L-Arginine has been proposed as nutritional support for sexual function in both men and women. This nutrient is a precursor of nitric oxide (NO) in the bod and, as such, provides nutritional supporl to generate chemicals that relax smoott muscle in the penis. This process of relax ation of smooth muscles initiates an maintains penile or clitorine erections. L• Arginine has been proposed as nutrition al support for cardiovascular health it two important books entitled "Th( Arginine Solution" by Robert Fried, PhD and Woodson Merrell, M.D., (Warnei Books, New York, 1999) and "The Amin Revolution" by Rober Erdmann, Ph.D., (Simon am Schuster, New York, 1987).
An understanding of thi benefits of L-Arginine as dietary supplement involve an understanding of the role of nitric oxide (NO) in dri ving many healthy body functions. The role that nitric oxide plays in body functions was elucidated b American researchers in the 1990s who were awarded the Nobel Prize for Medicin
in 1998. In brief, L-Arginine is converted by the body into nitric oxide and th results provide health benefits, especial for cardiovascular health and function.
Up Close and Personal with Nitric Oxide (NO)
Nitric oxide works as a chemical me senger that allows many communication that control body functions such as:
• It's used by the brain itself to perform an important function such as store memory and regulate blood flow to the brain
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. The products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disea• It helps to maintain normal blood pressure, the opening of arteries supplying the heart, antioxidant functions, actions in body immunity, assistance with function of the lungs, and the release of vital hormones that are required for well-being.
• It also enhances blood flow to the penis and helps boost erections.
Most important in the use of L Arginine as a natural approach to correct ED is the knowledge that L-Arginine is beneficial for cardiovascular health. And note, poor cardiovascular function is the commonest cause of ED. But remember, while Viagra and related drugs are effective at reversing ED in many men, unlike L-Arginine, these drugs have a potential for adverse effects on the cardiovascular system in susceptible people.
L-Arginine is highly effective nutritional support for many men with ED. However, it needs to be taken at least an hour or two before sexual intercourse and preferably taken in a consistent manner over a period of several weeks. There's no clear recomendation on the ideal dose of L-Arginine, but direct observations indicate that at least three grams per day of L-Arginine must be taken to load the body over a period of at least two weeks. Thereafter, dosing of L Arginine of about 1.5 grams per day may do the trick for many people.
L-Arginine has a good safety margin and there's no problem in taking larger doses of L-Arginine as required, e.g., six grams per day. There are some ways of boosting the benefits of the use of the nutrient L Arginine by using certain herbs or botanicals that may also improve sexual function. The use of L-Arginine in this form, combined with other natural supplements, can form a dietary supplement to promote healthy sexual activity. L Arginine must not be taken with Viagra or related drugs.
How to Enjoy Sex Naturally
I propose the combination of L-Arginine in a loading dose of at least 3 crams per day with the variable addition of standardized extracts of Ginkgo biloba (24% extract), Tribulus terrestris (40% extract), Maca root (0.6% extract), Panax ginseng (5% extract), Muira puama (variable strength), together with niacin, in variable amounts.
This combination is the basis of a dietary supplement called Sex NaturallyTM. This supplement combination can be made by herbalists or its components can be variably used by skilled nutritionists. These proposals represent the evolution of my work on the study of the evidence base that exists to support the use of natural agents in the nutritional support of sexual function.
Meanwhile, these days, countless couples are becoming more aware and sensitive to their partners' ED condition. Do not mix drugs and supplements without advice.
