Forget Viagra! Try these 8 natural remedies for erectile dysfunction

Zee Media Bureau

For thousands of people around the world, Viagra is considered to be the most popular remedy for erectile dysfunction. While Viagra seems to work in many cases, there are more natural remedies for those who don’t want the potentially negative side effects of Viagra.

Here are some home/natural remedies which can be considered as a healthy alternative to viagra and will give your erection a boost:

• Pomegranate juice: Pomegranate juice works perfectly like Viagra, it is 100 percent natural so there is no chance of any kind of side effects. Being rich in antioxidants it helps to enhance blood flow through your genital area.
• Ginseng: Korean red ginseng has long been used to stimulate male sexual function. Ginsenoside found in ginseng acts on the body the same way as Viagra. The herb has shown significant improvement in achieving and maintaining an erection.
• Ashwagandha is an effective herbal treatment for erectile dysfunction and loss of libido. It can help restore sexual health, and was mentioned in the ancient "Kama Sutra" as an herb that heightened sexual experiences.
• Drumsticks: According to a study, drumsticks have shown significant improvement in men's sexual vigour. 
• Jeera: Loaded with zinc and potassium, jeera (cumin) improves your performance in bed by increasing blood flow to the reproductive organ.
• Ginkgo biloba is also an effective herb used in treating erectile dysfunction very efficiently and enhances the blood flow.
• Epimedium (Horny Goat Weed): This herb found in China has been known to increase sexual desire and to correct impotence.
• Saw palmetto is another excellent herbal cure in the case of erectile dysfunction. Consuming this herb is considered to be very helpful in enhancing the penile erection during sexual performances. This herb is also beneficial in increasing the sperm production, libido as well as sexual desire.