The Best Nutrition for Impotence

Diet can play a part in overcoming impotence.

Proper nutrition and lifestyle choices can help you avoid erectile dysfunction and impotence. Understanding what impotence means, how you can prevent it and what foods to eat and avoid may help you decrease your risk.

Definition

Impotence, commonly referred to as erectile dysfunction, is defined as the inability of a man to maintain a firm erection long enough to have sex, according to the Mayo Clinic.

Prevention

Reduce impotence by limiting or avoiding alcohol, avoiding illegal drugs, not smoking, getting regular exercise, reducing your stress levels and getting enough sleep.

Diet

The best nutrition for impotence includes eating whole grains, produce, lean proteins and healthy oils. Beneficial foods include whole grain bread, brown rice, beans, chicken, turkey, fish, olive oil, nuts and plenty of fruits and veggies.

Foods to Avoid

Men who are obese are much more likely to have erectile dysfunction than are men at a normal weight. Avoid foods that are high in saturated or trans fats as well as refined, processed foods including fatty meats and cheeses, sugar and fried foods.

Herbal Remedies

Yohimbine, Asian ginseng, ginkgo biloba and horny goat weed are all herbs different cultures have used to treat or prevent impotence.

References

• Mayo Clinic: Erectile Dysfunction
• "Erectile Dysfunction: Causes and Treatments;" Michael Krco, M.D.; September 1, 2004
• Prevention Magazine: Erectile Dysfunction