If you ask the internet, there is no shortage of cheap, safe, effective, natural remedies for erectile dysfunction. According to the websites that sell them, these products are the perfect alternative to the hassle of obtaining a prescription and then spending a lot of money on prescription medications like Viagra.
The internet would have you think natural Viagra alternatives are just a click away.
But the internet lies a lot.
There are some herbs, like ginkgo biloba, Korean ginseng, and the aptly-named horny goat weed that have some anecdotal evidence that they may help erections over the long term. But even in these cases, it’s not always wise to take them long term, and getting a consistent dosage of herbs can be quite a challenge.
Here are some frequently asked questions about natural remedies for erectile dysfunction, what you can expect, and what’s simply hype.