for millions of men, some find the side effects a hassle to deal with. Side effects often include headaches, flushing (of the face), indigestion and may cause sudden and potentially deadly drops in blood pressure!

Many men find the side effects enough of a prevention that they go in search of another solution. Thats why so many men are turning to natural supplements. Many men find they give them similar results, minus the high price tag and nasty side effects!

Medical Proof - Herbs Actually Help With Fixing Erectile Dysfunction

Many pharmaceuticals were made using conventional herbal medicines as a starting point. Modern drug research has often started with ancient teachings about a given plant or extract, known to indigenous peoples for having a specified medical effect. They segregate a basic compound or active ingredient, and then prepare it for sale on the market.

Many native cultures have botanical cures for sexual improvement and erection issues. While some were just placebos that gave imaginary results, many others were physiologically valid, and later became medically proven to have positive effects on the penis tissues. Medical proof continues to be added to the list every day.

The Power Of Herbal Supplements

Many of the herbs contained in natural erectile dysfunction cures directly affect the corpus cavernosa, otherwise known as the erectile bodies within the penis. Many of these ingredients have undergone extensive clinical research that proves they can be effective for increasing penis performance, erection size, and in treating erectile problems.

Some Recent Studies On The Effectiveness Of Herbs:

Although the exact actions of Muira Puama are not yet entirely understood by science, its efficiency as an answer to Impotence has been clinically proven. A study conducted at the Institute of Sexology in Paris (supervised by Dr. Jaques Waynberg) showed that out of 262 men, over 50% reported significant progress after using Muria Puama daily for two weeks. 62% of men who were suffering from lost libido had a dramatic effect.

A second study showed even stronger results! In a group of 100 men who complained of low libido, weak erections, or other sexual issues, between 55% and 70% of men who used Muira Puama reported significant increases in sexual performance and desire.

In the same study, a group of 26 men diagnosed with common sexual asthenia (sexual weakness), and the inability to produce an erection suitable to have sex, 90% of cases found treatment with Muira Puama to have a beneficial effect!

Other studies have shown that the herb Epimedium (commonly called Horny Goat Weed) aids sexual performance in many ways.

1. It functions as an adaptogen, which increases the level of various hormones including serotonin, dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine when they drop below certain levels. This promotes higher energy levels and reduces the stress hormones (cortisol) that can depress sex drive and cause tiredness.

2. It also contains a number of flavonoids (plant compounds found in many green plants), one of which is known as icariin. Icariin can have a direct effect on erections. In medical terms, it is known as a cGMP-specific PDE5 inhibitor, which are the main ingredients contained in prescription drugs like Viagra, Cialis and Levitra.

Other ingredients in herbal solutions for impotence include both Ginseng and Ginko, both of which have hundreds of clinical studies that show their effects on the human body, not the least of which are improved circulation to peripheral circulation (body extremities), and increased libido and sexual function.