How To Use CBD Oil For Erectile Dysfunction 2023? Effective Way
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Male sexual performance is among the most crucial components of a man’s self-esteem. Sexual health problems such as premature ejaculation, weak erections, and erectile dysfunction can crush a man’s ego so mercilessly that their self-confidence may never recover. However, there are medical solutions to these sexual performance problems. Suppose you are experiencing erectile dysfunction and feeling embarrassed to consult a healthcare provider for professional medical advice, then you might find this article insightful. However, it is advisable to seek medical consultation before using any medication.
People have turned to CBD oil as a natural remedy to alleviate various health conditions such as chronic pain, sleep disorders, anxiety disorders, and many more. CBD products can increase lubrication, boost libido, and alleviate sexual dysfunction and other sexual health issues. This product of a cannabis plant can also be used to enhance the sex experience; it is used for ed treatment. Follow us as we describe how CBD products can boost your bedroom matters. Let’s dive in, shall we?
How Does CBD For Erectile Dysfunction Work?
A study[1] shows that CBD oils can significantly reduce erectile dysfunction and improve sexual performance. How CBD oil helps ED is not fully understood; however, a theory indicates that CBD oil products increase blood flow by relaxing the penile blood vessels. Better blood flow to the penile chambers ensures prolonged erections, relieved ED, and better sexual satisfaction.
CBD for erectile dysfunction can improve sexual performance by reducing psychological problems such as stress, depression, and anxiety, negatively affecting the sexual experience. The issue is that medical professionals haven’t explicitly examined how CBD affects the penis. A single dose of CBD was found to help lower blood pressure, according to a short study published in the journal JCI Insight Trusted Source. However, the arteries leading to the heart were the focus of this investigation, not the arteries leading to the groin.
What Is Cannabidiol (CBD)?
Among the many chemical substances found in hemp plants is CBD. According to studies, cannabidiol has a number of therapeutic health advantages. Cannabis contains a variety of cannabinoids, such as terpenes, flavonoids, THC, and many others. This is a chemical that was created using cannabinoids. It is non-psychoactive and frequently diluted with hemp seed or coconut oil. CBD is widely used to treat a variety of physical and mental health conditions. THC is the principal psychoactive chemical that causes a “high” feeling. Contrarily, CBD has emerged as one of the most popular all-natural remedies for reducing stress and alleviating pain. CBD oil is used in a vast range of CBD products, such as topicals, tinctures, gummies, bath bombs, vape oil, and many more. These different CBD products offer CBD users the opportunity to consume these hemp seed oil supplements in whichever way they prefer.
Why Does Erectile Dysfunction Happen?
Physical and mental issues can cause ED. Physical issues can include blood vessels narrowing; the penile vessels becoming narrow due to diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and much more. Other physical causes include surgery, injury, and hormonal imbalances. ED can be caused by mental issues such as performance anxiety, relationship issues, depression, etc. Erectile function can also be blocked as a side effect of some medications. If your sexual performance happens only in certain circumstances, you might have an underlying medical condition; therefore, always seek medical attention.
What Causes Erectile Dysfunction?
Physical and mental issues can cause ED. Physical issues can include blood vessels narrowing; the penile vessels becoming narrow due to diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and much more. Other physical causes include surgery, injury, and hormonal imbalances. ED can be caused by mental issues such as performance anxiety, relationship issues, depression, etc. Erectile function can also be blocked as a side effect of some medications. If your sexual performance happens only in certain circumstances, you might have an underlying medical condition; therefore, always seek medical attention.
What Is Cannabidiol (CBD)?
Among the many chemical substances found in hemp plants is CBD. According to studies, cannabidiol has a number of therapeutic health advantages. Cannabis contains a variety of cannabinoids, such as terpenes, flavonoids, THC, and many others. This is a chemical that was created using cannabinoids. It is non-psychoactive and frequently diluted with hemp seed or coconut oil. CBD is widely used to treat a variety of physical and mental health conditions. THC is the principal psychoactive chemical that causes a “high” feeling. Contrarily, CBD has emerged as one of the most popular all-natural remedies for reducing stress and alleviating pain. CBD oil is used in a vast range of CBD products, such as topicals, tinctures, gummies, bath bombs, vape oil, and many more. These different CBD products offer CBD users the opportunity to consume these hemp seed oil supplements whichever way they prefer.
Potential Risks Or Considerations Of Taking CBD
CBD oil products as a potential treatment for ED are generally safe; however, there might be risks. It’s possible for some people to respond allergic to CBD or the ingredients used to administer the medication, such as oils or scents. Others who use CBD report experiencing moderate symptoms of nausea, loss of appetite, and exhaustion. Likewise, drug interactions are conceivable. Using CBD oil products might interfere with fertility by affecting a woman’s menstrual cycle, reducing natural sperm development in males, or lower follicle-stimulating hormone in both females and males.
These are side effects of cannabis that also contain THC, the psychoactive cannabinoid, and should be kept in mind. It’s challenging to determine whether CBD, THC, or another cannabinoid in cannabis is the issue because researchers haven’t separated reproductive effects by the cannabinoid.
You might want to discuss with your doctor whether taking CBD for sexual performance or any other purpose should worry you if you’re considering having a child with your partner soon.
What Are The Other Benefits Of CBD?
The endocannabinoid system’s interaction with CBD oil can help pain management (ECS). The endocannabinoid system’s CB1 and CB2 receptors are activated by CBD. CB1 receptors are involved in memory, appetite, thought, mood, emotion, pain, movement, and several other processes, particularly in the brain. CB2 receptors, on the other hand, are primarily found in the immune system and impact pain and inflammation. The following are other CBD oil benefits:
- Blood flow regulation
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Prevents cardiovascular diseases
- Alleviates chronic pain
- Enhanced libido
- Alleviates insomnia
- Relieves PTSD
- Reduces stress, depression, and anxiety
Potential CBD Side Effects
CBD can have side effects, including dry mouth, diarrhea, decreased appetite, tiredness, and lethargy, even though it is frequently well tolerated. Other drugs you are taking, such as blood thinners, may interact with CBD. The unpredictability of the amount and purity of CBD in goods is another cause for worry.
Other Treatment Options For ED
Apart from these products derived from cannabis Sativa plant components, other remedies deal with erectile dysfunction. They include:
- Medication. There is a medication formulated especially for treating ED. Others are over-the-counter pills; therefore, consult your doctor before purchasing them.
- Lifestyle changes. This can include taking proper nutrition, having enough sleep, regular exercise, proper hydration, and reduced consumption of alcohol and other recreational drugs, and enough sleep.
- Managing Underlying Health Conditions. Understanding the root cause of your erectile dysfunction is an excellent way to treat it. Since ED can result from psychological and physical reasons, it is vital to consult your doctor to determine these factors.
- Natural supplements. They include dietary supplements such as male enhancement pills or testosterone boosters. These products do not require a prescription; however, you can consult your doctor to determine the best natural supplement for ED.
- Other remedies include testosterone replacement, VED (Vacuum Erection Device), penile implant, Penile injections[2], and Urethral suppository[3].
What To Look For When Buying CBD Oil For Erectile Dysfunction?
Since the CBD market is flooded with numerous CBD oil brands, you need to be keen when purchasing. Consider the following factors:
- Brand reputation
- THC content
- CBD product type, i.e., CBD oils, tinctures, topicals, gummies
- Lab testing and COA
- Method of extraction
- Source of CBD
- Hemp Farm location
Conclusion
More CBD sex-enhancing products are starting to be made available. There is more discussion than study about how well the products function. If you’re looking for ways to improve your sex life, CBD products might be worth considering as they currently don’t have many known side effects. However, discuss the potential hazards of using CBD products with your doctor if you’re considering having a child with your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a personal preference. Choose the brand and CBD product that suits your needs and preferences.
The legality of CBD depends on what state you are in.
This differs from one state to another; however, you should be at least 18-21 years or older.
Minors, pregnant and nursing women, people with underlying medical conditions, or those taking any prescribed medication.
The FDA does not approve of any CBD product except epidiolex[4].
No. These products do not have psychoactive properties.
This depends on the method of administration. Vaping and smoking offer immediate results compared to edibles, capsules, and topicals.
Apart from relieving anxiety, these products can help reduce pain, boost brain functionality, prevent neurological diseases, manage chronic pain, and many more.
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- Chauhan, N.S., Sharma, V., Dixit, V.K. and Thakur, M. (2014). A Review on Plants Used for Improvement of Sexual Performance and Virility. BioMed Research International, [online] 2014, pp.1–19. doi:10.1155/2014/868062.
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- Abu-Sawwa, R., Scutt, B. and Park, Y. (2020). Emerging Use of Epidiolex (Cannabidiol) in Epilepsy. The Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics, [online] 25(6), pp.485–499. doi:10.5863/1551-6776-25.6.485.
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