Nitric Oxide (NO) is a key ingredient in the recipe of erections. This compound acts as a signaling molecule telling certain muscles to relax allowing for vasodilation and increased blood flow to certain parts of the body. When a man is sexually stimulated, Nitric Oxide kicks in and signals the penile muscles to relax and allow blood to flow resulting in an erection. As men age, their bodies began to produce less NO which can result in erectile dysfunction.
Most over the counter ED drugs available today utilize the role of Nitric Oxide in order to help men maintain an erection including the big three: Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra. All of them work by introducing a drug that selectively blocks a certain enzyme called PDE-5. During stimulation, NO combines with the enzyme guanylate cyclase which results in increased levels of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) which smoothes out the muscles. PDE-5 works as a cGMP destroyer, so blocking it causes increased levels of cGMP, better blood flow, therefore better erections. While these drugs do not increase the levels of NO, they work by making what NO you have more efficient.
Increasing your production of NO can also help boost your sex drive and keep an erection for longer. There are many different natural supplements that can help you in the production of this compound and making sure that you supplement your diet with them may help you stay busy in the bedroom for much longer periods of time.
Natural sources that boost Nitric oxide include:
L-Arginine
Known to many as “Nature’s Viagra”, Arginine is an all important amino acid that helps the body produce more Nitric Oxide. Increased intake of Arginine has shown to help 80% of men maintain an erection for longer periods of time.
Ginseng
Taking Ginseng is also a great way to boost Nitric oxide production. Ginsenoside components directly affect the nervous system and gonadal tissues allowing for vasodilation and the relaxation of penile tissues which allows Nitric Oxide to do its job. It also seems to have an effect on the endothelial cells and perivascular nerves allowing them to release more Nitric oxide.
Epimedium
Also known as Horny goat weed, Epimedum contains the compound icariin which works as PDE-5 inhibitor in much the same way ‘the big three” ED drugs do. In fact, lab tests have shown that icariin, may be even more specific at inhibiting PDE-5 allowing for more NO based reactions to occur allowing for longer lasting erections.
Cnidium Monnier
This herb from China can also naturally boost NO levels, leading to enhanced blood circulation and better erections.
As you can see, there are many natural ways that you can boost your nitric oxide production and allow yourself to get bigger, harder and longer lasting erections without the need of a doctor’s prescription. It is also no coincidence that many of these natural NO boosters are found in Zenerect: the leading natural supplement for male enhancement.
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