Arginine and Citrulline ARE indeed involved as precursors in the formation of nitric oxide in the body to help men produce erections.
But as independently taken supplements, they seem to produce little results for men who are looking for more dramatic results. Unfortunately, there is a lot more involved in the biological process of an erection taking place than the precursors alone.
Men should also be aware that using extra arginine, which can also be effective at increasing testosterone production, can ALSO activate hibernating viruses such as herpes. A local health food store I frequent has seen this happen time and again. Arginine along with other proteins is also taken independently by a lot of bodybuilders for the testosterone-enhancing effect, but it can obviously have it drawbacks, and I prefer using independent amino acids only for specific use…such as in injury and/or recovery, almost as a medicinal-type use…and using a full-spectrum natural food source of aminos (protein) such as the raw whey milk I reference often as my go-to protein source to give me all I need in the area of aminos.
I feel the whey protein alone can enhance erections better than the isolated aminos can. Especially when maca is added to it in a smoothie.
So on the note of what CAN work that may be a more holistic approach, I have a few things to offer. Don’t disregard these ideas, because I used to suffer from on-going ED myself, and I am a solid 80% recovered, having erections that are as strong and powerful…even larger I dare say…than they were for me as a kid (I’m 44 now).
Overall health first. The healthier you are, the better quality the erections will be.
The pathogen/detox focus you all know I have.
And for some specifics:
Do not underestimate adequate water. If you like, think of the liquid of water as being akin to the liquid blood pumping into the penis; the better hydrated you are, the more liquid you have in your body’s plasma. About half your weight in ounces a day of spring water or Artesian water per day. It takes effort to put that much water in your body each day, but you’ll reap rewards from it far beyond strong erections.
Supplemental topical magnesium each day, such as in the armpits as a deodorant. You all know which one is my favorite over at magnesoothe.com, and that you can use my name, facelessfatloss, in the coupon code to get a discount on any of their products. I am loving the Magnecharge spray as my deodorant. And it lasts a long time.
Adequate crystal salt each day, perhaps taking most just before bed…a half teaspoon or so. Some say it helps with insomnia a great deal.
Red light and infrared light therapy. Proven to produce localized increased nitric oxide production, about as naturally as possible. The red lights should be in the 660nm range, and infra red is often included in LED-type technologies used for various purposes such as injury recovery, or infra red pads can be bought separately as well and serve the same purpose. Very safe, can be applied directly to the area for a few minutes and up daily, and can possibly be one of the most effective ways we have to increase nitric oxide production semi-naturally.
Maca root, as a powdered food added to my protein smoothie. No question that at more therapeutic levels (some say at least three teaspoons, some guys I know go to three whole tablespoons!…you need to find your own level that works for you, I like to do three tsp+) causes enhanced libido. Increased libido does not guarantee enhanced erections of course, but the stuff just tends to work that way regardless. The people of Peru have used it as a food source for decades. It is so powerful an endocrine regulator that I like to cycle it in my diet, but do know that there are people who eat it every day. It’s also great for women at menopause, and I will cover this topic too soon.
Love, Happiness, Health and Peace……………Tim 🙂