Solve Impotence: Viagra and Popular Herbal Impotence Treatments Compared
(Viagra, Orexis, VigRX, Vipra, Zenerx)

Do herbal treatments really offer an effective alternative to Viagra, and if so, which ones should I use?

This is an important question for men considering;

• Over 30 million men have impotence
• Prescription drug costs are sky-high
• The increased health concerns regarding the use of prescription drugs
• Greater understanding of the importance of overall health
• Worldwide evidence supporting the effectiveness of herbal treatments for many medical conditions is greater than ever. Even medical doctors, typically resistant to herbal and naturopathic healing, now endorse natural formulas for male impotence and sexual enhancement.
• Herbal supplements are used by 150 million Americans to treat medical conditions and promote health.

Let's take a look at how these products work, compared with Viagra and what makes them effective herbal alternatives for so many men.

Quality impotence/enhancement pills contain a number of natural ingredients from around the world, with proven success at increasing libido, increasing sexual drive and function, and creating greater stamina and erection hardness. However, while researching, we focused on ingredients that produce male impotence results backed by scientific research.

In our quest to find the answer, we scoured medical research to find any human studies comparing Viagra to commonly used herbs or herbal supplement products. Unfortunately, we were unable to find any side by side studies.

Next we reviewed impotence research studies for;

• The overall effect various herbal ingredients had on male impotence.
• If an herb has a demonstrated effect as a PDE-5 inhibitor (Viagra, Cialis & Levitra are PDE-5 Inhibitors).
• If an herb facilitated the effect of nitric oxide which is necessary for an erection (PDE-5 inhibitors facilitate the effect of Nitric Oxide).
• The effect various herbs had on specific body functions that are required to produce a strong, firm erection and a strong sex drive. (i.e. circulatory, vascular, nervous, endocrine system, muscular system)

We found research studies reported by well respected Institutes: Sloan-Kettering Cancer Institute; Institute of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmacy, Munich, Germany; University of Peking; National University of Mexico; and others that demonstrate the positive effects that proper herbal ingredients provide to the treatment of impotence.

Summary of Viagra Compared to Natural Herbal Alternative Treatments
(Read findings for details)

Summary of Popular Herbal Products Containing Impotence Effective Herbs Described in Findings

Herb	Orexis(2)	Vig RX(3)	Vipra(2)	Zenerx(4)
Shilajit (1)
Horny Goat Weed (1)
Muira Puama
Allium Sativum (1)
Mucuna Pruriens
Tribulus Terrestris
Ashwagandha
(1) Herb has demonstrated Nitric Oxide enhancement effect as Viagra, Cialis, Levitra. (2) Even though Orexis and Vipra ingredients provide positive benefits for impotence they also contain Yohimbe which is potentially dangerous thus we do not recommend either product. (3) VigRX contains safe ingredients. However. in our research we have found a issues which give us concern over their business practices. They have a high number of complaints files with the Better Business Bureau A class action lawsuit has been filed because they do not honor their product guarantee, They are a foreign company using foreign credit card processor. This decreases the likelihood of ever collecting on their guarantee and increases credit card security concerns. All of which make purchasing VigRX a riskier proposition than from any of the other manufacturers in this review.     (4) Of the four herbal supplements, Zenerx is our recommended choice. Click For Zenerx Information

Findings

Three Herbs That Enhance Nitric Oxide Effects Like Viagra

If you are looking for natural herbal alternatives to Viagra here are three herbs that you should look for that have a demonstrated effect on the body's Nitric Oxide usage like Viagra. 

Shilajit (Viagra effect)

The anti-stress and adjuvant effects of Shilajit have been evaluated in numerous Indian studies. Shilajit provides an anti-oxidant defense against several reactive oxygen types. Processed Shilajit provides complete protection to methacrylate against hydroxyl radical-induced polymerization, and acts as a reversible nitric oxide-captodative agent. These findings are consistent with therapeutic uses of Shilajit as an ayurvedic (rejuvenator) against oxidative stress and geriatric complaints of erectile dysfunction.

Horny Goat Weed (Viagra effect)

Horny goat weed has been used for over 2000 years as a sexual and reproductive tonic. It acts to increase erection ability, size, and fullness.

Horny goat weed contains a flavonoid called icariin. Icariin is a cGMP-specific PDE5 inhibitor like Viagra, Cialis and Levitra, as demonstrated in a 1984 University of Peking study.

It also functions as an adaptogen by increasing levels of epinephrine, norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine when they are low-promoting energy-but reduces cortisol levels when elevated (an anti-stress effect), which causes fatigue and depresses sex drive.

Finally, horny goat weed can restore low levels of both testosterone and thyroid hormone back to normal, improving sex drive. 

Allium Sativum - Garlic (Viagra effect)

Yes, good old garlic. In two different 1998 studies-one from the National University of Mexico and another from the Institute of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmacy in Munich, Germany-garlic was shown to "activate nitric oxide synthase", or enhance the nervous system's ability to react to nitric oxide.

Also, there are multiple studies compiled by the Sloan-Kettering Cancer Institute demonstrating garlic’s aid in preventing and having curative effects on several medical conditions which often cause ED. These conditions include high blood pressure, heart disease, hypertension and atherosclerosis

Herbal Ingredients for Overall Health & Help ED Conditions

There are multiple causes of impotence and low sex drive, ranging from mild (low sex drive, weak erections, lack of energy, slow and weak ejaculation) to severe (total inability to achieve erection and complete lack of sexual desire).

These causes can be:

• Cardiovascular (i.e. restricted blood flow, high blood pressure, heart disease, hypertension, and atherosclerosis)
• Renal or urological
• Nutritional (i.e. malnutrition, vitamin or mineral deficiency)
• Endocrine (i.e. low testosterone or high prolactin)
• Neurological
• Muscular & tissue-related
• Psychological (i.e. stress, anxiety, etc.

Increasing your health in these areas, you can often resolve sexual dysfunction issues. This is perhaps where natural herbal supplements provide the greatest benefit to a man's total sexual performance.

Three Herbs That Work Like Viagra

If you are looking for herbal alternatives to Viagra, backed by research, we present a number of such herbs below.

Mucuna Pruriens

Mucuna pruriens works as a prolactin inhibitor, a growth hormone stimulant, and to increase testosterone.

A US patent was filed in 2002 on the use of mucuna pruriens to stimulate the release of growth hormone in humans. High levels of l-dopa in the mucuna seed are converted to dopamine, which stimulates the release of growth hormone by the pituitary gland. L-dopa and dopamine are effective prolactin inhibitors.

Increased levels of prolactin are considered responsible for 70% of erection failure in men. In one study, ingestion of the seeds in 56 males improved erection, duration of coitus, and post-coital satisfaction after four weeks of treatment. It also promotes spermatogenic effects in men, improving sperm count and motility.

Tribulus Terrestris

Tribulus is a natural testosterone enhancer. It is also said to be an excellent circulatory system tonic, and can help build muscles and strength.

Clinical studies on the sexual activity-enhancing effect of tribulus have shown it to contain protodioscin, a saponin constituent, improving libido in men with impotence due to various causes, libido in women with menopausal symptoms, and sperm motility in infertile and subfertile men.

In another study involving 59 men, ages 22-67 and suffering from a range of sexual dysfunctions, an increase in sexual desire and fantasies, as well as sexual self-confidence, was reported in almost all patients. The subjective experience of pleasure, joy and satisfaction was reported in 80%, erection improved in over 75%, and the duration of intercourse before ejaculation was prolonged in 25%.

Ashwagandha

Here is what the Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center said in their Ashwagandha Clinical Summary:

"It (Ashwagandha) is also used as a general tonic, to increase energy and improve health and longevity...  Ashwagandha has shown...antioxidant effects in the brain and...a tranquilizing effect on the central nervous system in animals...human studies suggest Ashwagandha may promote growth in children and improve hemoglobin concentration, red blood cell count, and sexual performance in adults".

What To Look For in an Herbal Impotence Supplement

With so many herbal "Male Enhancement/Enlargement/Sexual Performance/ Impotence" products being advertised, it can be difficult to choose products that can actually help and are safe. Also, some supplements contain herbs that may be dangerous.

• Make sure it is manufactured in and shipped from the United States.
• Look for potentially dangerous ingredients.
• Look for ingredients that aid overall health as well as ingredients selected strictly for ED and enhanced performance.
• Look for chemical additives.
• Look for a product guarantee.

The herbs listed above represent those that have demonstrated positive effects treating ED and increasing libido and energy. As many men have discovered, herbal supplements may be the perfect Viagra alternative.

Summary

Viagra is proven an excellent prescription drug for men with impotence.

Positives: Fast acting, and tends to have stronger 24 hour effect than herbs specifically at enabling an erection.

Negatives: Costs, side effects, short term (24 hours) and it only treats the symptom of impotence but does nothing help causes of impotence, low sex drive or improved body functions.

Herbal impotence and enhancement products have a demonstrated positive effect on male impotence. Some herbs act similar to Viagra at enhancing the body's use of Nitric Oxide.

Positives: Cost, minimal or no side effects, positive effects tend to accumulate and become more produced over time. Dosages can be missed and benefits are retained. Herbal formulations have positive benefits on multiple body functions (cardiovascular, endocrine, muscular and nervous system) essential to a strong erection and sex drive.

Negatives: Immediate short term effect is not as pronounced as Viagra.

Are Herbal Treatments right for you? Based on evidence, there are a number ingredients proven effective for men. However, as with prescription drugs, medical treatments, or other supplements, individual results can vary. Reputable nutraceutical companies recognize this by providing a legitimate money back guarantee. This allows you to try a supplement to see if it aids your condition.  

Zenerx (Zenerx Product Information) is an herbal product containing multiple herbs proven beneficial to men with impotence and enhances the body's use of Nitric Oxide like Viagra. They also have no reported consumer complaints.

Giovanni Magnotti
GM@impotenceguide.info

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.