Most natural solutions for men’s sexual problems involve increasing the man’s libido, which is regulated by the hormone testosterone. As men age, their level of testosterone decreases and they potentially can lose interest in sex. Men’s sexual problems may also be lifestyle related. Traditional, Western medicine has relied on either prescription drugs or surgery for treatment of men’s sexual problems which can result in unwanted side effects.

Eastern, natural treatments for men’s sexual problems are derived from ancient Chinese, Ayurvedic and African herbalist knowledge and medicine. They have found certain natural herbs to have strong aphrodisiac properties, which can improve sexual functioning, and overall health. Some herbs act as vasodilators, which increase blood, flow to the penis to improve sexual performance and pleasure. Other herbs have been shown to stimulate the adrenal glands, improve male hormone levels, increase stamina, and improve functioning of the sexual organs.

Natural herbs that act to increase libido include the Chinese lycium berry which increases testosterone levels in the blood and man bao, a Chinese formula that improves sexual stamina. Vitamin C, Zinc, Horny Goat Weed, turnaria aphrodisiaca, sarsaparilla, lirosma ovata, cardamom, fenugreek, anise, and ginseng also help to increase sexual desire and stamina. DHEA is a form of hormone replacement therapy and also helps to improve sexual libido. Ginkgo biloba and Vitamin E are circulation boosters and improve blood flow the brain and penis. Saw palmetto is used for impotence and prostate problems. The herbal male sexual supplement, Vuka Nkuzi, contains ginseng, rosemary, ginger, centella and peppermint. Maca, a natural alternative to Viagra, helps to improve the functioning of the endocrine and adrenal glands.