For some guys, when it comes to erectile dysfunction (ED), it seems they are willing to try anything. That usually means the first prescription medication their doctor wants to prescribe them. And if that doesn’t work, we often turn to natural supplements. The market is inundated with sex pills and ailments promising to have a male cure for ED from prescription pills to all natural supplements. One of the relatively new products to hit the market is CBD gummies, claiming to promote better blood flow for treating ED, naturally. In this article, we are going to explore CBD gummies and how using them can help to treat this condition. Let’s jump right into the evidence with this controversial topic.
The Potential Benefits of CBD for ED
The reason why taking CBD gummies helps symptoms of ED is because of its interaction with the endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system is responsible for the regulation of many physiological processes, one of them being penile erection. It is the largest modulatory neurotransmitter system in the body and is involved in a variety of functions such as mood, appetite, pain sensation and erectile function. CBD interacts with under active cannabinoid receptors which are responsible for maintaining our body in a state of homeostasis and as such symptoms of ED are improved.
Furthermore, CBD has an anti-inflammatory and vasodilatory (making blood vessel diameter larger to allow for increased blood flow) effect, both of which may contribute to increased blood flow to the penis and thus superior sexual function. By reducing inflammation and relaxing blood vessel walls, men may be more likely to attain and maintain an erection via CBD. There is emerging research to support the idea that CBD can positively influence sexual health and performance.
Additionally, numerous studies have praised CBD for its antistress and antianxiety properties, which can both cause and exacerbate ED. As someone who has personally dealt with anxiety and insomnia, I found that CBD calmed me down, reduced the stress put on the body by sleep deprivation, and brought me to the present moment to appreciate more fully the pleasure that is right in front of me. So, the influx of CBD sales as a personal-health tool leads to more people dealing with maladies associated with the endocannabinoid system, like inflammation, pain and stress, which can all act as underlying aetiological issues that need treatment to further combat ED. For men wanting to use a natural, nonpharmacological approach, a holistic method of treating ED through lifestyle tweaks and herbal remedies with CBD is appealing.
The Controversy Surrounding CBD Gummies and ED
Although CBD could prove to be a beneficial natural treatment for ED, some urologists have reservations about its efficacy as a solo remedy. CBD could help to alleviate some of ED’s symptoms, but it’s doubtful whether it’ll become a magic cure for all. Erectile dysfunction is a multi-layered morale, with multiple potential origin points (physiological, psychological and lifestyle based). While CBD could help with certain aspects of the disorder, it won’t be a cure-all.
Moreover, as an industry suspected (though unregulated in many locations) of producing inconsistent to unknown quality, potency and composition, as well as poorly dosed and unpredictable preparations, even simple gummies could contain undeclared and unwanted ingredients. All of this is to say that, whether given the dubious advice of a doctor or the unlikely testimony of a stranger, what women (or men) learn about using CBD to treat their own sexual dysfunctions remains no better than the plethora of information that already resides online, and should be considered with an equal degree of scepticism.
While CBD gummies are tasty enough, it’s still worth reminding yourself that you need to ingest a CBD gummy, meaning it has to be processed by the digestive system before it reaches the bloodstream. This route of ingestion, as opposed to, say, under the tongue (via tinctures) or inhaled directly to the lungs (via vape oils), can create a longer delay in the onset of effects, and decreased bioavailability, overall. This can cause some men to feel like CBD isn’t working because of the way the body processes CBD gummies, compared to other types of CBD.