Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a persistent condition but is normally only experienced occasionally by men. Erectile dysfunction (impotence) is extremely common in men and it can affect as many as one in ten men. Premature ejaculation, inability to sustain or attain an erection, loss of sexual desire (libido) or the inability to have an orgasm are all symptoms of erectile dysfunction (impotence). If you are suffering from erectile dysfunction (impotence) it is best to consult your doctor, erectile dysfunction (impotence) can be caused by drugs, physical or psychological factors, stress, tiredness and overwork. Most doctors opinions are that in the majority of cases, physical factors are responsible.

To combat erectile dysfunction (impotence) you need to find out the cause, most cases are due to lifestyle. Stress, high alcohol consumption and smoking are all big factors in causing erectile dysfunction (impotence). Reducing stress by sleeping properly, taking up relaxation activities such as yoga and meditation and just taking time out to rest will be beneficial. It has been proved in studies that smoking lowers sex hormone levels and can affect the rigidity of erections, giving up or cutting down on smoking and taking up a physical exercise which will help to increase the secretion of sex hormones vital to combat erectile dysfunction (impotence). Cut alcohol consumption to one unit per day, this will be beneficial in beating erectile dysfunction (impotence). It is always best to see your doctor when suffering from erectile dysfunction (impotence) as many other conditions such as multiple sclerosis, atherosclerosis, hypothyroidism, and diabetes can contribute to it. In some cases it may be beneficial to see a counsellor; this is something that your doctor can assess. Other approaches that may be helpful are acupuncture and hypnosis.

The following supplements may help if you are suffering Impotence.

Asian ginseng
Evening primrose oil
Ginkgo biloba
Multivitamin and multiminerals
Yohimbe