A Healthy Lifestyle and Watermelon
But what does that mean?
Heart-healthy lifestyle changes are also sex-healthy lifestyle changes. Healthy diets have been shown to reduce the need for erectile dysfunction treatments by naturally improving blood flow and overall vascular health. Of course, medications exist to treat the symptoms, but they are generally quite costly and often come with unpleasant side effects like headaches, flushing, and muscle aches.
These medications work by increasing cGMP levels, which dilate blood vessels and improve blood flow.
Citrulline: The Natural Alternative to ED Medications
There is an amino acid called Citrulline, which helps produce nitric oxide—a key factor in increasing cGMP levels naturally.
A single-blind study conducted in 2011 showed that 1.5g of oral citrulline per day for a month improved erection firmness for all 24 patients in the study, whose average age was 56.5 and who had mild erectile dysfunction (source).
The equivalent dose in food:
✔️ 3.5 servings of red watermelon
✔️ 1 serving of yellow watermelon
Alternatively, 1.5g of citrulline powder can be a convenient substitute.
Additional Health Benefits of Nitric Oxide
Increased nitric oxide not only improves erections but also:
✅ Naturally treats pre-hypertension
✅ Protects against heart disease
✅ Enhances athletic performance
So, whether you’re looking to improve fitness, protect your heart, or enhance your sexual well-being, our sex therapy clinic offers expert guidance and treatment options tailored to your needs.
Top 10 Nitrate-Rich Foods for Better Circulation
Here are the top foods with the highest nitrate concentrations:
Leafy Greens & Vegetables:
- Arugula (480mg/100g)
- Rhubarb (281mg/100g)
- Cilantro (247mg/100g)
- Butter leaf lettuce (200mg/100g)
- Spring greens (188mg/100g)
- Basil (183mg/100g)
- Beet greens (177mg/100g)
- Oak leaf lettuce (155mg/100g)
- Swiss chard (151mg/100g)
- Beetroot (110mg/100g)